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Automakers sold 7.1% more new vehicles in the U.S. last month than they did a year earlier, but still didn't match mediocre results of May ... > read more

Should you have umbrella insurance?

Published on 2011-07-03 21:11:53

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Should you have umbrella insurance? http://money.msn.com/insurance/video.aspx?vid=a39ee933-4cd8-e534-1b06-268a4ec385fa&from=en-us_msnhp > read more

Pentagon budget ‘loaded with fat’

Published on 2011-07-03 21:11:47

For lawmakers on the hunt for budget savings, the Pentagon's $500 billion budget is a great place to start. > read more

Budget Needs Let Fireworks Fly Lawfully

Published on 2011-07-03 21:11:43

As elected officials try to cash in on fireworks sales in cities and counties where they have long been banned, consumers will find it easier to buy fireworks. > read more

Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage or Invest?

Published on 2011-07-03 21:11:37

Here’s how to decide what to do with a windfall of cash. > read more

Ben Stein talks real estate dreams and nightmares

Published on 2011-07-03 21:11:31

Author, economist and commentator Ben Stein talks about his love of the real estate business and his own extensive collection of homes. > read more

Calculator: Are you saving enough for retirement?

Published on 2011-07-03 21:10:38

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Calculator: Are you saving enough for retirement? http://money.msn.com/retirement/retirement-calculator.aspx > read more

ETFs’ European Bank Stocks May Carry Greek Risk

Published on 2011-07-03 21:10:30

Analyst recommends 'surgical investing' in region, avoiding financials. > read more

5 great investors not named Buffett

Published on 2011-07-03 21:08:45

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: 5 great investors not named Buffett http://money.msn.com/investment-advice/5-great-investors-not-named-buffett-investopedia.aspx?cp-documentid=6824399 > read more

Does Living Together Really Save Money?

Published on 2011-07-03 21:06:27

A new report suggests that cohabitation can be costly, especially for those without college degrees. > read more

Best Credit Cards to Use When Traveling Abroad

Published on 2011-07-02 06:12:06

With summer in full swing, many of us are packing up our bags and jet-setting around the world. Before you take off though, keep in mind that your credit card might be costing you more than you thought with foreign transaction fees > read more

Business, Free Speech Winners In High Court Term

Published on 2011-07-02 06:12:05

Observers without exception see a conservative arc at the Supreme Court hostile to litigation, especially litigation that seeks to regulate business practices by holding companies accountable in court for their actions. Next term, the court is expect > read more

What Does A ‘Post-American World’ Look Like?

Published on 2011-07-02 06:11:58

America's dominance on the world stage is fading, says commentator and CNN host Fareed Zakaria. He explains why the U.S > read more

Minnesota’s Government Closed For Business

Published on 2011-07-02 06:11:53

Thousands of state workers in Minnesota are being told to stay home Friday after lawmakers failed to reach an agreement on a new state budget. That also means tax refund checks will not be going out and zoos and parks will likely be closed this holid > read more

Greenspan: Still gloomy on Greece, U.S. economy

Published on 2011-07-02 06:11:39

Former Federal Reserve Chair Alan Greenspan is making the media rounds with a rather dire outlook for the U.S. economy > read more

Greenspan gloomy on Greece, U.S. economy

Published on 2011-07-02 06:11:38

Former Federal Reserve Chair Alan Greenspan is making the media rounds with a rather dire outlook for the U.S. economy. > read more

How to Create a One-Page Job Proposal

Published on 2011-07-02 06:11:32

Similar to a business proposal, A job proposal shows a potential employer what you can offer and why it will benefit them to hire you. > read more

Direct Sales: Perfect Job for Stay-At-Home-Moms?

Published on 2011-07-02 06:11:23

Since becoming a parent, I’ve been noticing just how many of my fellow stay-at-home-mothers are supplementing their income through direct sales jobs. We’ve all had some experience with one of these companies—either going to a makeup or candle o > read more

Money tips from the Founding Fathers

Published on 2011-07-02 06:11:20

For this Independence Day, here are words of financial wisdom -- to and from some of the Americans portrayed on US currency. > read more

When Credit Cards Cover Rental Car Insurance

Published on 2011-06-30 22:14:51

Think twice before paying extra for car insurance because you might already be covered. > read more

Portfolios that offer growth and safety

Published on 2011-06-29 15:49:47

The best approach to setting up a moderate-risk portfolio depends on the amount of money you have saved. If your savings are modest, you may want to go the "faster" or "cheaper" route suggested below. The "better" route makes more sense if you have a > read more

Small business scores in debit card fight

Published on 2011-06-29 15:48:55

Score one for Main Street. > read more

Common Sense Tips for Applying for a Job Online

Published on 2011-06-29 15:48:47

Chances are good – great, even – that you will not be mailing in a resume for a new job any time soon. That’s because the application process is almost completely online for most employment opportunities , and this means that you had better b > read more

How to plug your big money drains

Published on 2011-06-29 15:48:36

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: How to plug your big money drains http://money.msn.com/debt-management/how-to-conquer-your-big-money-drains-freedman.aspx > read more

7 costly health insurance mistakes

Published on 2011-06-28 09:15:56

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: 7 costly health insurance mistakes http://money.msn.com/health-and-life-insurance/7-costly-health-insurance-mistakes-insure.aspx > read more

California budget deal reached

Published on 2011-06-28 09:15:05

Conceding defeat on his tax extension proposal, California Governor Jerry Brown unveiled a budget Monday that imposes deep spending cuts. > read more

How U.S. Budget Cuts Prolong Global Slavery

Published on 2011-06-28 09:14:59

The U.S. State Department has released the latest annual Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report amid the budget cuts that threaten its lifesaving antislavery programs. > read more

What is a Second Mortgage? Pros and Cons

Published on 2011-06-28 09:14:09

A second mortgage is in a nutshell another mortgage on your home. Homeowners take out an additional loan against their property and they do this for a variety of reasons, typically as a way to access additional money. The reason the additional mortga > read more

Early retirement a scary health care option

Published on 2011-06-28 09:13:59

Employers are getting out of the retirement insurance business. This could be worrisome for American workers who want to retire, before hitting the Medicare-eligible age of 65. > read more

Stocks climb after housing report

Published on 2011-06-28 09:13:04

U.S. stocks opened higher Tuesday, following a report that showed home prices rose for the first time in eight months in April. > read more

Stocks: Housing bounce calms investors

Published on 2011-06-28 09:12:14

U.S. stocks were set to edge higher Tuesday, following a report that showed home prices rose for the first time in eight months in April. > read more

Debt ceiling talks turn to taxes – higher taxes!

Published on 2011-06-28 09:12:03

Any deal to raise the debt ceiling will have to include steep cuts to federal spending. But might it also include tax hikes? > read more

Savings in America

Published on 2011-06-28 09:11:46

We all know that we’re supposed to save. You have to save for retirement, emergencies, college, large purchases, etc. However, this doesn’t mean that everyone is saving or knows how much they should be saving > read more

How to get higher interest rates on your savings

Published on 2011-06-28 01:52:23

The Fed has no plans to raise rates in the near future -- dismal news for seniors who rely on income from their savings to pay the bills. > read more

The Market Is Crashing. Is Your Portfolio?

Published on 2011-06-27 02:52:13

Diversification and non-correlated investments help your portfolio ride out short-term market hiccups. > read more

Should You Start a Business with Your Spouse?

Published on 2011-06-27 02:52:05

It can seem like a dream come true: Starting a business with the most important person in your life. However, it might not be the best option in all cases. > read more

Waterfront Project Reconstructs Boston Economy

Published on 2011-06-27 02:51:57

The sluggish economy has put a crimp on development around the country. > read more

China’s Manufacturing Jobs Moved Overseas

Published on 2011-06-27 02:51:11

Rising wages are sending its manufacturing jobs to Cambodia, Vietnam, India — and the U.S. > read more

Digital Money

Published on 2011-06-27 02:50:59

Term of the Day for Monday, June 27, 2011 > read more

Drug Industry Wins In 2 Supreme Court Rulings

Published on 2011-06-25 15:15:35

The U.S. Supreme Court handed the pharmaceutical industry two major victories on Thursday. In one case, the court struck down a Vermont law that barred the buying, selling and profiling of doctors' prescription records > read more

The Basics of Long-Term Care Insurance

Published on 2011-06-25 15:15:24

$70,000 per year on average, according to AARP. > read more

Budget Office Warns About Debt

Published on 2011-06-25 15:15:19

The national debt could equal the annual size of the economy within a decade, the Congressional Budget Office says. > read more

In Politics: Neither Party Budges On The Budget

Published on 2011-06-25 15:15:17

President Obama has announced plans for scaling back on troops in Afghanistan. House Majority Leader Eric Cantor walked out on the deficit-reduction talks. > read more

Your Money: Reverse Mortgages Here to Stay

Published on 2011-06-25 15:14:31

Reverse mortgages may not be the best income-producing products for retirees, but they may become necessary last resorts. > read more

Things Sellers Do That Real Estate Agents Hate

Published on 2011-06-25 15:14:25

At the very least, sellers should leave during the open house and clean up after themselves. > read more

4 Unusual Places to Stash Retirement Funds

Published on 2011-06-25 15:13:39

You may not have considered these unconventional ways to save for retirement. > read more

Stocks hit the pause button

Published on 2011-06-25 15:13:35

Stocks were headed for a flat open as investors digested reports on U.S. gross domestic product and durable goods orders. > read more

Federal investigators on scene of Amtrak collision

Published on 2011-06-25 15:13:29

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Federal transportation safety investigators on Saturday were at the scene of a crash between a tractor-trailer rig and an Amtrak train in Nevada, where authorities say more bodies may be found in the wreckage. > read more

When to Convert Your Savings Into an Annuity

Published on 2011-06-25 15:12:33

When investment markets are volatile and you can’t afford losses, annuities can be a solid option. > read more

6 Energy-Saving Home Improvements That Pay Off

Published on 2011-06-22 09:01:21

Though snowstorms and record lows are still fresh memories for most of the nation, summer officially starts today and temperatures are on the way up. Before long, we’ll be staying inside and blasting the air conditioner trying not to sweat thro > read more

For Greece: Promise of more money – and pain

Published on 2011-06-21 03:21:31

Eurozone finance ministers made clear Monday that they expect Greece to push ahead with a harsh austerity plan, as a condition for getting more bailout money. > read more

2 Big Banks Exit Reverse Mortgage Business

Published on 2011-06-19 21:06:15

Wells Fargo and Bank of America have left the business, as falling home prices have made it more unpredictable. > read more

6 Investing Ideas for Today’s Slow-Growth Economy

Published on 2011-06-19 21:06:08

One expert says mega-cap stocks look like a good bet. > read more

Where are the best & worst job markets?

Published on 2011-06-19 21:05:50

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Where are the best & worst job markets? http://www.theworkbuzz.com/employment-trends/state-job-numbers/?cobrand=msn&utm_source=MSN&utm_medium=MSNMN&utm_campaign=MSNCareers > read more

Bucks: An Unvarnished Critique of Your Finances

Published on 2011-06-18 16:55:25

Paul Sullivan's Wealth Matters column recounts his experience hearing an unvarnished critique of his financial life. > read more

Bucks: Credit Cards That Offer Savings at the Pump

Published on 2011-06-17 00:56:07

Some credit cards offer cash back on gasoline purchases, a welcome perk when prices are so high. > read more

U.S. solar power industry booms, gains globally

Published on 2011-06-17 00:56:02

Solar energy remains one of the fastest growing sectors of the U.S. economy as its photovoltaics produced 66% more power in the first quarter .. > read more

Small business lending plummets

Published on 2011-06-17 00:55:57

Bank lending to small businesses fell $15 billion in the first quarter of this year, according to a report released this week from the U.S. Small Business Administration's Office of Advocacy > read more

Economy gets lift: Layoffs ease, home building up

Published on 2011-06-17 00:55:51

AP - Fewer Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week and builders broke ground on more homes in May. The latest data offered some hope that the economy may be improving after hitting a slump in late spring. > read more

Housing Starts Increase, While Jobless Claims Slip

Published on 2011-06-17 00:55:38

Some new data offers mild indications that the economy may be improving after hitting a slump. > read more

5 investing rules for retirement

Published on 2011-06-15 10:59:26

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: 5 investing rules for retirement http://money.msn.com/retirement-investment/5-investing-rules-for-retirement-usnews.aspx > read more

Why Smart Investing Eludes Most Investors

Published on 2011-06-15 10:58:55

Most people don’t obtain the highest possible return for their level of risk. > read more

Sputtering economy could complicate debt talks

Published on 2011-06-14 03:59:08

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Sputtering job growth and talk of new tax cuts are throwing more hurdles in the way of a deal to reduce the deficit as Democratic and Republican negotiators step up their budget negotiations this week. > read more

IMF boots Fischer from race for top job

Published on 2011-06-14 03:58:59

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The International Monetary Fund's board on Monday blocked Bank of Israel governor Stanley Fischer from the race for the top IMF job, further boosting the chances of French Finance Minister Christine Lagarde. > read more

Your Midyear Money To-Do List

Published on 2011-06-14 03:58:33

12 steps to getting your finances on track for the summer. > read more

How women entrepreneurs are changing the world

Published on 2011-06-12 15:37:10

Women entrepreneurs are changing the world, and while they're at it, they're making a lot of money. > read more

Your Money: Revealing Hidden Costs Of Your 401(k)

Published on 2011-06-11 01:03:30

Administrative fees in many retirement plans can be substantial, and they aren’t always levied equitably. > read more

Markets Unsteady After Jobs Data

Published on 2011-06-06 09:58:01

U.S. stocks opened slightly lower and the Standard & Poor’s 500 index slid further toward a technical danger zone after five weeks of losses. > read more

Usually a job engine, localities slow US economy

Published on 2011-06-06 09:57:27

AP - In a healthy economic recovery, states and localities start hiring, expand services and help fuel the nation's growth. Then there's the 2011 recovery. > read more

I’m 70. Should I put more money into annuities?

Published on 2011-06-06 09:57:20

I'm 70 years old and have $150,000, or about a third of my retirement savings, in immediate annuities. > read more

MONEY seeks mom-and-pop businesses!

