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As we watch the markets sink and gyrate, it's a scary time. There's talk of a major recession. While the downsides of a downturn are obvious and very real -- lost work, lost invest
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According to a September 29, 2009 Fidelity Investments study, 88% of respondents are unaware of the 2010 Roth conversion opportunity. The what opportunity? With only 12% who are aw
Tweens and teens race into biological adulthood all on their own, but they won't advance to financial adulthood without some parental guidance. Here's what to teach.
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Lately many Californians have been heading to the rivers and streams to prospect for gold. The increase in people taking up this activity has some newspapers writing about "the new
A wine tasting weekend doesn't have to be expensive and snooty. These grape growing regions offer great wine country experiences (and wine!), at a fraction of Napa's cost.
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Book Review: The Post American World
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Best Money Tips: Throwing a Yard Sale When You Live in an Apartment
Today we found some fantastic articles on throwing a yard sale if you live in an apartment, networking for jobs, and children and allowance.
The 7 Debt Payoffs That Boost Your Credit Score the Most
If you've got more than one kind of debt to repay, target the debt that hurts your credit score the most and watch your rating improve — fast.
17 Places to Find Investment Inspiration
Investing ideas are plentiful. Pay attention, and you'll recognize profitable possibilities wherever you are.
Ask the Readers: Do You Still Send Snail Mail?
Tell us whether you still send snail mail and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
The Upside of Down
As we watch the markets sink and gyrate, it's a scary time. There's talk of a major recession. While the downsides of a downturn are obvious and very real -- lost work, lost invest
Funding your 401(k) when you're in debt
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What You Need to Know About Roth IRAs in 2010
According to a September 29, 2009 Fidelity Investments study, 88% of respondents are unaware of the 2010 Roth conversion opportunity. The what opportunity? With only 12% who are aw
15 Ways to Make Money While You Travel
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4 Bad Money Habits You're Teaching Your Kids
Kids are little sponges that soak up every subconscious lesson — including our awful money habits.
Stuff We Love: A Mimijumi Baby Bottle, Because It's More Like Mom
Why does the Mimijumi work so well? A bottle this similar to mom makes the transition from breast to bottle easy as pie.
Investing Advice by the Decade: Ages 11-20
Tweens and teens race into biological adulthood all on their own, but they won't advance to financial adulthood without some parental guidance. Here's what to teach.
Best Money Tips: 20+ Ways to Get Paid for Watching TV
Today we found articles on ways to get paid to watch TV, small financial changes that have a big impact, and facts about Social Security benefits that Baby Boomers should know.
Money making hobby: panning for gold
Lately many Californians have been heading to the rivers and streams to prospect for gold. The increase in people taking up this activity has some newspapers writing about "the new
10 Reasons Why You Should Ask for Cash This Christmas
If you're reluctant to put greenbacks on your wishlist, don't be. Cash is a great gift to give — and to receive.
7 No-Fuss Wine Destinations Anyone Can Visit (and Enjoy!)
A wine tasting weekend doesn't have to be expensive and snooty. These grape growing regions offer great wine country experiences (and wine!), at a fraction of Napa's cost.
11 Meals That Make Terrific Leftovers
Cook once, eat twice with these 11 delicious twists on leftovers.
Stuck in a Rut? 12 Things You Can Do to Help You Find Your Calling
Don't worry — you won't be at that job you hate forever. Find a new career you love by starting with these steps.
Best Money Tips: You're Paying Too Much for These 10 Things
Today we found articles on things you’re paying too much for, store-bought snacks that are better homemade, and genius pool hacks you’ll want to use all summer long.
16 Major Dos and Don'ts at a Job Interview
Your resume, network, online profiles all worked and you've landed the interview. Don't mess up now!