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11 Pearls of Financial Wisdom From Jim Cramer

The animated host of Mad Money has a lot to say about investing. Here are some of Jim Cramer's best and biggest tips.

ETFs are a great investment option, growing in number and popularity. But be warned — some of them are just plain strange.

So you've been diligently saving and you're ready to move some money into longer term investments. Try this easy-to-follow plan for investment newbs.

You don't need to be clairvoyant to know if a stock is primed for a big fall. You just need to know how to read the tea leaves.

The debate between gas and charcoal has raged for years. Here's why Team Charcoal lost.

China's economy just keeps on growing and making people richer. Here's how an average investor like you can get in on it.

Hiring pros to tackle your biggest home improvement projects is unavoidable. What is avoidable is paying exactly what they ask.

Fortune favors the bold — and sometimes the bold move is holding on to tanking stocks.

Thinking about trying your hand at biotech? Investing the pharmaceutical sector is risky, but with a little insight, you can see hefty returns.

How are you calculating your retirement savings? Consider some often overlooked expenses — and savings — the next time you add it up.

Bonds aren't as attractive as they used to be. Where else can you stash your cash at reduced risk?

Did college cost you a pretty penny? If you work hard to pay off those loans, you'll reap the benefits of a huge financial boost.

Whether you're baffled by bonds or confused by compounding, all the financial education you need is just a click away — and it's all free.

Many homeowners are still digging out from the housing crash. While we'd all rather have some equity, being underwater isn't always bad.

You bought a bad stock and you're losing your shirt. It happens! Don't panic, understand your options, and turn today's loss into tomorrow's gain.

Investing in stocks is a great way to build wealth — but not always. Here's how to decide whether the stock market is right for you.

Life happens — and it usually costs money when it does. Build your emergency fund so when it happens, you're good to go.

Can't afford to see your team play? Think again. These 10 money-saving tips will have you cheering both for them and the extra cash in your wallet.

It used to be that that the smart way to invest simply was to buy mutual funds. Not anymore — ETFs are where your money should go.

Spring and summer bring fairer weather, but they aren't always as pleasant for your bank account. Keep your budget on ice when the temperatures rise.