Published on 2011-06-05 02:42:40

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Private sector job creation, at a glance (AP)

Published on 2011-06-03 22:37:32

AP - Private sector job creation, at a glance > read more

Trade group says US service sector grew in May

Published on 2011-06-03 22:37:11

[AP] - The U.S. economy's service sector, which employs 90 percent of the nation's work force, grew in May for an 18th straight month, posting slightly faster growth than in April. > read more

Umbrella insurance?

Published on 2011-06-03 22:36:13

Q: What is an umbrella insurance policy, and under what circumstances should I have one? -- Matthew M., Smithfield, N.Y > read more

Best Travel Companies to Work For

Published on 2011-06-03 22:36:05

Southwest Airlines and Virgin America top list of travel-related companies as rated by employees. > read more

No budget, no pay for California lawmakers

Published on 2011-06-03 22:35:47

California lawmakers can kiss their pay goodbye if they don't pass a balanced budget by June 15. > read more

Airline Credit Cards for Every Kind of Traveler

Published on 2011-06-03 22:35:35

You can pick your credit card by the biggest cash back payout or lowest interest rate, but if you’re looking for the best travel benefits the choice is trickier. Choosing the right card for travel is different because you can incur fees you wouldn > read more

50 Best Funds for the Everyday Investor

Published on 2011-06-03 22:35:14

Below-average fees and superior long-term returns make these funds good bets. > read more

Finding Savings in the Fridge: Tokyo Here We Come

Published on 2011-06-03 22:35:11

Last February, I wrote about how my family is saving up to spend a month in Tokyo next year. It’s been over three months since then, and the saving is still exhilarating. > read more

Farmland: The Hottest Investment in America

Published on 2011-06-03 22:34:36

Farmland: The Hottest Investment in America > read more

Bucks: Savings Bank Is Now Merely Average

Published on 2011-06-03 22:34:27

SmartyPig, an online savings bank, has cut its interest rate for the third time in nearly nine months. > read more

Mortgage Company Settles Maternity Leave Case

Published on 2011-06-02 15:16:42

Cornerstone Mortgage will settle a federal complaint that accused it of discriminating based on maternity leave. > read more

Commercial real estate poisoning small banks

Published on 2011-06-02 15:16:30

The troubled commercial real estate is slowly killing off the nation's small and regional banks, and industry experts fear the worst is yet to come. > read more

How Divorce Can Help Your Retirement

Published on 2011-06-02 15:16:17

Divorced women who don’t remarry are better off in retirement. > read more

Stocks remain under pressure

Published on 2011-06-02 15:15:22

U.S. stocks were mixed in late Thursday trading, as fears about the economy and concerns about consumer spending weighed on investors' minds > read more

Your taxes are due!

Published on 2011-06-02 15:13:40

You had three extra days to file your taxes this year, but the time has finally come to hand over your paperwork to Uncle Sam. > read more

Worst states to buy car insurance

Published on 2011-05-31 21:57:57

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Worst states to buy car insurance http://money.msn.com/auto-insurance/worst-places-to-buy-car-insurance-insure.aspx > read more

How to Set a Budget Tailored Just For You

Published on 2011-05-31 21:57:08

If you’ve previously tried (and failed) to follow a budget, the problem may have been that you were using a formula designed for someone else, with different life circumstances. The best basis for a successful budget is your own past spending p > read more

Holiday Travelers Welcome Back The Vacation

Published on 2011-05-31 21:56:58

This Memorial Day weekend kicks off what promises to be the best vacation travel season since 2007. > read more

ETF portfolio for cheapskates

Published on 2011-05-31 21:56:49

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: ETF portfolio for cheapskates http://money.msn.com/exchange-traded-fund/default-dyn.aspx?cp-documentid=6808378 > read more

More Investors Shift Into Hard Assets

Published on 2011-05-31 21:56:39

Wary of the markets and a weak dollar, more investors are drawn to precious metals, diamonds -- even collectibles. > read more

401(k) Savings Inches Upward

Published on 2011-05-31 21:56:30

But workers remain concerned that they aren’t saving enough for retirement. > read more

World markets cheer Greek, Japanese news

Published on 2011-05-31 21:56:21

European stocks moved sharply upward Tuesday amid speculation the European Union could provide additional aid for Greece, while Asian stocks rallied on strong manufacturing data from Japan. > read more

Reconstruction Lifts Economy After Disasters

Published on 2011-05-31 21:56:13

While there is no silver lining to a natural disaster like a tornado, reconstruction can help rebuild local economies as well as neighborhoods. > read more

How to invest if you’ve lost your job

Published on 2011-05-31 21:56:03

When Jonathan Adams lost his job last December, he didn't panic -- or pull all of his savings out of the market. > read more

11 Money-Smart Steps All Grads Should Take

Published on 2011-05-31 21:55:08

Now is the time to get taxes, insurance, and other grown-up items in order. > read more

Mortgages: A Guide for the Co-op Neophyte

Published on 2011-05-28 21:30:50

Plenty of lenders are comfortable with co-ops; all will review the building as well as the borrower, examining its finances over several years. > read more

5 Tips for Lowering Property Taxes

Published on 2011-05-28 21:30:35

Knowing what to do can save homeowners thousands of dollars a year. > read more

10 Ways the Recession Has Changed Retirement

Published on 2011-05-28 21:30:21

The recession is having a lasting impact on the baby boomer’s retirement plans. > read more

10 hot stocks to watch

Published on 2011-05-28 21:30:12

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: 10 hot stocks to watch http://money.msn.com/stock-broker-guided/10-stocks-to-watch-in-the-week-ahead.aspx > read more

White House unveils ‘receipt’ for taxes you pay

Published on 2011-05-28 21:29:58

On the eve of tax day, the White House unveiled a new online tool that estimates how much of an individual's taxes pay for things such as war, NASA and the interest on the deficit. > read more

Treasuries: All eyes on the economy

Published on 2011-05-28 21:29:38

Yields are hovering around their lowest levels of the year, as traders enter a long holiday weekend and end a volatile May. > read more

Wary investors shift focus to jobs

Published on 2011-05-28 21:28:45

The economy and jobs will be front and center this week -- whether investors like it or not. > read more

Flash sale sites spark billion-dollar industry

Published on 2011-05-27 09:32:24

Online retailers that offer luxury items at deep discounts have created a billion-dollar industry in a flash. > read more

Financial Lessons Learned: Save Up, Set A Budget

Published on 2011-05-27 09:29:56

A request on NPR's Facebook page asking people to share the most valuable financial lessons of their youth brought more than 1,400 responses. Many wrote about the importance of saving money starting at an early age. Others talked about avoiding debt > read more

5 summer travel deals

Published on 2011-05-27 09:29:43

Spiking fuel prices and increased demand mean that if you haven't booked yet, you'll pay top dollar for airfare to most destinations. These are likely to be among the exceptions. > read more

A Look at How IRA Owners Invest

Published on 2011-05-27 09:28:48

Retirement investors appear to have improved their understanding of risk and diversification. > read more

Hard assets attract investors

Published on 2011-05-27 09:27:42

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Hard assets attract investors http://money.msn.com/stock-broker-guided/default-dyn.aspx?cp-documentid=6820590 > read more

Sites That Help Track Your Spending, And Saving

Published on 2011-05-27 09:26:40

One of the benefits of the online services, a personal finance expert says, is to help users save toward a goal — like buying a house, or taking a long vacation. > read more

Global Funds With Room to Roam

Published on 2011-05-27 09:26:22

A growing group of "go anywhere" funds offer world-beating returns -- if you trust the manager. > read more

White House to slash business’ red tape

Published on 2011-05-27 09:26:00

The Obama administration said Thursday that milk will no longer be classified as an oil, part of an effort to overhaul federal regulations that don't make any sense. > read more

Foreclosure Sales Down; Mortgage Rates Dip Again

Published on 2011-05-26 16:45:00

Sales of homes in some stage of foreclosure declined in the first quarter of 2011 from a year earlier, but they still accounted for 28 percent of all home sales. Meanwhile, 30-year mortgage rates inched down this week to 4.60 percent, the lowest poin > read more

Mortgages: Financing Foreclosed Homes

Published on 2011-05-26 02:25:29

For would-be owner-occupants without cash, the federally insured 203(k) loan is key. > read more

How to Review and Update Your Homeowners Insurance

Published on 2011-05-26 02:24:38

You know that homeowners insurance is important since you want to make sure that your largest purchase and asset is protected. Homeowners insurance is designed to help you cover the costs of repairs to your home, recover the costs associated with ite > read more

For 25% of retirees, savings are all gone

Published on 2011-05-26 02:24:01

After record job losses, falling home prices and devalued investment portfolios, the recession has taken a toll on many Americans' financial well being. > read more

Stocks gain after 3-day rout

Published on 2011-05-26 02:23:45

U.S. stocks strengthened in the last hour of trading, moving higher after three straight days of declines, following a rise in commodity prices > read more

Just What You Needed: Higher Taxes

Published on 2011-05-26 02:23:31

The often-overlooked Social Security tax is expected to start rising again next year. > read more

U.S. Economy: How to Build a Job Engine

Published on 2011-05-26 02:23:00

Pratt & Whitney labored 20 years to create one new position for one engineer. Hundreds more will follow > read more

French Minister to Seek Top I.M.F. Job

Published on 2011-05-26 02:21:50

Developing nations are objecting to naming a European, but Christine Lagarde is still seen as the top candidate. > read more

Pet Care for Small Budgets

Published on 2011-05-24 16:03:14

Pet ownership is a wonderful experience, but it is one that doesn’t come cheap. The ongoing costs of providing your pet with food, hygiene and vaccinations are compounded by unexpected costs for medication and emergency care > read more

5 Ways to Add Budget Luxury to Your Home

Published on 2011-05-24 16:03:09

If you're staying put, think about making some affordable upgrade. > read more

Practical Traveler: Choosing the Best Credit Card

Published on 2011-05-24 16:02:12

Credit card companies are pitching new travel enticements, from waiving foreign transaction fees that can add up to 3 percent to your purchases abroad to picking up fees for checked baggage. > read more

How to Inflation Proof Your Portfolio With ETFs

Published on 2011-05-24 16:01:56

Don't let inflation rob your portfolio of returns. > read more

Investing: Stay cool when news gets scary

Published on 2011-05-24 16:01:34

You learned in high school physics that for every action there's an equal and opposite reaction. A similar law affects investors. For every unexpected crisis, count on some to overreact. > read more

Young Adults Can Keep It Simple: Start Saving

Published on 2011-05-24 16:00:48

For many 20-somethings, financial independence marks their arrival at adulthood. But it can be a hard place to get to if you're also shouldering a lot of debt > read more

Mortgages: Counseling Before Borrowing

Published on 2011-05-23 09:48:36

Nonprofit agencies say that home buyers who undergo prepurchase counseling are less likely to lose their homes because of a bad mortgage product. > read more

Who pays the most in property taxes?

Published on 2011-05-23 09:48:12

Of the 10 counties with the highest property taxes in the United States, all are in New Jersey and New York. Connecticut and New Hampshire also had counties that finished high in the rankings > read more

How to Cope With a Forced Retirement

Published on 2011-05-23 09:47:18

Health problems and layoffs cause many retirees to leave the workforce earlier than planned. > read more

Stocks tumble on eurozone worries

Published on 2011-05-23 09:46:14

U.S. stocks opened sharply lower Monday, taking cues from world markets, which tumbled after rating agencies downgraded Greece and Italy late last week. > read more

5 Reasons Taxes Are Going to Rise

Published on 2011-05-23 09:46:00

A noted economist says Republicans opposed to new taxes are in “la-la land.” > read more

Flooding Sinks La. Economy As Well As Land

Published on 2011-05-23 09:45:44

The Mississippi River floods continue to inundate the Delta region. Tributaries are backing up, spilling record levels of water and leaving severe damage in their wake. Host Scott Simon speaks with Garret Graves of the Louisiana State Coastal Protect > read more

How to Look for a Job When You’re Employed

Published on 2011-05-23 09:44:40

Job-searching is hard enough under any circumstances, but how do you conduct an effective search when you’re employed? > read more

Fortune Brands reaches deal to sell golf business

Published on 2011-05-20 11:27:24

AP - The company behind Fila shoes and clothing is taking a swing at golf, forming a foursome to purchase the maker of Titleist golf balls and FootJoy shoes from Fortune Brands Inc. > read more

Visualizing World Inflation

Published on 2011-05-17 17:06:56

We all know that a dollar doesn’t buy as much today as it used to. However, the United States’ inflation rates seem paltry when compared to some other countries around the world. Inflation is a current issue for many developing countries > read more

Economix: The World Economic Order, Circa 2025

Published on 2011-05-17 17:06:34

A World Bank report sees China and five emerging economies as the leading engines of growth, and the dollar sharing primacy with the European and Chinese currencies. > read more

The Invisible Stock Bubble

Published on 2011-05-17 17:06:01

Prices seem normal next to earnings, but history says earnings might plunge. > read more

Business events scheduled for Friday (AP)

Published on 2011-05-13 00:48:51

AP - Major business and economic events scheduled for Friday: > read more

Job openings hit 2-1/2-year high in March

Published on 2011-05-11 11:19:08

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. job openings in March were the most in 2-1/2 years, a government report showed on Wednesday, pointing to a firming labor market tone. > read more

Economix: China’s Growing Overseas Portfolio

Published on 2011-05-10 09:43:02

China is quickly shifting from being a country known for exports to one capable of making huge investments in global financial markets, analysts say. > read more

Cut investment taxes, boost returns by 20%

Published on 2011-05-10 09:42:47

Looking to improve your portfolio's performance? Still licking the wounds from tax day > read more

3 Ways to Juice Up Your Savings

Published on 2011-05-10 09:42:31

These safe spots let your store your cash with little risk and a modest return. > read more

Economix: Economics in an Imperfect World

Published on 2011-05-10 09:42:11

The world shouldn't be run by economists, but they have much to add to analysis and debates of public policy, an economist writes in his farewell post. > read more

Economix: 5 Questions About Friday’s Jobs Report

Published on 2011-05-05 20:24:17

The jobs report for April, to be released on Friday, will shed light on whether job growth, like economic growth, has slowed. > read more

Stocks waver as investors step back

Published on 2011-05-03 10:44:35

U.S. stocks were down slightly on Tuesday, as investors focused on the economy and corporate earnings. > read more

