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3 Health Insurance Mistakes to Avoid

A cut-rate policy could cost you more in the long run. Your goals: lower premiums, fewer coverage gaps. Kim Lankford shows you how. . . read more »
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Take Control

Hit the reset button on your investments, retirement savings, college planning and spending. We show you how to remap your route to a robust portfol[...] read more »
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How to Protect Yourself Against Credit Card Theft

Safeguard your wallet and your identity with these tips. read more »
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Stocks That Grow in Any Climate

These seven companies flourished in hard times and will thrive as things get better. read more »
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The Kiplinger 25 Recovers

As bad as 2008 was, our favorite funds are having a banner 2009. read more »
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Why I Like to Hire Ugly People

How the unattractive suffer, says columnist Marty Nemko -- but can end up sitting pretty if they celebrate their personal strengths. read more »
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Take Advantage of These Stimulus Breaks Soon

The economic-stimulus plan that President Obama signed into law February 17 includes several tax breaks that will expire in the next few months. read more »
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Fabulous Freebies 2009

Your money's no good here. We share 30 valuable goods and services that don't cost a thing. read more »
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Charitable Giving in Rocky Times

If you're short on cash, give charities stock, household items and your time. read more »
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Best Cards for the Way You Spend

Here are seven of our favorite credit cards, from super low-rate cards to those that apply rewards toward your mortgage and investment accounts. read more »
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The DB(k): Pension of the Future

When hiring picks up again, this blend of defined benefit and 401(k) features will help snag top talent. read more »
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How To Be Your Own Boss

Half of all new businesses fail within five years. Here's how
to be part of the other half. . . read more »
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Five Lessons From Boomerang Parents

What to expect when your adult children move back in. read more »
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Tax-Friendly Places to Retire

The financial climate is more pleasant in some states than in others. read more »
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RETIREE TAX HEAVENS (AND HELLS), 2009-2010

Federal taxes remain the same no matter where you live, but state and local tax burdens can vary greatly, especially if you’re retired. read more »
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