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Low Savings Rates Need To Be Addressed with Financial Rehab

In this spirit of embracing a clean break from destructive habits, maybe you should consider rehab to address a problem that's even more pervasive i[...] read more »
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Americans Being More Responsible about Debts and Saving

Three years since the Great Recession started, consumer debt, which peaked at $12.5 trillion in 2008, dropped to $11.4 trillion in the fourth quarter[...] read more »
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How to Avoid Common Money Mistakes

Here are some tips to avoid costly money mistakes when you’re in your 20s, 30s, and 40s. I’ll also share a secret method you can use to learn about m[...] read more »
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What is the role of gold?

Gold has slipped a bit lately after a spectacular run over the past ten years, so that leads to a natural question: is this slip a warning sign, or a[...] read more »
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A Valentine's Day tip: Don't plan a royal wedding

Don't overspend on the engagement ring. Think "tasteful" rather than a mafia-bride rock that can be seen from across the room. read more »
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The Importance of Salary Negotiation

My advice boiled down to one sentence: No matter how much money an employer offers you, it’s never Enough. Ask for more. read more »
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5 personal finance lessons from the Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones are one of the world’s most famous and longest-lived rock bands. They’ve sold over 200 million albums, grossed over $2 billion sin[...] read more »
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Advertisers are finding a way into your online banking statements

U.S. banks, looking for ways to replace revenue lost from recent restrictions on debit card swipe fees and checking account overdraft protection char[...] read more »
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How to Take Control of Your Finances in 2011

The new year is upon us! I’ve talked to a lot of folks lately who have resolved to make this the year they get out of debt. Or start an emergency fun[...] read more »
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Employment report brings little joy for savings, money market accounts

If interest rates on savings accounts, money market accounts, and CDs are waiting for the economy to gain momentum before they start rising, don’t ex[...] read more »
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Financial heaven in 2011? These 12 monthly resolutions may help you get there

Between high unemployment and foreclosure rates, the past few years have felt like financial hell for many Americans. Whether your financial difficul[...] read more »
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Finding Financial Benchmarks and Milestones

Often, there’s no real way to know if you’re doing things “right”. How much should you be saving for retirement? How much should you have in your sav[...] read more »
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Women and Money: Slaying Stereotypes and Facing Reality

Do women need specialized personal-finance resources specific to our gender? That’s what some financial advice books seem to imply. read more »
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Will profit motive spur deposit rates?

The Wall Street Journal recently reported that December has been the busiest month for bank mergers and acquisitions in more than two years. read more »
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Reviewing 2010: Two essential accomplishments for a year of minimal interest rates

The end of the year is always a good time to look back and appreciate what you've accomplished, and remind yourself about what still needs to be don[...] read more »
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