7 Ways to Sink in a Stagnant Economy

Published on 2011-05-03 10:44:02

It’s a scattershot recovery, but many people limit their own opportunities. > read more

Quarterly Estimated Taxes Late Payment Penalty

Published on 2011-05-01 07:50:23

As a small business owner, you normally have to make estimated quarterly tax payments to the Internal Revenue Service throughout the year. This makes it easier to afford the taxes you owe rather than have a lump-sum balance due at tax time. > read more

5 Money-Saving Chicken Ideas

Published on 2011-05-01 07:50:09

We’ve all been there. Thinking we’re ahead of the game by purchasing chicken as our family’s protein element of choice, only to find ourselves still being a few pennies short of a balanced budget. > read more

Economix: Women in Politics, Around the World

Published on 2011-05-01 07:49:51

There is still just one country with a female parliamentary majority: Rwanda, according to the latest numbers from the Inter-Parliamentary Union. > read more

Storms Cripple Businesses In The South

Published on 2011-05-01 07:49:26

A number of car factories and aerospace plants have shut down temporarily, and some coal mines have suspended production. > read more

Bernanke Expects Jobs Market To Strengthen

Published on 2011-04-29 22:48:07

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke conducted the first full-fledged news conference ever by a Fed chairman Wednesday. > read more

Employers tap interns for full-time jobs

Published on 2011-04-29 22:48:02

Employers recruited more than half their interns for full-time positions last year, the highest rate of intern-to-staff hiring in a decade, according to survey results released Thursday. > read more

Navigating The Budget Maze, Without Getting Lost

Published on 2011-04-28 11:20:06

The budget proposals from President Obama and House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan are filled with claims about reducing deficits, spurring economic growth and cutting spending. > read more

6 Budget-Friendly Baby Shower Tips

Published on 2011-04-28 11:20:04

Congrats! You’re having a baby (or you are having a shower for someone who is.) While it’s tempting to go overboard on the cute and cuddly in celebration of the life-changing event, it’s best to keep your head when planning for the baby shower. > read more

Time to spring clean your portfolio

Published on 2011-04-28 11:19:38

Photo: iStockphoto Tax season is over. It’s time for some portfolio spring cleaning. Let’s Roomba this sucker > read more

Stocks stall after three days of gains

Published on 2011-04-28 11:19:21

U.S. stocks straddled the breakeven point Wednesday following disappointing reports on U.S. > read more

Investors, it’s time to run & hide

Published on 2011-04-28 11:18:49

The stock market can ignore economic woes and worries for only so long. Here's why a pullback is on the horizon and the smart money is preparing for the worst, as well as several ways to get defensive. > read more

The Fed’s Statement on Interest Rates

Published on 2011-04-28 06:01:07

The full text of the Federal Reserve’s statement on credit easing and interest rates. > read more

7 Side Business Ideas for Retirement

Published on 2011-04-26 22:23:04

Make extra money in retirement by running a part-time business. > read more

A snapshot of the AP Economy Survey results (AP)

Published on 2011-04-26 22:22:45

AP - The quarterly AP Economy Survey drew upon forecasts from 42 economists. Here are their average predictions: > read more

5 High-Paying Part-Time Jobs

Published on 2011-04-26 22:22:11

Whether you’re a college student trying to put yourself through school, a stay-at-home parent who would like to bring in some extra income, or a professional who has recently seen wages or hours cut, part-time jobs can really help to bridge the gap > read more

Higher mortgages on the horizon

Published on 2011-04-20 11:11:11

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Higher mortgages on the horizon http://money.msn.com/home-loans/pricier-mortgages-on-the-horizon-bankrate.aspx > read more

Avoiding Foreclosure A Maze For Many Homeowners

Published on 2011-04-20 11:10:47

In 2008, the Obama administration enacted the Home Affordable Modification Program to help assist some of the millions of Americans on the brink of losing their homes. But the law has helped fewer troubled homeowners than envisioned, leaving many str > read more

5 Easy Ways to Travel Light

Published on 2011-04-20 11:10:29

Travel light. Sounds so simple, doesn’t it? > read more

Hidden costs of retirement

Published on 2011-04-20 11:10:04

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Hidden costs of retirement http://money.msn.com/retirement-plan/12-hidden-costs-after-retirement-thestreet.aspx > read more

How to Avoid Taxes on Life Insurance (The Tax Guy)

Published on 2011-04-20 11:09:54

With some advance planning, you and your heirs can be better off. > read more

Bad manners is bad business, plain and simple

Published on 2011-04-20 11:09:06

Many business opportunities have been missed because of poor manners. > read more

Survey: Economy Improving Despite Global Events

Published on 2011-04-20 11:08:25

Economists say the U.S. > read more

What to Do When You Hate Your Job

Published on 2011-04-19 04:08:05

These practical steps will help you work through problems at work, whether they're big or small. > read more

Study Ties Suicide Rate in Work Force to Economy

Published on 2011-04-16 18:24:11

The suicide rate increased 3 percent during the 2001 recession and has generally ridden the tide of the economy since the Great Depression, a comprehensive government analysis found. > read more

Venture-cap investments rise in 1Q

Published on 2011-04-15 13:19:19

AP - Funding to U.S. startups climbed during the first three months of the year, with venture capitalists putting more money into fewer companies, according to a study scheduled to be released Friday. > read more

7 Problems That Could Derail the Global Recovery

Published on 2011-04-15 13:19:01

Rising commodity prices and slowing consumer spending are among the risks. > read more

Why Jobs Are Recovering But Pay Isn’t

Published on 2011-04-15 13:18:32

Getting a raise will take a lot more than it used to. > read more

Vespanomics: The Road to Savings

Published on 2011-04-14 03:26:26

With gas prices touching the $4 per gallon mark, saving money at the pump this summer is on many drivers’ minds. For some, that means yet again reconsidering the SUV in favor of a smaller vehicle or even a hybrid. Others may go even further in > read more

Businesses boost stockpiles for 14th month

Published on 2011-04-14 03:25:57

AP - Businesses added to their stockpiles in February for a 14th straight month and sales increased for an eighth consecutive month. The gains suggest factory orders will rise in the coming months. > read more

Next Internet bubble is brewing

Published on 2011-04-14 03:25:16

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Next Internet bubble is brewing http://money.msn.com/investing/the-next-internet-bubble-is-brewing-marketwatch.aspx > read more

Fed Report Notes That Economy Continues to Improve

Published on 2011-04-14 03:25:07

The beige book cited a “steady improvement” in manufacturing, often including hiring, and at least 10 districts reported “slight gains” in consumer spending. > read more

2011 budget cuts revealed

Published on 2011-04-13 02:35:46

Lawmakers lifted the curtain Tuesday on a 2011 spending plan that will slash nearly $40 billion -- cutting back on a wide range of programs and services including high-speed rail, emergency first responders and the National Endowment for the Arts. > read more

Countdown on for budget cuts

Published on 2011-04-13 02:35:43

The long march toward a budget for the current fiscal year is finally over. The deal has been stuck. Everyone can pack up and head over the hill for the next fiscal fight > read more

G-20 finance chiefs to tackle global imbalances

Published on 2011-04-13 02:34:40

Financial ministers from G-20 nations head this weekend to Washington, where they will brainstorm a new set of standards to tackle global economic imbalances. > read more

Recession Squeezes Disabled Workers Out Of Jobs

Published on 2011-04-13 02:34:03

The unemployment rate for people with disabilities remains stubbornly high, even as rates have fallen for other workers. > read more

Funding a New Business With a 401(k) (Take Two)

Published on 2011-04-05 16:31:42

With a little-known tax move, a Missouri engineer opened his own business. > read more

Job Number Drop Signals Some Recovery

Published on 2011-04-03 11:52:45

The unemployment rate dropped a tenth of a point this week to 8.8 percent, the lowest since March 2009. NPR's Scott Horsley looks at the figures and what they suggest about the nation's economy. > read more

Investors: Look at Risk and Return Equally

Published on 2011-03-31 22:35:09

Building a portfolio with both in mind is a lot more rewarding and a lot less worrisome. > read more

What to do if you can’t pay your taxes

Published on 2011-03-31 22:34:38

If you owe the IRS more than you can pay, you still have options. Some are better than others. > read more

10 money-saving tips that don’t work

Published on 2011-03-31 22:33:55

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: 10 money-saving tips that don’t work http://money.bundle.com/article/money-saving-tips-that-dont-work/1 > read more

Investors focus on jobs

Published on 2011-03-27 10:34:55

As Wall Street continues to digest events overseas, investors will focus on the U.S. job market this week. > read more

Why are we so dumb about money?

Published on 2011-03-27 10:34:28

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Why are we so dumb about money? http://money.msn.com/saving-money/3-ways-to-be-smarter-about-money-weston.aspx > read more

Eager World Awaits American Crop Bounty

Published on 2011-03-24 10:15:04

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Eager World Awaits American Crop Bounty http://www.kiplinger.com/businessresource/forecast/archive/eager-world-awaits-2011-crop-harvest.html > read more

Economix: The World Economy Shifts Eastward

Published on 2011-03-24 10:13:54

The center of economic gravity in the world is steadily moving eastward, from somewhere in the mid-Atlantic to a place between India and China. > read more

Homeward Bound: 6 Steps to Getting a Mortgage

Published on 2011-03-23 07:42:37

photo: haglundc You’ve heard it before: mortgage rates are at historic lows and housing prices are more affordable than they’ve been in years. But no one said buying a home was any easier. If you’re hoping to become a homeowner this year, you > read more

European stocks edge up despite Nikkei retreat

Published on 2011-03-23 07:42:26

AP - Stocks in Europe edged up on Wednesday, brushing aside an earlier retreat in Japan and renewed debt crisis jitters as investors looked to a stronger open on Wall Street. > read more

Stocks: Investors remain on edge

Published on 2011-03-23 07:42:22

U.S. stocks were poised for a flat start Wednesday, as investors remained nervous about the spreading unrest in the Middle East region and Japan's recovery efforts. > read more

Taxes: Standard Deduction vs. Itemized Deductions

Published on 2011-03-23 07:42:17

One of the decisions you have to make when preparing your tax return is whether to take the standard deduction or to itemize your deductions. When filling out your Form 1040 this decision comes after you have figured your adjusted gross income > read more

How to Stash $1 Million+ in Savings

Published on 2011-03-23 07:42:14

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: How to Stash $1 Million+ in Savings http://www.kiplinger.com/magazine/archives/how-to-stash-1-million-in-savings.html > read more

Silicon Valley Job Outlook Brighter, Still Cloudy

Published on 2011-03-23 07:41:56

With many companies slow to hire, it will take a long time to get back to the kind of healthy job market Silicon Valley once had. > read more

Back to School: Money Tips for Adults

Published on 2011-03-23 07:41:35

Online degrees, flexible work schedules, and creative funding plans can make grad school more affordable. > read more

Housing Will Add to the Economy’s Growth This Year

Published on 2011-03-21 23:57:55

The sectorÂ’s collapse is just about over, but donÂ’t look for the typical boomy recovery. > read more

10 Ways to Boost Your Retirement Savings

Published on 2011-03-20 20:20:27

These savings strategies will help you build a larger nest egg. > read more

Graphic Shows Weak Summer Job Market for Teens

Published on 2011-03-20 20:20:10

Teens should expect to face fierce competition for jobs this summer. > read more

Mortgage for Modest Means

Published on 2011-03-19 12:12:01

Many people realize that now might be a good time to buy a home . Home prices are low, and mortgage rates are still fairly competitive > read more

Stocks set to continue rebound

Published on 2011-03-19 12:11:53

It's shaping up to be another 'up' day on Wall Street, with U.S. stock futures solidly higher ahead of Friday's opening bell. > read more

Stocks post solid gains as global worries ease

Published on 2011-03-19 12:11:49

U.S. stocks rose for a second day in a row on Friday, as news of a cease-fire in Libya eased traders' concerns about developments in the Middle East. > read more

Investors Continue to Chase Short-Term Performance

Published on 2011-03-19 12:11:48

A new study from Baird shows investors jumping ship at exactly the wrong time. > read more

Investing in Japan: Record $956 million flows in

Published on 2011-03-19 12:11:42

Investors plowed a record amount of cash into funds that invest in Japanese equities this week, taking full advantage of a sharp drop in the Nikkei following the disaster in Japan. > read more

3 states seek to kick habit of raising cig taxes

Published on 2011-03-19 12:11:37

AP - As some states look to tobacco tax increases to plug budget holes, a few are bucking the national trend and saying, "If you smoke 'em, we got 'em," looking at dropping the rate to boost cigarette sales. > read more

How Japan’s Quake Will Rattle the World Economy

Published on 2011-03-19 12:11:29

There could be a shortage of Japanese cars, with tremors felt in many other sectors. > read more

5 Tips for Last-Minute Tax Savings

Published on 2011-03-19 12:11:11

It's not to let to trim your tax bill—here's a guide from our expert. > read more

Reduced exports to Japan could pinch U.S. economy

Published on 2011-03-19 12:11:08

Last week's Japanese earthquake and tsunami is delivering aftershocks to U.S. exporters > read more

Japan quake: Little impact on global markets

Published on 2011-03-19 12:10:56

Despite the overwhelming human toll, investors said they expect the Japanese earthquake of 2011 to have little impact on world markets over the next few months. > read more

5 Life Insurance Questions You Should Ask

Published on 2011-03-18 08:46:55

Confused about $1 million dollar insurance advertising claims? Decide whether they'll pay off for you > read more

Congress buys more time for budget dispute

Published on 2011-03-18 08:46:51

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Congress on Thursday bought itself more time to work out a much-delayed budget deal as the costs of the stalemate were increasingly felt across the globe. > read more

4 Benefits of Retirement in a Rural Community

Published on 2011-03-18 08:46:43

Small towns are generally more affordable and have a more relaxed pace of life. > read more

Report Urges Even Higher Global Retirement Ages

Published on 2011-03-18 08:46:31

The agency says additional cost-saving measures are required for advanced economies to avoid resurgence of “old-age poverty.” > read more

When is insurance worth the money?

Published on 2011-03-18 08:46:27

Premiums can be expensive, and if you never file a claim, it may seem as if you're throwing your money away . So is this money well spent? Plus : The most & least expensive 2011 cars to insure . > read more

New Worries for Buyers Seeking Mortgages

Published on 2011-03-17 08:10:21

While homes may be more affordable, many buyers are still having trouble getting mortgages to buy them. > read more

Do You Need Travel Insurance?

