What The Experts Are Saying
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Jane Bryant Quinn says: Q&A: What will your kid’s college really cost? Just know that all financial aid isn't created equal. » More from Jane
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Mechel Glass says: Q&A: How can I stay motivated to spend less and save more? Try using fun competition to meet your financial goals. » More from Mechel
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Brent Lince says: Q&A: What is holistic financial planning? Independent financial decisions do not exist. » More from The Garrett Network
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May 17, 2013
In the financial world, arbitrage is a trading strategy that earns profit by exploiting price differences between markets.
By that definition, Dan Prescher is a sophisticated arbitrageur. The 58-year-old makes a decent living as a special...
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May 17, 2013
The House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee on Friday will hold the first of three hearings on the Internal Revenue Service "Tea Party" targeting scandal.
Tax experts hope the hearings go beyond finger-pointing and get to the...
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May 17, 2013
Socially responsible investing has long been associated with avoiding companies in "vice businesses" like alcohol, tobacco and weapons.
Yet managers at socially conscious funds say screening companies based on how they treat workers is just...
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May 17, 2013
Healthcare costs put a big squeeze on retiree pocketbooks, but the grip may be relaxing a bit.
A 65-year-old couple retiring this year will need $220,000 to pay for healthcare for the rest of their lives, an amount that is eight percent...
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May 17, 2013
Cooler than usual weather and belt-tightening by shoppers still struggling with higher payroll taxes and stubborn unemployment dampened sales last quarter at chains from Macy's Inc to Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
Wal-Mart reported a 1.4 percent...
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May 16, 2013
I shared last month about how I became a pro at flexing my credit card muscle while in college. Some go to college to learn...
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May 16, 2013
NEW YORK (BankingMyWay) — A house is a home. No, it’s an investment. OK, then, it’s both.
And that’s problem — a muddled view that can be used to rationalize an unsuitable property....
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May 16, 2013
NEW YORK (MainStreet) — A person can't just sit down in front of a computer and expect to innovate.
Innovation comes about in many ways and in response to many things — real-world...
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May 16, 2013
Assuming your goal is to reduce your interest expense, you’ll know it’s time to refinance if the cost to refinance can be recouped by your reduced mortgage payment before you plan to sell.
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May 16, 2013
This is a tricky question because state laws differ so much. Compounding the problem is that most states don’t even pay much attention to who inherits guns unless the heir gets into trouble. Then — if possession turns out to be illegal — he or...
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