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How to Pick Your First Stocks and Funds

You're ready to start investing. But where, exactly, do you start? It's easy! Try these clever ways to pick your first stocks and funds.

Failure can be a stern teacher. Failure can also be a tidy tax write-off.

Today we found some great articles on frugal family living, beating Christmas debt, and tips for traveling with your pet.

Here's a look at tax law changes you can expect for 2012 and how to plan ahead to take advantage of those changes now.

Feel the squeeze? Saving money today is harder than ever. These skyrocketing expenses are the reason why.

When the government says jump, you ask how high. You may also be asking whether or not your compliance efforts are tax deductible.

Whether you have a problem with credit-card debt or just want a new way to budget, it might be time to go for the green.

Looking for savings on business supplies and services? Add regular visits to these business-centric daily deals sites and you're likely to find them.

Whether you're in college or high school, there's a bevy of discounts available to you, from dining to travel to movies and more.

Stop making excuses about why you can't budget and start managing your money today. It's easy once you start!

SOPA — the Stop Online Piracy Act — is everywhere in the news. But what exactly is it, and how will it affect you? You may be surprised.

While these best five water proof cases won't protect your laptop from a prolonged dunking, they will protect it from a good spritzing.

Crazy airfare deals come and go, but are they really worth it? Here are some of the other costs to consider.

Sales slipping? Customers staying away in droves? Maybe your accountant isn't the only one seeing red.

The job search process is never easy, but there are ways to improve your chances of landing a job.

Most people tend to bail on their New Year's resolutions before winter ends. But this time, you can make yours stick.

Flattery won't take you far. But sucking up will.

The best investment you can make has nothing to do with the stock market — learn how to increase your earning power by investing in yourself.

Heading off to college this fall? We've got 100 tips to help students save money.

Did Santa bring you an extra paycheck this month? Spend it wisely!