Published on 2011-03-17 08:09:38

Traveling has always had its risks from missed or cancelled flights to stolen luggage to incorrectly prepared seafood. The question is whether you need to worry about these risks ahead of time. For every risk there is an insurance agent waiting to se > read more

Why Rebalancing Your Portfolio Is Important

Published on 2011-03-17 08:09:35

For most investors, rebalancing twice a year is sufficient. > read more

Stocks poised to open higher after steep sell off

Published on 2011-03-17 08:09:31

AP - Stocks appear poised to rebound, a day after suffering their worst losses in seven months. Stock futures rose after the government said first-time applications for unemployment benefits dropped last week. > read more

Save $50,000: Lower investment costs

Published on 2011-03-17 08:09:18

The strategy: Shift your portfolio to cheaper, more tax-efficient mutual funds and ETFs. > read more

Save $50,000: Bundle small savings

Published on 2011-03-17 08:08:50

The strategy: Cut the cost of the stuff you need to buy. > read more

World Markets Dive as Investors Retreat to Safety

Published on 2011-03-17 08:08:40

Japan’s nuclear disaster, the latest blow to the global growth prospects, led to heavy selling in equities. > read more

Mirhaydari: Will Japan’s economy ever recover?

Published on 2011-03-17 08:08:25

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Mirhaydari: Will Japan’s economy ever recover? http://money.msn.com/exchange-traded-fund/default-dyn.aspx?cp-documentid=6795774 > read more

New Jobless Claims Dip, Consumer Prices Up

Published on 2011-03-17 08:07:51

Fewer people applied for unemployment benefits last week. Applications fell 16,000 to a seasonally adjusted 385,000, the third decline in the past four weeks. A separate report said the Consumer Price Index rose 0.5 percent in February amid sharply h > read more

Your Money: A Red Flag on Reverse Mortgages

Published on 2011-03-15 18:11:14

A HUD rule that could force the home of a surviving spouse into foreclosure raises another warning flag about tapping home equity in retirement. > read more

How to Overcome 5 Retirement Abroad Challenges

Published on 2011-03-14 18:31:01

Don’t let these setbacks prevent you from launching a new life overseas in retirement. > read more

Yippee! Another short-term budget fix

Published on 2011-03-13 18:37:48

Feuding lawmakers have found another small chunk of the federal budget they agree can be cut. > read more

Lawmakers confident on short-term budget deal

Published on 2011-03-13 18:37:45

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Senior lawmakers in both parties said on Sunday that Congress will pass a stopgap spending bill to avert a government shutdown this week, but warned there are still big obstacles to long-term deals on the budget and debt. > read more

Bucks: Report Your Reverse Mortgage Experience

Published on 2011-03-13 18:37:39

Bucks readers weigh the pros and cons of a reverse mortgage loan. > read more

United States issues travel warning for Japan

Published on 2011-03-13 18:37:21

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The State Department urged American citizens on Sunday to avoid going to Japan because of the powerful earthquake that damaged the Fukushima nuclear power reactors. > read more

5 Energy Plays to Stoke Your Portfolio

Published on 2011-03-13 18:37:10

Master Limited Partnerships: A good place to get 6% payouts. > read more

Tokyo stocks set to open sharply lower

Published on 2011-03-13 18:37:05

Japanese stocks were set to open sharply lower Monday, the first full day of trading in Tokyo following last week's earthquake. > read more

Apps make sense for investing via smartphone

Published on 2011-03-13 18:36:59

Banks and brokerages are launching many new apps for everything from getting stock quotes to checking account balances and even placing trad ... > read more

Many still owe taxes on forgiven home-equity debt

Published on 2011-03-13 18:36:55

With hundreds of thousands of homeowners having negotiated loan modifications or short sales or been foreclosed upon during the past year, the Internal Revenue Service has issued fresh guidance on how to handle canceled mortgage debt in the coming ta > read more

Tax refunds: More saving and splurging

Published on 2011-03-13 18:36:46

Using your refund to pay down debt is so 2007, according to a recent report. > read more

The World’s Best Beaches for Retirement

Published on 2011-03-13 18:36:42

Check out the crashing waves and constant sunshine in these retirement havens. > read more

5 Biggest Retirement Myths (Magazine Cover)

Published on 2011-03-12 13:20:20

We look at five myths -- and three hard facts -- about retirement planning > read more

5 Tips for Starting a Business in Retirement

Published on 2011-03-12 13:20:02

Many retirees are in an excellent position to launch a new venture. > read more

Cramer’s ‘Mad Money’ Recap: Glorious Bull (Final)

Published on 2011-03-11 09:30:32

Cramer celebrated the second anniversary of the bull market and discussed what it took to stay in the game. > read more

IRS budget in the crosshairs

Published on 2011-03-09 17:30:45

If the Internal Revenue Service is able to hire more enforcement agents, will the federal budget deficit shrink? > read more

More Mortgages Underwater As Home Prices Fall

Published on 2011-03-09 17:30:28

The number of Americans who owe more on their mortgages than their homes are worth rose at the end of last year, preventing many people from selling their homes in an already weak housing market. About 23.1 percent of all mortgaged homes were underwa > read more

Stocks edge lower as bull market enters 3rd year

Published on 2011-03-09 17:30:08

AP - The two-year anniversary of the fastest bull market since the 1950s ended on a down note. Stocks dipped Wednesday as crude oil prices hovered near $104 a barrel, continuing a three-week run of high prices that economists say could slow the econo > read more

Billionaire Carl Icahn returns $1.76B to investors

Published on 2011-03-09 17:29:59

On the eve of the bull market's second anniversary, billionaire investor Carl Icahn had an unsettling message for his investors: Take your money ... > read more

When Are My 2010 Taxes Due?

Published on 2011-03-09 17:29:45

Tax procrastinators catch a break this year. > read more

Your FICA Savings: 3 Ideas for Your 2011 Increase

Published on 2011-03-09 17:29:39

By this point in the year you might have noticed that your paychecks are a little bit bigger. > read more

Unrest Makes U.S. Rethink Arms Trade In Arab World

Published on 2011-03-09 17:29:21

The U.S. has long been the chief supplier of defense equipment in the region — including selling some nonlethal goods to the Gadhafi regime in Libya. Transactions with Libya are now suspended, and defense sales to other governments are also getting > read more

How Arab Unrest Could Harm the World Economy

Published on 2011-03-09 17:29:09

An oil shock could come from unforeseen places—and torpedo the global recovery. > read more

Are grandmas stealing jobs from the young?

Published on 2011-03-09 17:28:51

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Are grandmas stealing jobs from the young? http://money.msn.com/how-to-invest/video.aspx?vid=5ca2e532-6d15-4303-8180-0f0ae5d50e2f&from=en-us_msnhp > read more

4 Steps to Allocating Budget Benders

Published on 2011-03-08 03:17:21

Budgets seem pretty straight forward: List out your expenses, group them into categories, and commit to not overspending any more than you can fund each one. The problem arises when well-meaning consumers encounter expenses that they don’t budget > read more

Best & worst places for retiree taxes

Published on 2011-03-08 03:16:59

Where you live can make a lot of difference in how far your retirement dollars stretch , and the story goes way beyond which states have no income tax. Calculator : Saving enough for retirement > read more

From Guns N’ Roses bassist to money manager

Published on 2011-03-08 03:16:31

In 1994, Duff McKagan's pancreas exploded. > read more

After historic gains, are stocks nearing a bubble?

Published on 2011-03-07 00:33:45

AP - Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke fielded the usual questions about inflation, tax cuts and government debt during a trip to Congress last week. > read more

What Style of Index Investing Is Right for You?

Published on 2011-03-07 00:33:26

Find out what you need to know about index weightings before you invest. > read more

How the economy is really doing

Published on 2011-03-07 00:32:39

What's really going on - and what it feels like - out there. > read more

Budget held hostage: Day 154

Published on 2011-03-05 17:00:17

Thursday was the 154th day the federal government has operated without a budget. > read more

Mortgage rates continue to fall

Published on 2011-03-04 17:32:01

The average rate on 30-year fixed mortgages slipped to 4.87 percent from 4.95 percent this week, according to Freddie Mac. > read more

Productivity, Service Sector Grow More Quickly

Published on 2011-03-04 04:29:58

Productivity grew at a 2.6 percent rate in the final quarter of 2010, the fastest pace in nine months. And the service sector expanded in February at the fastest pace in more than five years while firms hired at the quickest rate since before the rec > read more

School Budget ABCs: Ads Plus Bus Equal Cash

Published on 2011-03-04 04:29:36

More cities and states are turning to display ads on the sides of school buses for extra revenue. Colorado was one of the first states to allow it. Some parents are worried about the messages children receive from the ads. > read more

Alabama Retirees Battle City For Pensions Payouts

Published on 2011-03-04 04:29:30

More than 100 retired public workers in Prichard, Ala., are fighting for their pensions. The city halted pension benefits in 2009 after funds ran dry. Town officials are now in mediation with the former government employees, hoping to find a solution > read more

How To Build Your Own Energy Portfolio

Published on 2011-03-04 04:29:20

You can buy a portfolio of ETFs to bet on the energy sector. > read more

Stocks set for slight bounce up

Published on 2011-03-04 04:29:13

U.S. stocks were set for a higher open Wednesday as investors relaxed a little following a big selloff on renewed concerns about oil and the Libyan conflict. > read more

Taxes When Mom or Dad Depends on You

Published on 2011-03-04 04:28:50

Even modest retirement income can thwart your attempt to claim a parent as a dependent. > read more

Tipping Etiquette Around the World

Published on 2011-03-04 04:28:43

One of the biggest riddles of global travel isn’t which airline to fly, where to stay or even which restaurants to dine in — plenty of travel guides and websites are eager to offer up advice and pricing options on that. But how do you fig > read more

Missouri May Reject Extending Jobless Benefits

Published on 2011-03-04 04:28:14

In Missouri, the state legislature is considering turning down money from the federal government to extend benefits for the state's unemployed. Republicans say they don't want to add to the federal budget deficit. > read more

Trickle Down Budgeting Works

Published on 2011-03-02 15:43:29

Does budgeting work? There are many critics that say tracking every single income and expense source is too complicated. That no one has time to handle budgeting for a family on a monthly basis > read more

How Your Credit Score Affects Your Mortgage

Published on 2011-03-02 15:43:24

Here's a primer on just how important that one number can be. > read more

Show Business: I’ve Got to Get My life Back Again

Published on 2011-03-02 15:42:42

Show Business: I've Got to Get My life Back Again > read more

Mint Slideshow: Money Sculptures

Published on 2011-03-02 15:41:53

To most of us, money is a part of every-day life used for goods and services we need, want or enjoy — but dollars and cents are hardly meant to be enjoyed in themselves. London-based paper artist Justine Smith begs to differ. Through her scu > read more

Choosing The Best Disability Insurance

Published on 2011-03-01 12:56:43

Social Security benefits can be hard to collect. Find out why you need disability insurance to protect your income, and learn how to choose the right policy for you. > read more

Budget Fight: What Public Employees Really Cost

Published on 2011-03-01 12:56:35

Are they coddled, exploited or just misunderstood? > read more

A Portfolio to Keep Income Flowing

Published on 2011-03-01 12:56:20

Pension funds can teach investors about managing money during retirement. > read more

Stocks Fall as Crude Rises (Market Update)

Published on 2011-03-01 12:56:11

U.S. stocks declined as crude-oil futures resumed their upward trend while investors... > read more

Invest Like a Billionaire: Diamond Bling

Published on 2011-03-01 12:55:57

photo: Swamibu This Sunday, the Red Carpet at the 83rd Annual Academy Awards (alright, the Oscars) will drip with diamonds from the likes of Fred Leighton and Neil Lane. Someone may even top the 7,645-diamond, nearly 1,400-carat L’Wren Scott neckla > read more

Help, I Can’t Pay My Taxes!

Published on 2011-03-01 12:55:49

photo: brianjmatis Waiting to file your taxes because you can’t pay the bill? If you owe the IRS money, you are actually part of the minority: according to the IRS, nearly three-quarters of taxpayers received refunds in the past two years. B > read more

401(k) savings hit record high

Published on 2011-03-01 12:55:40

The average 401(k) balance hit a 10-year high at the end of last year as the recession waned and more Americans bulked up their retirement savings. > read more

Looking for a Job When You’re Already Employed

Published on 2011-03-01 12:54:54

Tips on how to look for a job—when you already have one. > read more

The Budget Showdown: A Temporary Reprieve

Published on 2011-02-28 03:59:41

At the end of this week, hundreds of thousands of workers will be furloughed, agencies shuttered and new government benefits suspended if Congress doesn't act to reopen cash flow to the federal infrastructure > read more

JPMorgan Offers Military Families Mortgage Help

Published on 2011-02-28 03:59:28

The bank announced new programs geared toward military customers and veterans, and apologized for overcharging thousands of active-duty service members on mortgages, and improperly foreclosing on more than a dozen. > read more

Charlie Sheen is out, but money keeps pouring in

Published on 2011-02-28 03:58:49

The good news for the producers of "Two and a Half Men" is that Charlie Sheen's meltdown happened during the show's eighth season, and not the first. > read more

Public V. Private Sector: Who’s Compensated More?

