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CD rates from risky banks

Wed, 12/22/2010 - 19:00
Investors can find higher CD rates at banks with low Safe & Sound Ratings, but should they invest?

Uncle Sam can help pay some adoption costs

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 19:00
Uncle Sam gives you a tax break to help defray some of the costs of your new family member.

A short sale after bankruptcy is iffy move

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 19:00
You can do a short sale and file for bankruptcy, but the strategy is a minefield fraught with risks.

Are dental insurance premiums deductible?

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 19:00
There are two ways taxpayers can deduct dental insurance and long-term care premiums.

Bankruptcy haunts mortgage refinance

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 19:00
Good credit scores aren't helping a couple overcome an old bankruptcy.

Fixed income alternatives for retirees

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 19:00
In this barren environment, retirees much search far and wide to find investments with decent yield.

Active money management or buy and hold?

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 19:00
Money managers disagree about which strategy works best, and both sides have data to back them up.

3 ways to build a secure retirement plan

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 19:00
You can completely ignore your 401(k), or you can devote a few hours a year to keeping it on track.

2010 Retirement Guide

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 19:00
Secure your future, whether you're just starting your career or you're on the cusp of retirement.

Roth IRA, 401(k): What's the difference?

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 19:00
Though they share the same name, the Roth 401(k) is a different animal from the Roth IRA.

Target-date fund pros and cons

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 19:00
They can be a solution to the asset allocation quandary, but you need to check them out thoroughly.

How to bequeath your retirement savings

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 19:00
Careful planning can save your heirs a bundle on taxes or stop them from squandering your savings.

Boomer dilemma: traditional or Roth IRA

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 19:00
These pros and cons will determine what's best for each 40- and 50-something saving for retirement.

4 steps to undo a Roth IRA conversion

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 19:00
Follow these four helpful hints to correctly recharacterize your Roth to a traditional IRA.

7 steps to a 2010 Roth IRA conversion

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 19:00
Uncle Sam is offering IRA-conversion perks this year. Here's how you can capitalize on them.

3 ways to pay for a Roth IRA conversion

Mon, 03/08/2010 - 19:00
Taxpayers can get a break in 2010, but they still have to find funds to pay for an IRA conversion.

Some Social Security taxable

Sun, 03/07/2010 - 19:00
Don't let your retirement be spoiled by taxes. Know the rules on what benefits are taxable.

529 plans beat Coverdell accounts for K-12

Sun, 03/07/2010 - 19:00
Coverdell accounts can't be used for K-12 costs after 2010, making 529 plans your best bet.

Paid charge-offs better for your credit

Sun, 03/07/2010 - 19:00
It might not help your credit score, but paid charge-offs look better to lenders and employers.

Credit score undercuts home mortgage plan

Sun, 03/07/2010 - 19:00
A man needs to boost his credit score if he wants to help his wife get a great home mortgage loan.

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