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Linking to Wikileaks Will Hurt Chances of Landing Federal Jobs

State Department insider warns that such links will affect your chances of landing a Federal government job.

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How Natural Disasters Can Change Pricing Worldwide

An earthquake can send waves through much more than water — learn how various natural disasters affect prices for products around the world.

by: Kelly Kehoe | channel: Budgeting, Financial News

How to Switch Banks

Getting tired of high ATM fees and no interest on your savings account? Want to switch to a better bank or credit union? Do so in a few easy steps.

by: Andrea Karim | channel: Banking, Financial News

Should Conforming Loan Limits Be Increased?

The conforming loan limit for home loans in the U.S. fell back to pre-2008 levels recently. Now lawmakers want to raise it again. Learn how it could affect you.

by: Xin Lu | channel: Financial News, Real Estate and Housing

Why Inflation?

We know how inflation happens—excess growth in the money supply. But why does inflation happen?

by: Philip Brewer | channel: Financial News

Occupy Wall Street, the 99%, and All That

Some say that the Occupy Wall Street movement lacks a clear message. But to one writer, what they're saying is perfectly clear.

by: Philip Brewer | channel: Financial News

Is Bank of America’s $5 Monthly Debit Card Fee Just the Beginning?

Outraged, annoyed, or otherwise frustrated by Bank of America's new debit card fee? Learn why the bank is instituting the fee and what else might happen.

by: Paul Michael | channel: Banking, Credit Cards, Financial News

Social Security Is Not a Ponzi Scheme

Once again, people are comparing Social Security to a Ponzi scheme. That's a bogus comparison. Here's why.

by: Philip Brewer | channel: Financial News, Retirement

The Recession Glossary

Insource? Bleisure? Double-dip? The recession has generated a lot of new terms. Learn what they all mean in this recession glossary.

by: Ray Jamali | channel: Financial News

What if the Mortgage Interest Deduction Went Away?

What would happen if the mortgage interest deduction were eliminated?

by: Xin Lu | channel: Financial News, Real Estate and Housing

Debt Ceiling Contingency Plans

What will the Treasury do if there's no increase in the debt ceiling, and what should you do with your investments?

by: Philip Brewer | channel: Financial News

The Debt Ceiling Crisis in Everyday English

Wondering what the debt ceiling is and how the current crisis could effect you? Learn what's going on and what it means for both the country and average Americans.

by: Sarah Winfrey | channel: Financial News

U.S. Government Offers "Free" $50,000 to Troubled Homeowners

Are you struggling to pay for your mortgage? Uncle Sam is gearing up to pass out up to $50,000 to troubled homeowners, and it doesn't have to be repaid.

by: Xin Lu | channel: Financial News, Real Estate and Housing

Stalemate on the Debt Ceiling?

People are speculating about the result if there's a stalemate on the debt ceiling. I know what would really happen, because I live in Illinois.

by: Philip Brewer | channel: Financial News

Energy Price Spikes

There are several ways to help deal with spikes in energy prices, but the main one is simple: Get used to it.

by: Philip Brewer | channel: Financial News, Green Living

Dropping the Price of Gas to $2.50 a Gallon in a Week

Could a few well-chosen words by President Obama cause the price of oil, and therefore gasoline, drop sharply in just a few days? It's worth a thought.

by: Paul Michael | channel: Cars and Transportation, Consumer Affairs, Financial News

Peak Debt and Income

When stimulating the economy, is it better to invest in the rich or the poor? Learn whether supply- or demand-side techniques are best.

by: Philip Brewer | channel: Financial News

How the Reform of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Will Affect You

On February 11, the government announced its plan to wind down mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. How will this historic reform affect you?

by: Janey Osterlind | channel: Financial News, Real Estate and Housing

Save Money with a Dependent Care Tax Credit and FSA

If you pay for day care or other services, you may be able to save thousands with an FSA, the Child and Dependent Care Credit, or both.

by: Xin Lu | channel: Family, Financial News, Taxes

How Will The Comcast/NBC Merger Really Affect You?

The deal has been approved, and there's a lot of speculation about what it will mean for you, the consumer. Discover the truth behind common questions.

by: Paul Michael | channel: Consumer Affairs, Entertainment, Financial News

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