Published on 2011-02-26 12:35:57

The answer depends on who you ask. Each side of this debate trots out statistics showing that public sector workers get paid more or less than others, depending on who did the survey and the methodology. Finding accurate, unbiased data is not easy > read more

Mortgages: F.H.A. to Raise Insurance Premiums

Published on 2011-02-26 12:35:46

The higher rate structure goes into effect on F.H.A. loans taken out on or after April 18. > read more

State and local budget cuts are slowing US economy

Published on 2011-02-26 12:35:35

[AP] - Deep spending cuts by state and local governments pose a growing threat to an economy that is already grappling with high unemployment, depressed home prices and the surging cost of oil. > read more

Stocks set for higher open after 3-day rout

Published on 2011-02-26 12:35:15

U.S. stocks were set for a higher open Friday, as oil prices slipped > read more

Foreign Investment Ebbs in India

Published on 2011-02-26 12:35:05

Direct investment in India fell more than 31 percent last year, and corruption and bureaucracy are being blamed. > read more

How to Open an Online Savings Account

Published on 2011-02-26 12:34:56

If you have always h ad a savings account in a brick-and-mortar bank, you may be intimidated by attempting to open one online or with an Internet bank. > read more

Consumers ‘A Little More’ Confident About Economy

Published on 2011-02-26 12:34:34

Gasoline prices are rising and jobs remain scarce, but new surveys are finding that Americans are growing more optimistic about the economy. > read more

Best Careers for Family Caregivers

Published on 2011-02-26 12:34:08

Firms are adding perks for workers who look after other adults. Where to look. > read more

Budget Roulette

Published on 2011-02-24 23:21:57

Why John Boehner does not want a Gingrich-style shutdown > read more

Reverse Mortgages Explained

Published on 2011-02-24 23:21:47

photo: sea turtle About half a million Americans aged 62 or older hold a reverse annuity mortgage today, according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). As more Americans move into this age group, the volume will increase a > read more

Cramer’s ‘Mad Money’ Recap: Survival Guide (Final)

Published on 2011-02-24 23:21:00

Cramer provides a realistic appraisal of what he thinks is working and not working in the markets. > read more

Jobless claims fall to 391,000

Published on 2011-02-24 23:20:41

In another sign that the job market is slowly recovering, the number of Americans filing first-time claims for unemployment benefits fell last week. There were 391,000 initial jobless claims filed in the week ended Feb. 19, the Labor Department said > read more

Stocks fall on Libya tensions, H-P earnings

Published on 2011-02-23 17:23:06

Stocks fell for a second straight day Wednesday after clashes in Libya sent oil prices to two-year highs and technology giant Hewlett-Packard ... > read more

How Your Investments Are Taxed

Published on 2011-02-23 17:22:49

Understand how Uncle Sam taxes your stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. > read more

How to Find the Best Savings Account

Published on 2011-02-23 17:22:32

A savings accoun t is an essential part of any financial plan. > read more

More of world’s crops are genetically engineered

Published on 2011-02-23 17:22:05

The amount of land devoted to genetically engineered crops grew 10% last year, and 7% in the year before. > read more

How to Play Rising Interest Rates

Published on 2011-02-23 17:21:07

With hints of a thaw in interest rates, how to wring the most from your savings. > read more

House budget would increase defense spending

Published on 2011-02-22 09:53:28

While the House Republicans' 2011 budget calls for less in defense spending than originally proposed by President Obama, it would actually increase defense spending relative to last year. > read more

In sign of growth, businesses are borrowing again

Published on 2011-02-22 09:52:49

AP - Martin Foil's company sells yarn that winds up in clothes from the Gap, Ralph Lauren and American Apparel, and business is growing. He's buying new machines and hopes to hire as many as 200 workers this year. > read more

Jobs Office Retrains Itself To Focus On Hiring

Published on 2011-02-22 09:52:27

In just six months, Cleveland's jobs agency helped nearly 1,500 people find work — about the same number as in all of the previous year. > read more

Wis. Capitol Becomes Front Line In Budget Battle

Published on 2011-02-20 22:40:38

For a fifth day, demonstrators have gathered to protest a budget bill that would strip public employees of most of their collective bargaining rights. > read more

Stocks end at fresh multi-year highs

Published on 2011-02-20 22:39:46

U.S. stocks ended at fresh multi-year highs Thursday, as investors focused on an upbeat manufacturing report and looked past indications that inflation is heating up. > read more

The budget for dummies

Published on 2011-02-18 04:47:01

Forget about what's being cut and what's being funded. The key to understanding Obama's budget is to look at a few simple numbers that tell the whole story. > read more

Why an ARM May Beat a Fixed-Rate Mortgage

Published on 2011-02-18 04:46:52

If an adjustable product is right, look past the reputation. > read more

Fed Forecasts Faster Growth as Economy Improves

Published on 2011-02-18 04:45:47

The Federal Reserve called for growth of 3.4 percent to 3.9 percent this year, up from 3 percent to 3.6 percent. > read more

Optimism for Further Lift in Global Markets

Published on 2011-02-16 14:32:38

Easing of tensions in Egypt removes a worry for global markets and could encourage short-term gains. > read more

Are companies excluding jobless from applying?

Published on 2011-02-16 14:31:40

AP - Are some companies weeding out job applicants just because they are unemployed? After news accounts about the practice and requests from concerned lawmakers, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has jumped in, trying to figure out whether > read more

New Orleans: Mardi Gras on a Budget

Published on 2011-02-15 01:14:36

photo: PhelanRiessen The excitement of New Orleans during Mardi Gras is not to be missed. The season begins 12 days after Christmas and ends on Fat Tuesday the day before Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent. Mardi Gras in New Orleans is full of tradi > read more

Warren Buffett’s firm sells off several US stocks

Published on 2011-02-15 01:14:09

AP - Warren Buffett's company sold off several of the smaller investments in its $53 billion U.S. stock portfolio during the fourth quarter, including Bank of America, Comcast, Nike, and Lowe's. > read more

How Low Budget Films Get Financed

Published on 2011-02-13 18:34:49

(CLICK TO ENLARGE) What do the Blair Witch Project , credit cards, and the human condition’s need to keep up with the proverbial ‘Jones’’ have in common? Well, one leads to the other. In the case of the Blair Witch Project , the production co > read more

White House wants less gov’t in mortgage system

Published on 2011-02-13 18:34:09

AP - The Obama administration wants to shrink the government's role in the mortgage system -- a proposal that would remake decades of federal policy aimed at getting Americans to buy homes and would probably make home loans more expensive across > read more

Should You Invest In Netflix?

Published on 2011-02-12 13:04:03

photo: _tar0_ Twenty million. That’s the number of people who now subscribe to the DVD delivery service Netflix ( NFLX ). > read more

Peak buying time ahead, mortgage rates rise

Published on 2011-02-11 19:19:00

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage topped 5 percent this week for the first time since April, and higher rates could further hamper the struggling housing market ahead of the spring's prime home-buying season. > read more

How Do I Budget For My Wedding? Mint Answers

Published on 2011-02-11 07:44:44

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and you know what that means: at romantic dinners or beach strolls throughout the country, hopeful bachelors will get down on one knee and propose to their sweethearts. > read more

Mortgage rates break 5%

Published on 2011-02-11 07:44:30

It's time to say hello to 5% loans. > read more

Romantic Travel Specials: Hawaii

Published on 2011-02-11 07:44:15

photo: Alaskan Dude Hawaii has the benefit of providing stimulating vacations for both singles and couples. And it really shines in romantic vacations for two – whether you are celebrating a special anniversary or planning a quick romantic getaw > read more

The Root: Black Businesses Boom, But Must Improve

Published on 2011-02-11 07:43:51

Data collected by the Survey of Business Owners shows that black businesses increased by 61 percent between 2002 and 2007. But Frank McCoy of The Root argues that a lack of capital and connections still hampers success for African-American entreprene > read more

Jobless Filings at Lowest Level Since 2008

Published on 2011-02-11 07:43:22

Applications for unemployment benefits sank by a seasonally adjusted 36,000 to 383,000, raising hope that companies will step up hiring this year. > read more

Bernanke warns against steep budget cuts

Published on 2011-02-10 03:25:19

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke on Wednesday warned against sharp cuts in spending at a time when the economic recovery is still fragile enough to require extraordinary support from the central bank. > read more

Are stocks really overvalued?

Published on 2011-02-10 03:24:32

Many stock market analysts and financial journalists currently point to Professor Robert Shiller's cyclically adjusted price earnings (CAPE) ratio to prove their assertion the stock market is overvalued by nearly 45% (see Don't believe the ro > read more

Dollar Matters: Fun with Investing

Published on 2011-02-10 03:24:14

There are a number of ways you can invest. > read more

7 best apps for filing taxes

Published on 2011-02-10 03:23:45

Tax season is upon us, and these 7 smartphone apps will make doing Uncle Sam's paperwork a little less ... taxing. > read more

5 Personal Finance Books Everyone Should Read

Published on 2011-02-10 03:21:59

photo: zimpenfish If you’re ready to make some major changes in your financial life, then check these five no-nonsense books about money. > read more

The tortured path to a federal budget

Published on 2011-02-08 14:49:24

Here's fodder for a new drinking game: Between now and Sept. 30, lift a glass every time you hear President Obama, members of Congress or TV pundits say "federal budget." > read more

Uncertain Path Ahead For U.S. Mortgage Giants

Published on 2011-02-08 14:49:19

The fight over mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac is part of a larger debate about the appropriate role for government in supporting the U.S. housing market. That market is still fragile and heavily dependent on the government-run giants for > read more

Business travel bounces back as economy improves

Published on 2011-02-08 14:49:01

AP - Business travel is bouncing back. U.S. > read more

Tips on an Online Savings Account

Published on 2011-02-08 14:48:32

Opening an online savings account is quick, simple and a popular way to open and manage one of the primary accounts you have in your life. While some banks offer online access as convenience or benefit, other banks only offer online access to you acc > read more

Rep. Issa Collects Complaints From Businesses

Published on 2011-02-08 14:48:17

Republicans in Congress are taking aim at government regulations they say are keeping unemployment high. Chairman of the House Oversight Committee Darrell Issa released letters he solicited from businesses about regulations businesses say are overly > read more

Economix: Disappointing Data on Job Openings

Published on 2011-02-08 14:47:48

Additionally, the trends in job openings and actual hires have been diverging in recent months. > read more

Bucks: A Retirement Program for the Risk-Averse

Published on 2011-02-07 09:47:27

A new retirement planning program treats all of your stock investments as if they were bets gone awry. > read more

3 New Ways to Live in Retirement

Published on 2011-02-07 09:47:12

Boomer demands lead to communities and services that redefine retirement. > read more

Hackers penetrated Nasdaq’s network

Published on 2011-02-07 09:46:59

Hackers have repeatedly made their way into the computer network that runs the Nasdaq Stock Market during the past year, the Wall Street Journal reported on Saturday. > read more

Chicken wings and other hot investments

Published on 2011-02-07 09:46:47

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Chicken wings and other hot investments http://money.msn.com/stock-broker-guided/3-small-retailers-ready-to-roll-smartmoney.aspx > read more

What You Need to Know Before Filing Taxes

Published on 2011-02-07 09:46:41

Find out if you’re at risk for an audit, and the quickest way to get your refund. > read more

5 Smart Ways to Save Money for Your Children

Published on 2011-02-07 09:45:57

Whether you’re putting money away for college or a rainy day, here’s a guide to making sure it grows. > read more

Budget Wars: A Standoff Escalates In Congress

Published on 2011-02-06 00:38:57

Republicans are demanding big cuts in all spending that isn't defense-related. Democrats say the economic recovery is still too fragile to do that. > read more

Should I get a reverse mortgage?

Published on 2011-02-06 00:38:48

My wife and I are 62 and just starting to take Social Security. We're thinking about taking out a reverse mortgage and using it as a line of credit > read more

There’s No Business Like Snow Business This Winter

Published on 2011-02-06 00:37:56

This year's heavy snow is bad news for many businesses, such as retailers and airlines. But other firms are profiting from the storms. > read more

White House Weighs In On Jobs Report

Published on 2011-02-06 00:37:31

For more on the latest jobs numbers, host Michele Norris speaks to Austan Goolsbee, chairman of the White House Council of Economic Advisers. On Friday, Goolsbee also helped unveil what the government is calling its "Strategy for American Innovation. > read more

Ad Industry Geared Up For Super Bowl Months Ago

Published on 2011-02-05 00:02:43

Since last summer, ad man Tor Myhren has been toiling away on a Super Bowl commercial for the online broker E*Trade. The ad will feature one of the talking babies > read more

SEC warns budget threats give swindlers upper hand

Published on 2011-02-05 00:02:06

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Tighter budgets at the Securities and Exchange Commission could mean killing vital technology upgrades needed to catch swindlers, the agency's chief said on Friday in a blunt appeal for more funding. > read more

Report: Hackers penetrated Nasdaq computer network

Published on 2011-02-05 00:00:41

AP - The computer network that runs the Nasdaq Stock Market has been penetrated by hackers multiple times during the past year, according to a newspaper report. > read more

Foreclosed Homeowners Go to Court on Their Own

Published on 2011-02-03 16:25:20

With legal aid groups overwhelmed, courts are seeing a sharp rise in defendants representing themselves. > read more

Understanding a Health Savings Account

Published on 2011-02-03 16:24:46

You may have heard a lot of talk about a health savings account as part of the health reform bill that passed in 2010. Talk means nothing unless you come to fully understand what this type of savings account is and how it may benefit you health-wise > read more

Tips for Starting a Home Business

Published on 2011-02-03 16:24:36

One of the great things about our society today is that it is connected by technology, and that makes it easier than ever to start a home business. If you are looking to make extra money , you can start a home business > read more

Fast growth in service sector points to more jobs

Published on 2011-02-03 16:24:21

AP - Activity at manufacturing and service companies has reached a level not seen since before the recession, suggesting a stronger year for hiring. > read more

Budgeting for Home Maintenance and Repair Costs

Published on 2011-02-02 13:22:58

photo: sea turtle One aspect of homeownership that new and soon-to-be homeowners often ignore is the recurring and possibly steep cost of keeping that home in good shape. > read more

Health Savings Account Equals Retirement Account

Published on 2011-02-02 13:22:54

For many, a health savings account is an account associated with their high-deductible health insurance plan. > read more

Stocks mixed day after Dow tops 12,000

Published on 2011-02-02 13:22:39

AP - Stocks were mixed Wednesday, a day after the Dow Jones industrial average closed at its highest level in two and a half years. > read more

Whirlpool 4Q profit rises on lower costs, taxes

Published on 2011-02-02 13:22:15

AP - Whirlpool Corp.'s fourth-quarter earnings rose 80 percent, mostly because its costs fell and it enjoyed a tax benefit, but the world's biggest appliance maker said it is now raising prices to help deal with higher raw material costs. > read more

Winter storms expected to slow economy slightly

Published on 2011-02-02 13:22:04

AP - The winter storms that buried the Midwest this week and are delivering yet another blow to the Northeast will likely slow the U.S. economy only modestly, analysts say. > read more

Hey, Congress: We need more money!

Published on 2011-02-02 13:21:41

Want Congress to freeze government spending? Well, it already has. > read more

Calif. Gov. Proposes Cuts To Close Budget Deficit

Published on 2011-02-01 20:23:28

California is facing a huge budget deficit. In his State of the Sate speech Monday, Gov > read more

The New Health Savings Account

Published on 2011-02-01 20:22:43

The health savings account was all the rage in 2010. An increasing number of Americans turned to the special savings account in conjunction with a high-deductible health insurance plan. In 2010, and even in previous years since the introduction of th > read more

IMF: Global rebound ‘not the recovery we wanted’

Published on 2011-02-01 20:22:33

Growing economic imbalances on a global scale and greater income inequality could fuel the next crisis, the head of the International Monetary Fund warned Tuesday. > read more

Business lobby pushes drilling and green energy

Published on 2011-02-01 20:22:15

The business lobby, derided by environmentalists for opposing last year's climate change bill, put out an energy plan Tuesday that drew praise from fossil energy industries and threw a few bones to the renewable sector. > read more

Cuts Upon Cuts Leave Georgia With ‘Budget Fatigue’

Published on 2011-02-01 03:32:39

In Georgia, more across-the-board state budget cuts are coming. > read more

4 Retirement Pillars Have Serious Cracks

Published on 2011-02-01 03:32:32

As reform efforts gather momentum, roles and flaws in current supports need to be addressed. > read more

Is Your Index Fund Broken? (By the Numbers)

Published on 2011-02-01 03:32:23

There's fresh evidence that popular benchmarks leak returns. > read more

You Are Not The Stocks You Invest In

Published on 2011-02-01 03:32:13

Do you identify with the stocks that you choose to invest in? Doing so can be detrimental to your financial health > read more

4 Ways to Cure Emotional Investing

Published on 2011-02-01 03:32:10

How to keep your cool and stay focused in a turbulent market. > read more

Energy stocks push indexes higher

Published on 2011-02-01 03:32:06

AP - Energy stocks led indexes higher Monday, the first day of trading since the growing unrest in Egypt caused the largest one-day drop in the broad stock market in more than three months. > read more

Jubak: Unrest in Egypt — an investor’s view

Published on 2011-02-01 03:31:58

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Jubak: Unrest in Egypt — an investor’s view http://money.msn.com/investing/unrest-in-egypt-an-investors-view-jubak.aspx > read more

Do You Have To Pay Taxes On Unemployment Income?

Published on 2011-02-01 03:31:50

The U.S. > read more

What to Do if You Can’t Pay Taxes

Published on 2011-02-01 03:31:28

What can you do if you can’t pay the taxes you owe come April 18th? Should you borrow from your 401 (k) or is there an IRS tax payment plan option? This is especially important for many Americans that collected unemployment for the first time in 20 > read more

State of the Economy: Q&A with Austan Goolsbee

Published on 2011-02-01 03:31:18

Two days after President Obama’s State of the Union last week, the White House invited new-media outlets to ask questions of Austan Goolsbee, Chairman of President Obama’s Council of Economic Advisors. For nearly 40 minutes, the admin > read more

Savings Account Change Awareness

Published on 2011-01-30 11:19:15

The savings account is undergoing a facelift in the United Kingdom. > read more

Health Savings Account Saves County $1.1 Million

Published on 2011-01-30 11:19:04

Manitowoc County offers a health savin gs account to employees. According to the Personnel Director of the county, Sharon Cornils, this option has saved the county about $1.1 million in premiums. It makes sense since health insurance premiums have se > read more

GDP report: Consumers boost economy at year-end

Published on 2011-01-30 11:18:51

American consumers gave the economy a boost in the fourth quarter of 2010, as they loosened their purse strings. > read more

When Does It Make Sense to Refinance?

Published on 2011-01-30 11:18:38

Low rates are tempting, but that doesn't mean it's always a good idea. > read more

Snow blows city budgets

Published on 2011-01-29 10:49:12

The steady onslaught of winter storms has wiped out snow removal budgets in cities and states all along the East Coast. > read more

U.S. stocks sink as protests escalate in Egypt

Published on 2011-01-29 10:48:49

Stocks fell broadly Friday as unrest in Egypt worsened. Money went into the dollar, Treasuries, gold and other assets considered safe havens ... > read more

Is Washington Gridlock Good for Investors?

Published on 2011-01-29 10:48:39

As a divided Congress debates deficits, investors' portfolios might be fine. > read more

For Many Companies, Low Taxes Are Key To Profits

Published on 2011-01-29 10:48:18

The tax system is broken, President Obama said during his State of the Union address. Some companies pay no taxes at all, he said, while others pay among the highest tax rates in the world. > read more

World Markets Sink As Protests Escalate In Egypt

Published on 2011-01-29 10:47:56

Escalating protests in Egypt jarred world financial markets. Stocks fell while the dollar, Treasurys and gold rose as investors sought to reduce their exposure to risk. "Gold is up. > read more

Loss Of Solar Jobs Has Mass. Rethinking State Aid

Published on 2011-01-29 10:47:25

A solar panel manufacturer's decision to move its factory to China means the loss of 800 jobs in Massachusetts. The state gave the company many incentives > read more

China’s first property taxes kick in (AFP)

Published on 2011-01-28 05:40:31

AFP - China on Friday launched a long-awaited property tax in two of the country's biggest cities, but the mayor of Chongqing in the southwest warned the measure was not a cure-all for soaring prices. > read more

What Does Dow 12,000 Mean For The Economy?

Published on 2011-01-28 05:38:41

Stocks on Wall Street have been moving steadily upwards lately. The Dow Jones Industrial Average has been trading up above 12,000 — though it closed just below that Thursday. The market hasn't been at this level since before the financial crisis. > read more

Home purchase contracts, mortgage rates rise

Published on 2011-01-27 19:09:06

The number of people who signed contracts to buy homes rose in December, marking the fifth increase in the past six months. > read more

Mass. budget cuts: Biggest in 20 years

Published on 2011-01-27 15:22:22

Massachusetts is bracing for the biggest budget cuts in 20 years...even as its tax revenues are on the rise. > read more

Budget Travel: A Romantic Miami Beach Getaway

Published on 2011-01-27 15:22:21

photo: lonnypaul Most people think Miami Beach is for singles, and while there is much to offer for the footloose and fancy-free single, Miami Beach is also great for romantic couples getaways. As you think about your plans for Valentine’s Day, con > read more

Bucks: A More Private Budgeting Tool

Published on 2011-01-27 15:22:17

A new budgeting site doesn't require the entry of personal banking information. > read more

4 Radical Strategies to Retire Sooner

Published on 2011-01-27 15:22:12

Here are some drastic ways to accelerate your retirement savings. > read more

Stocks inch higher in ‘bull vs. bear battle’

Published on 2011-01-27 15:21:57

U.S. stocks managed to tick higher Thursday afternoon, as investors took in mixed economic reports and the latest batch of corporate earnings > read more

‘Dr. Doom:’ Raise taxes!

Published on 2011-01-27 15:21:51

Rising food and energy prices are major risks to the world economy, celebrity economist Nouriel Roubini told CNNMoney's Poppy Harlow in an exclusive interview Tuesday. > read more

8 reasons to invest in your home

Published on 2011-01-27 15:21:46

Not long ago, you could have your big remodeling project and get your money back too. Owners recouped an average of 87% of home improvement costs at resale in 2005, according to Remodeling magazine > read more

Initial jobless claims climb higher

Published on 2011-01-27 15:21:29

The number of Americans filing for first-time unemployment benefits rose last week, signaling the roller coaster ride for the job market has not yet come to an end. > read more

Job Woes Driving Up Foreclosure Activity

Published on 2011-01-27 15:21:28

The foreclosure crisis is getting worse as high unemployment and lackluster job prospects force homeowners in an increasing number of U.S. metropolitan areas into dire financial straits > read more

To Default or Not to Default on a Mortgage

Published on 2011-01-27 00:36:22

One of the leading proponents of strategic default says there are three situations in which it's actually a good idea to keep paying the mortgage > read more

Bank Helps with a College Savings Account

Published on 2011-01-27 00:36:03

A college savings account is an important financial goal for parents to set and achieve each year. > read more

Using Virtual Bank Accounts To Reach Savings Goals

Published on 2011-01-27 00:36:02

Saving for the future is important. > read more

Snowed In: The Blizzard Economy

Published on 2011-01-27 00:35:32

Yet another official weather emergency is in force in New York City this winter as inch after inch of snow piles up on city streets and parks: the second snowstorm of 2011, and the year’s barely even started. But while kids may rejoice at the > read more

Are you wasting money on car insurance?

Published on 2011-01-26 08:55:49

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Are you wasting money on car insurance? http://money.msn.com/auto-insurance/default-dyn.aspx?cp-documentid=6782677 > read more

What a Tea Party budget looks like

Published on 2011-01-26 08:55:25

The Tea Party campaigned on scaling back the size of government, and now we know how they want to do it. > read more

The Dangers of Debt in Retirement

Published on 2011-01-26 08:55:04

Entering retirement with debt could increase your risk of running out of money. > read more

Stocks set to open higher ahead of Fed

Published on 2011-01-26 08:54:56

U.S. > read more

Stocks: Investors pause ahead of Fed

Published on 2011-01-26 08:54:26

U.S. stocks opened flat Wednesday, as investors parse through the latest corporate results and await the Federal Reserve's latest pronouncement on the nation's economy. > read more

Bucks: When Not to Walk Away From a Mortgage

Published on 2011-01-25 17:42:36

In a new book, a University of Arizona law professor, Brent White, offers guidelines on when it does, and does not, make sense for underwater homeowners to walk away from their homes. > read more

UK economy shrinks and pound plunges (AP)

Published on 2011-01-25 17:41:55

AP - An unexpected downturn in the British economy shocked investors on Tuesday, prompting a sharp drop in the pound and reigniting debate about the government's plans to slash spending and raise taxes to reduce public debt. > read more

Never run out of money: 7 tips

Published on 2011-01-25 17:41:32

Video: Top financial experts explain how changing the way you work and save can help in the long run. > read more

MONEY’s 2011 Investor’s Guide

Published on 2011-01-25 02:45:31

Investing isn't merely a choice between the safe and the volatile. It's about sorting the bets that can pay from the ones that won't. > read more

Why You Should E-File Your Taxes

Published on 2011-01-25 02:45:26

Avoiding the hassle of paper returns will save you more than time and money. > read more

US businesses expect to boost hiring (AFP)

Published on 2011-01-25 02:44:32

AFP - US businesses expect to boost hiring in the coming months as their view of the economy continues improves, according to a quarterly survey published Monday. > read more

GM adding 750 jobs

Published on 2011-01-25 02:44:02

General Motors is adding a third-shift at its Flint, Mich., assembly plant. The shift addition will allow the company to hire back 750 workers to build its heavy-duty pickups, the company announced Monday. > read more

The Beginner’s Guide To Homeowners’ Insurance

Published on 2011-01-24 10:21:38

Discover everything new homeowners need to know before they sign on the dotted line. > read more

5 Misconceptions About Saving for Retirement

Published on 2011-01-24 10:21:27

Avoiding these retirement myths can help you prepare for the future. > read more

What Senior Workers Want as the Economy Improves

Published on 2011-01-24 10:20:46

With economic prospects brightening, the needs of an older workforce will push employers to change. > read more

Bucks: Where Wall Street Bonus Money Is Going

Published on 2011-01-24 10:20:24

Paul Sullivan's Wealth Matters column looks at how Wall Street's highfliers are investing their bonus money. > read more

Tea Partiers Look To Trim Defense Budget

Published on 2011-01-23 18:46:42

Tea party-backed lawmakers are not exempting the military's multibillion-dollar budget even in a time of war. > read more

Don’t Rush to Pay Off Your Mortgage

Published on 2011-01-23 18:46:33

Keeping cash in other investments might pay off. > read more

Should I keep my job for the pension?

Published on 2011-01-23 18:45:00

I'm 26 years old and work for a company that has a pension plan in addition to a 401(k) that matches my contributions. How realistic is it that I'll collect this pension in 30 or more years? And should I factor this pension into my long-term > read more

Rates for 30-year mortgages are on the rise

Published on 2011-01-22 12:38:26

Mortgage rates for 30-year U.S. loans rose for the first time in three weeks, increasing borrowing costs for homebuyers as the housing market shows signs of recovering. The average rate rose to 4.74 percent this week from 4.71 percent last week, Fred > read more

Stocks poised for gains

Published on 2011-01-22 12:38:03

U.S. > read more

Facebook raises $1B more from non US investors

Published on 2011-01-22 12:37:52

AP - Facebook said Friday it has raised $1 billion from non-U.S. investors, which combined with an infusion from Goldman Sachs and Russia's Digital Sky Technologies in December, brings the haul from its latest round of funding to $1.5 billion. > read more

Economix: Debating the Causes of Joblessness

Published on 2011-01-22 12:36:44

A response to a recent post by Brad DeLong, the blogger and University of California economist. > read more

Leeds Launches an Online Savings Account in the UK

Published on 2011-01-21 21:24:26

Residents of the United Kingdom (UK) seeking the highest interest rate on a savings account should look to a new account offering by the Leeds Building Society. Currently, the Leeds Building Society online savings account rate is the highest one avai > read more

GE earnings climb on strengthening global economy

Published on 2011-01-21 21:24:12

BOSTON (Reuters) - General Electric Co posted a better-than-expected profit, helped by strong emerging-market demand for heavy equipment and setting the stage for what could be a wave of strong manufacturing earnings reports. > read more

Fix your finances: The 50/30/20 budget

Published on 2011-01-21 21:23:52

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Fix your finances: The 50/30/20 budget http://money.msn.com/saving-money/50-30-20-budget.aspx > read more

10 Major Mortgage Mistakes to Avoid

Published on 2011-01-21 04:59:52

Many homebuyers fall into the trap of making these costly, and common, errors. > read more

For Sale By Divorce: A Real Estate Niche

Published on 2011-01-21 04:59:47

A separating couple often needs to sell their home to split the money and finalize the divorce. The terrible housing market can make the situation even worse. But there are some real estate agents who specialize in helping such clients move on > read more

How to Travel Affordably in Retirement

Published on 2011-01-21 04:59:29

These strategies will allow you to fit more trips into your retirement budget. > read more

Stocks trim losses, close modestly lower

Published on 2011-01-21 04:59:20

U.S. stocks recovered from early weakness Thursday to close modestly lower as technology shares remained weak and worries about the downside of China's robust economy hung over the market. > read more

Higher Taxes Wouldn’t End Some Deficits

Published on 2011-01-21 04:59:02

The limited impact of an increase in the personal income tax in three troubled states underlines the vast challenge in confronting budget deficits. > read more

Hu visits U.S. heartland to tout business ties

Published on 2011-01-21 04:58:44

CHICAGO (Reuters) - Chinese President Hu Jintao took his political roadshow to the U.S. heartland on Friday, visiting Chicago to highlight business and cultural ties between the world's two largest economies. > read more

How Increasing Exports Would Create Jobs

Published on 2011-01-21 04:58:20

President Obama tours a GE factory in Schenectady, N.Y., Friday, and discusses ways to expand manufacturing and create jobs. Frank Vargo of the National Association of Manufacturers believes increasing exports would boost sales, and in turn, require > read more

The New Realities of Retirement

Published on 2011-01-20 14:49:42

It's time to rethink your image of retirement. > read more

Savings Account Theft in Hunstville

Published on 2011-01-20 14:49:24

You may think that if your savings account is drained by thieves that you can recover all of your money through the bank, but this is not always the case. Case in point is Janelle Valera. > read more

Data Show Parts of U.S. Economy Stirring

Published on 2011-01-20 14:49:03

Reports provided promising numbers on unemployment and home sales, but economic activity in the mid-Atlantic region slipped. > read more

Today’s ‘it’ Jobs: Accounting and IT

Published on 2011-01-20 00:01:05

Anxious parents of teenagers often ask me what the best course of study is for their kids. As a liberal arts graduate (religious studies, for the record), I may not be the best person to consult about which majors will pay off, but I do study job gro > read more

Bank Overcharged Military Families On Mortgages

Published on 2011-01-19 10:57:10

JPMorgan Chase overcharged more than 4,000 active-duty military personnel on their home loans and foreclosed in error on 14 of them. The company said it would be sending out $2 million worth of refunds to 4,000 active-duty customers who were affected > read more

U.S. for sale – Uncle Sam’s real estate play

Published on 2011-01-19 10:56:57

As Washington deficit hawks scour the federal budget for ways to trim the size of government, they are arriving at one idea with increasing frequency: Put government property on the auction block. > read more

Nasdaq falls 1 percent (Reuters)

Published on 2011-01-19 10:56:45

Reuters - The Nasdaq (.IXIC) fell more than 1 percent near midday trading on Wednesday as overall equities indexes extended losses. > read more

Investing 101: Defining Market Capitalization

Published on 2011-01-19 10:56:37

(iStockphoto) Even if you’re an investing newbie, you’ve probably heard the term market capitalization. Commonly known as “market cap,” it is basically the measurement of a corporation in real dollars. > read more

Economy will recover, not your pay

Published on 2011-01-19 10:56:05

Found a new job after being laid off? You may be earning less, but that could be good for the economy > read more

Out-Of-The-Money Put Time Spreads

Published on 2011-01-19 10:55:23

Learn about this low-risk, bearish options strategy used to speculate on major market declines. > read more

Budget Worries Push Governors to Same Mind-Set

Published on 2011-01-18 23:11:44

The dismal fiscal situation in many states is forcing governors, despite their party affiliation, toward a consensus on what medicine is needed going forward. > read more

2 Unconventional Sources of Retirement Income

Published on 2011-01-18 23:11:37

Those who own a home or have a life insurance policy have extra retirement funding options. > read more

Is Now the Time to Buy a Retirement Home?

Published on 2011-01-18 23:11:34

Cheap deals and low rates make it tempting – even for pre-retirees. > read more

Savings Account: Is it all about the Highest Rate?

Published on 2011-01-18 23:11:28

You obviously want to earn the highest interest rate possible when you deposit your money into a savings account. However, is it all about the interest rate or are there other factors you should be considering as well? > read more

Giving the Gift of a Savings Account

Published on 2011-01-18 23:11:20

While teaching your kids about money can be a challenge, starting off the money lesson by introducing a savings account may be the best and simplest way to begin. > read more

Economix: Myths About Green Energy and Jobs

Published on 2011-01-18 23:11:07

The United States can and should be a leader in energy innovation, but the field will never end up employing millions of less-skilled Americans, an economist writes. > read more

A new contender for Buffett’s job

Published on 2011-01-18 23:10:57

Warren Buffett's still-unrevealed succession plan is a subject of obsessive speculation in the financial world, where it receives a level of scrutiny that's typically reserved for Oscar nominees and presidential candidates. The latest shortli > read more

9 Ways iPhone Apps Can Save You Money

Published on 2011-01-18 23:10:53

Some people think iPhones are a waste of money. They believe the phone that was supposed to streamline our lives is nothing more than an excuse to sell useless apps. > read more

Real Estate Brokers: Are Some Too Strong?

Published on 2011-01-18 07:57:40

The housing bust left some with a big market share in their home towns. > read more

3 Stocks Soaring in 2011 (Screens)

Published on 2011-01-18 07:57:27

Hough: Just two weeks into the new year, shares of these companies have notched gains of more than 30%. > read more

Drama of Northeast fishing industry seen in movie

Published on 2011-01-17 17:07:49

[AP] - His knowledge of the fishing life once amounted to little more than what he learned emptying the lobster traps occasionally hauled up on his brother's tiny Boston Whaler. That was before Jay Burke was inspired to try and capture the drama > read more

Get Tax Credit for Your Retirement Savings

Published on 2011-01-17 17:07:28

You might be eligible for a tax credit if you've been putting money away for the future. > read more

Own a business? 6 new tax breaks

Published on 2011-01-17 17:06:45

Doing your taxes stinks, right? No fun at all. > read more

Australia Floods Boost World Commodity Prices

Published on 2011-01-17 01:52:00

Australia's economy has weathered economic crises partly on the strength of its commodity exports, from iron ore to cotton. But the disastrous floods in northeast Australia have hurt production and caused global commodity prices to spike. > read more

Stocks climb to 2-year highs

Published on 2011-01-16 11:13:33

Financial shares sparked a broad rally Wednesday that sent all three major indexes to fresh multi-year highs. > read more

Jobless claims climb by 35,000

Published on 2011-01-16 11:12:51

The number of Americans filing for their first week of unemployment benefits jumped sharply last week, two weeks after hitting a 2-1/2 year low below 400,000. > read more

Year ahead looms as toughest yet for state budgets

Published on 2011-01-15 22:43:32

[AP] - If 2011 is hinting at a national recovery, there is little sign of it in statehouses across the country. States that already have raided their reserve funds, relied on borrowing or accounting gimmicks, and imposed deep cuts on schools, parks a > read more

Canada: Heaven for Investment Swindlers

Published on 2011-01-15 22:43:03

I t would seem that if you were searching for a place to commit financial fraud, with limited probability of being incarcerated, Canada would be your country ! The authors of “ Swindlers: Cons and Cheats and How To Protect Your Investments From T > read more

New Task for Phone: File Taxes

Published on 2011-01-15 22:42:54

Intuit, the maker of TurboTax software, has an application called SnapTax that allows taxpayers to file federal taxes by iPhone or Android using the 1040EZ form. > read more

U.S. prices rise as global inflation heats up

Published on 2011-01-15 22:42:35

American consumers saw prices rise on everything from rent to food to gas last month, as inflation pressures around the world creep higher. > read more

Your money in 2011: What you need to know

Published on 2011-01-15 22:42:01

Tweet From huge investors and venture capitalists, to the poorest coupon-cutter, everyone is curious what 2011 will have in store for the economy. Find out which tax bracket will benefit the most from Obama initiatives, and which kind of credit card > read more

Aging bull: Can stocks go much higher?

Published on 2011-01-15 06:39:17

Stocks are hovering near their highest levels in about two and a half years. But can they climb higher from here? > read more

Stocks poised for lower open

Published on 2011-01-15 06:39:14

U.S. stocks were headed for a lower open as investors mulled over earnings results from JPMorgan and government reports on inflation and retail sales. > read more

Keep Up with Your Savings Account

Published on 2011-01-15 06:39:14

Two financial advisors in Briton speak out to suggest that Britons move money from a savings account into stocks. > read more

Top Two Savings Account Options

Published on 2011-01-15 06:39:07

Looking for a savings a ccount that pays a high rate of interest? Two of the top-paying savings accounts include one from Acacia Federal Savings Bank and Readysave. > read more

I just got a job. Should I be saving or investing?

Published on 2011-01-15 06:38:51

Where should someone just starting out in his career look to invest for his future? -- Douglas S., Jersey Shore, New Jersey > read more

Intel 4Q a window into industry’s inflection point

Published on 2011-01-14 07:34:13

[AP] - Intel Corp.'s 48 percent jump in fourth-quarter net income, driven by strong corporate spending, comes at a turning point in the personal computer industry's 30-plus year history. > read more

UK abolishes forced retirement at 65

Published on 2011-01-14 07:33:45

British employers will no longer be allowed to force people to retire at 65 years old, unless they can justify the dismissal, the government ... > read more

Inflation and retail reports on investors’ agenda

Published on 2011-01-14 07:33:23

AP - For investors, inflation has been a phantom menace. The Labor Department will deliver its monthly report on consumer prices Friday morning. Analysts have argued that efforts by the government to kick start economic growth over recent years would > read more

How to Get a Head Start on Taxes

Published on 2011-01-14 07:33:10

The IRS is still updating its systems, but that doesn't mean you have to wait to start filing. > read more

U.S. Jobless Filings Rise; Trade Deficit Narrows

Published on 2011-01-14 07:32:49

The government also reported that wholesale prices in December logged their biggest rise in nearly a year, lifted by higher energy and food costs. > read more

6 marriage-killing money issues

Published on 2011-01-14 07:32:12

'Til debt do you part? > read more

Dip Your Toes in Foreign Real Estate Investments

Published on 2011-01-13 19:24:33

Property values in some far-flung locales are heating up. > read more

Stocks end lower, Intel posts strong quarter

Published on 2011-01-13 19:24:25

Investors took a step back Thursday, with stocks ending lower ahead of Intel's blockbuster earnings. > read more

Top Savings Account Pays 1.41 Percent

Published on 2011-01-13 19:24:20

The search for the highest paying savings account may end today. One of the top paying savings account providers is SFGI Direct. The SFGI Direct account is available nationwide online and is a division of a West Virginia bank, Summit Community Bank > read more

What to Know About Business Credit Cards

Published on 2011-01-13 19:24:03

Unlike personal ones, business credit cards don't have to adhere to the new regulations. > read more

Economy facing headwinds, but Bernanke hopeful

Published on 2011-01-13 19:23:22

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Jobless claims hit a 10-week high last week while producer prices shot up in December, pointing to headwinds for an economy that Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said was showing fresh vigor. > read more

10 Sneaky New Retirement Costs

Published on 2011-01-13 09:02:50

Retirement often brings new expenses you might not have anticipated. > read more

Where to invest now: 9 smart stocks

Published on 2011-01-13 09:02:39

Throughout the financial panic of 2008 and early 2009, when the market was acting as if Armageddon were at hand, the only question you had to ask was: "Do I think the odds of an economic catastrophe are better or worse than the odds of a rebound?" > read more

The Tale of Two Taxes

Published on 2011-01-13 09:02:26

ETFs can beat mutual funds at tax time. > read more

Best & worst cities for jobs

Published on 2011-01-13 09:01:55

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Best & worst cities for jobs http://www.theworkbuzz.com/employment-trends/best-and-worst-metros-jan-2011/?cobrand=msn&utm_source=MSN&utm_medium=MSNMN&utm_campaign=MSNCareers > read more

Mirhaydari: Last chance to grab the cheap money

Published on 2011-01-13 09:00:51

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Mirhaydari: Last chance to grab the cheap money http://money.msn.com/how-to-invest/last-chance-to-grab-the-cheap-money-mirhaydari.aspx > read more

Federal budget deficit narrows to $80B in December

Published on 2011-01-12 20:50:43

[AP] - The federal budget deficit narrowed slightly in December compared to a year ago, but the deficit for the entire year is still on pace to exceed $1 trillion. > read more

Expect to Pay More for a Mortgage Soon

Published on 2011-01-12 20:50:34

Everyone -- even those with the best credit scores -- will be hit with higher fees. > read more

Where to invest now: 9 hot stocks

Published on 2011-01-12 20:50:00

5 Smart Tax Moves for Your Small Business

Published on 2011-01-12 20:49:32

Before filing your taxes this year, check over your record-keeping system. > read more

Economy grows at moderate pace

Published on 2011-01-12 20:49:02

Economic growth continued to expand moderately over the past few weeks, the Federal Reserve said Wednesday. > read more

Ahead of the Bell: Budget deficit (AP)

Published on 2011-01-12 10:53:47

AP - The federal budget deficit is likely to show an improvement in December compared to a year ago, but private economists are still forecasting that the deficit for the entire year will be well above $1 trillion. > read more

Don’t Let Inflation Beat Your Retirement Goals

Published on 2011-01-12 10:53:38

The challenge is striking a balance between keeping pace with inflation and pursuing your savings goals. > read more

The Outlook for Value Investing

Published on 2011-01-12 10:53:26

Author Janet Lowe says investors shouldn’t turn their back on this classic strategy. > read more

Don’t Look for a Job—Make the Job Come to You

Published on 2011-01-12 10:52:50

If you spend a lot of time on job boards, you might think about readjusting your approach. > read more

Bundle.com: Your 20 best money moves this year

Published on 2011-01-12 10:52:16

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Bundle.com: Your 20 best money moves this year http://money.bundle.com/article/women-red-your-20-best-money-moves-year/1 > read more

States Eye Budgets Amid Lackluster Revenue

Published on 2011-01-12 00:07:07

Legislatures in all 50 states are setting priorities and attempting the difficult job of balancing their budgets amid lackluster revenue and rising costs for education and health care. Newly inaugurated governors are looking for ways to create jobs, > read more

Stronger earnings reports push stocks higher

Published on 2011-01-12 00:06:40

Strong financial reports from Alcoa and Sears helped push stock prices higher Tuesday. > read more

Saving Money at the Store: Spend Less on Produce

Published on 2011-01-12 00:06:28

R ecently, I was dismayed to throw away a package of pre-washed celery sticks. I’m allergic to raw celery, but we had bought it because my husband vaguely intimated that he might want to snack on it. Into the vegetable crisper it went, only to > read more

Business group: Regulation thwarts job growth

Published on 2011-01-12 00:06:07

The head of one of the nation's top business organizations said Tuesday that the U.S. economy is "improving," but "regulatory roadblocks" stand in the way of job creation. > read more

Panel: Gov’t, industry must do more to stop spills

Published on 2011-01-11 12:29:27

[AP] - The oil industry, Congress and the Obama administration need to do more to reduce the chances of another large-scale oil spill, a presidential panel investigating the BP well blowout concluded Tuesday. > read more

Local Budget Woes Far From Over

Published on 2011-01-11 12:29:19

Stimulus money is drying up and real estate values are down, so deep spending cuts are on deck. > read more

The Best-Kept Retirement Secret in the Americas

Published on 2011-01-11 12:29:07

This South American city is affordable and sophisticated. > read more

Perfect Portfolios: Finding the Right Fit

Published on 2011-01-11 12:28:18

The days of sticking with a set portfolio are gone; new portfolios for a new era. > read more

Stocks gain as investors mull earnings

Published on 2011-01-11 12:28:09

U.S. stocks rose Tuesday as investors' attention turned toward corporate earnings. > read more

MySpace slashes nearly half its global staff

Published on 2011-01-11 12:27:31

AP - Struggling entertainment site MySpace said Tuesday that it is cutting nearly half of its staff worldwide, or about 500 people, after an extensive revamp in October overhauled its look and allowed it to be run with fewer people. > read more

Get Fit On a Budget: 6 Cheap Winter Workout Ideas

Published on 2011-01-10 18:52:36

photo: spierzchala Getting fit and improving one’s finances are two of the most common New Year’s resolutions: yet they often seem mutually exclusive. Fitting a personal trainer into a tight budget isn’t easy (though not impossible), and even g > read more

Pricey cupcakes – your chance to invest

Published on 2011-01-10 18:52:20

Investors who want to invest in the national cupcake craze will soon be able to buy into the gourmet bakery Crumbs. > read more

Wikipedia Turns 10, Eyes Developing World

Published on 2011-01-10 18:52:07

With an annual budget of just over $20 million, Wikipedia oversees a nonprofit online encyclopedia that gets about 400 million visitors every month. The organization has just 50 employees but plans to expand and open its first office outside the U.S > read more

Ford Filling 7,000 Jobs In U.S.

Published on 2011-01-10 18:51:49

The automaker will add 4,000 blue-collar jobs this year and another 2,500 in 2012. An additional 750 salaried jobs will be filled this year. > read more

In California, New Governor Faces Budget Woes

Published on 2011-01-10 06:36:58

Gov. Jerry Brown will unveil a new state budget designed to erase a deficit that could be as high as $28 billion dollars. The early buzz is nothing but bad news. > read more

Stocks set to slip on eurozone jitters

Published on 2011-01-10 06:36:42

U.S. stocks were poised for a lower open Monday, taking cues from European markets as investors worry about a possible bailout for Portugal. > read more

Many Pros for Having Health Savings Account

Published on 2011-01-10 06:36:32

The primary benefit of a health savings account is the tax benefit associated with having this type of special savings account. A health savings account is an account that is available for people with high-deductible health insurance plans that are h > read more

Businesses Fill Orders, Not Positions

Published on 2011-01-10 06:36:01

Job growth fell short of expectations in December. > read more

Retiree couple medical tab: $158,000

Published on 2011-01-09 18:10:51

Out-of-pocket expenses for retirees will go down, thanks to health care reform, but a 65-year-old couple will still need a big chunk of savings to ensure the bills are paid. > read more

Jobs Report Is Good News, But Not Good Enough?

Published on 2011-01-09 18:09:46

The Labor Department on Friday said the U.S. economy gained 103,000 jobs in December. And the unemployment rate fell from 9.8 to 9.4 percent > read more

Stocks brace for earnings test

Published on 2011-01-09 08:37:26

Stocks kicked off 2011 with gains last week despite lackluster economic news, but the week ahead could be more challenging as the quarterly earnings season gets underway. > read more

Savings Account for the Underserved in Fresno

Published on 2011-01-09 08:37:11

The unbanked in Fresno, California, which amounts to about 10,000 of its residents, got a lesson in owning a checking and savings account over the past few years. > read more

Women And Finances: Is There A Gender Bias?

Published on 2011-01-09 08:36:37

Uncover some very complex reasons for female gender biases in the finance world. > read more

Retired couple’s medical tab: $158,000

Published on 2011-01-08 19:16:53

%excerpt% Read The Full Article Here: Retired couple’s medical tab: $158,000 http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Insurance/InsureYourHealth/InsureYourHealthDyn.aspx?cp-documentid=27157733 > read more

World’s 5 best 2011 stock markets

Published on 2011-01-08 19:16:13

There's a globe's worth of opportunity to make money this year, and knowing where to invest is key. > read more

Profits are Booming. Why Aren’t Jobs?

Published on 2011-01-08 19:15:59

Jobless recoveries are not new. But this time, it may take six years or more to put employment back on track. > read more

Health Savings Account: Growing, but Slowly

Published on 2011-01-08 10:40:05

According to the survey results from Employee Benefit Research Institute, the health savings account is growing in popularity but at a slow rate. In general, people covered by high-deductible health insurance plans, coupled with health savings accoun > read more

Economic Scene: Budget Hawk Eyes Deficit

Published on 2011-01-07 21:58:20

Gov. Mitch Daniels of Indiana, a potential Republican presidential candidate, discussed what small government might look like. > read more

France Investigates Renault Spying Case

Published on 2011-01-07 21:58:02

The French security services have launched an investigation into allegations of industrial espionage at the giant French car maker Renault The company suspended three managers earlier this week, and today the Paris newspaper Le Figaro said the execut > read more

Jobs to pick up in 2011, analysts predict

Published on 2011-01-07 21:57:19

The job market is expected to show strong gains this year as consumers spend more and businesses cast off their hesitancy to hire. > read more

So Many Travel Awards, but Who’s the Best?

Published on 2011-01-07 08:46:14

All the different awards make it hard for consumers to compare airline services. > read more

3 Stocks That Are Cheaper Than They Look (Screens)

Published on 2011-01-07 08:45:53

Hough: Cash profits for these firms top paper earnings, an excellent sign. > read more

10 savings tips for 2011

Published on 2011-01-07 08:45:38

Yes, it's easier said than done, but it's far from impossible. Here are strategies to help you get started -- or to save even more without too much pain. > read more

G.O.P. Asks Businesses Which Rules to Rewrite

Published on 2011-01-07 08:45:27

In a letter, 150 businesses, trade groups and research organizations were asked to say which federal regulations they would want fixed. > read more

How the Facebook Economy Trumps the Real One

Published on 2011-01-07 08:45:15

There’s a spooky correlation between Facebook’s popularity and high unemployment. > read more

10 money-making ideas for 2011

Published on 2011-01-07 08:44:38

Markets showed impressive gains in 2010, and a repeat could be in store. Likely ways to make money include bets on the Dogs of the Dow and on the third year of the Obama administration. > read more

Gates Proposes Military Budget Cuts

Published on 2011-01-06 18:53:03

Defense Secretary Robert Gates is announcing the latest round of cost-cutting measures for the military, including a plan to do away with a new amphibious vehicle that can ferry troops to shore while under fire > read more

Why Baby Boomers Won’t Reinvent Retirement

Published on 2011-01-06 18:52:55

As they age, boomers adopt traditional retirement plans. > read more

GOP Targets EPA Rules To Address Global Warming

Published on 2011-01-06 18:52:19

Members of the new Republican majority in the House are moving to withhold funding or use other measures to block anti-global warming regulations. The representatives say the Obama administration policies are bad for industries and jobs. In the Senat > read more

Shares Mixed as Investors Wait to See Jobs Report

Published on 2011-01-06 18:51:59

More Americans filed for unemployment last week, while the retail sales results for December failed to match expectations. > read more

Mortgage Interest Rates Dip Again

Published on 2011-01-06 18:20:00

Rates on fixed mortgages fell this week after rising steadily over the last two months. > read more

Stocks set to open higher

Published on 2011-01-06 06:07:08

U.S. stocks were poised for a slightly higher open Thursday, as investors await the government's latest jobless claims data and same-store sales figures from retailers > read more

Small businesses hiring surges

Published on 2011-01-06 06:06:48

Small businesses saw a sharp jump in hiring in December, according to an ADP report released Wednesday. > read more

Mobile Money Revolution Aids Kenya’s Poor, Economy

Published on 2011-01-06 06:06:26

For the past several years, millions of Kenyans have been using their cell phones as mobile bank accounts. They pay bills, buy goods and send money to family members -- all by mobile phone > read more

Services Sector Grew at Fastest Pace in 4 Years

Published on 2011-01-05 17:22:10

The Institute for Supply Management said its index of national services activity rose to 57.1 in December, from 55 in November. > read more

9 Ways to Save More Money for Retirement

Published on 2011-01-05 17:21:33

These painless savings strategies will help you grow your nest egg. > read more

Is my mom’s portfolio too aggressively invested?

Published on 2011-01-05 17:21:16

When my mother and I recently met with her financial adviser, I was taken aback when I saw that her savings of about $300,000 was invested in more than 29 different mutual funds, plus a few other investments. > read more

Americans spend 6.1 billion hours on their taxes

Published on 2011-01-05 17:20:43

Filing taxes takes too long, costs too much money and is far too overwhelming a process for taxpayers. > read more

Private-payroll report lifts hopes for more jobs

Published on 2011-01-05 17:20:13

AP - Companies added nearly 300,000 jobs in December, according to an unofficial count by a private payroll firm -- more than in any month in the past decade. The news raised hopes that the government's official report Friday on last month's > read more

Young Adults Set Big Money Goals for 2011

Published on 2011-01-05 17:20:09

Survey says 20-somethings are optimistic and ambitious when it comes to improving their own finances. > read more

Bank of America in $3 billion mortgage settlement

Published on 2011-01-05 03:37:32

Bank of America has reached a $3 billion agreement with Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae to resolve a faulty mortgage loan dispute involving Countrywide Financial Corp. > read more

Stocks turn mixed as rally pauses

Published on 2011-01-05 03:37:07

A rally that pushed stocks up nearly 7% in December paused Tuesday as traders shrugged off a pickup in factory orders and a sharp rise in monthly ... > read more

More Reasons Your Savings Account Rate Stinks

Published on 2011-01-05 03:36:47

Unfortunately, it is not a secret that the interest rate on your savings account is probably the lowest you have ever seen it. There are many reasons that have contributed to an interest rate environment where it is cheap to borrow money, but it a lo > read more

Planting Trees in Your Portfolio (Sector Watch)

Published on 2011-01-04 14:14:36

Forget the hoopla over metals. Some pros favor another hard asset. > read more

5 Things You Should Do for Your Investments Now

Published on 2011-01-04 14:13:37

How to streamline your personal investments. > read more

How Baby Boomer Retirement Will Change the World

Published on 2011-01-04 14:13:06

Author explains how society will change as the population ages. > read more

How to Rock Your Next Job Interview

Published on 2011-01-04 14:12:52

Take the time to prepare using these tips, and you’ll walk into your next interview ready to put your best foot forward. > read more

Bucks: Resolving to Think Less About Money

Published on 2011-01-04 14:12:00

Financial planner and Bucks contributor Carl Richards plans to think less about money in 2011 and think more about the present than the past or the future when he does think about money. > read more

Public Workers Face Outrage as Budget Crises Grow

Published on 2011-01-04 02:56:37

Across the nation, irritation with public employee unions is palpable as state, city and town budgets suffer. > read more

Why commercial real estate is still a gamble

Published on 2011-01-04 02:56:14

The forecasts are rosy for the CRE market, but systemic headwinds still exist, making this a tough sector to bank on profits. > read more

Stocks start 2011 with a lift

Published on 2011-01-04 02:55:38

Stocks started 2011 with a lift Monday thanks to better news on the economy. > read more

Housing market perks up as economy strengthens

Published on 2011-01-04 02:54:44

The housing market is showing surprising signs of improvement in recent months, as the broader economy strengthens slightly heading into 2011. > read more

11 auto industry predictions for 2011

Published on 2011-01-03 17:43:24

The U.S. > read more

How to Afford to Retire in 2011

Published on 2011-01-03 17:43:11

Your retirement locale can impact your ability to retire. > read more

Investments place value of Facebook at $50 billion

Published on 2011-01-03 17:42:53

AP - An injection of cash that values Facebook at $50 billion will help it delay going public for at least another year, giving the company breathing room to focus on long-term ambition rather than short-term profit. > read more

States make gains in taxes

Published on 2011-01-03 17:42:32

Tax collections are surpassing projections, the clearest sign yet that state and local government finances are on the mend as the economy im ... > read more

Stocks Set To End 2010 On An Upbeat Note

Published on 2011-01-03 05:18:43

Renee Montagne looks back at the performance of the stock market and the economy in 2010 with Wall Street Journal editor David Wessel. > read more

Saving and Spending: 81 End of Year Money Tips

Published on 2011-01-03 05:18:36

As 2010 comes to a close, keep some money in your pocket when bellying up to the bar or the fast food counter > read more

50 Ways to Improve Your Finances in 2011

Published on 2011-01-03 05:18:07

These New Year’s resolutions will help you save, spend less, and earn more. > read more

See what’s ahead for stocks in 2011

Published on 2011-01-02 07:03:10

If history is a guide, this could be a good year for stocks . But the risks are big. The monthly jobs report will be the coming week's most important event. > read more

CVS to buy Medicare business of Universal American

Published on 2011-01-02 07:02:45

CVS Caremark said Friday it will pay $1.25 billion to buy Universal American's Medicare prescription drug services unit. > read more

Jobless Claims Drop Sharply

Published on 2011-01-01 20:16:26

The number of Americans signing up for benefits dropped by 34,000, to a seasonally adjusted 388,000. It's the lowest level since July 2008. > read more

The Closing Bell: Will Optimism For Stocks Return?

Published on 2011-01-01 08:14:31

The stock market is ending 2010 on an up note, and investors are slowly growing more hopeful about the economy. But wild swings in the market over the past few years, coupled with high unemployment in the U.S. and a banking crisis in Europe, have lef > read more

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