Analysis and advice of personal finance as it relates to various life stages.

Life & Money
Tip 1
From rebalancing to retiring, spending to saving, IRAs to CDs, Dr. Don offers these great money tips.
fame and fortune
A congressman and former presidential candidate, Ron Paul champions the abolition of the Fed.
Starting out
Prepaid cards could be a way to teach teens how to use credit wisely.
Career
Got a job a few hundred miles away? The IRS helps you move, allowing deductions for some expenses.
Couples & Marriage
You may want to help with your fiance's debt, but follow these tips to protect your credit.
Parenthood
Whether a settlement is taxed or not depends on the nature of the claim, not the lawsuit.
Homeownership
Regional home auctions are different from auctions at the courthouse. Here are tips for each.
Baby Boomer
Some life insurance policies can do more than just pay out when you die.
Retired
These pros and cons will determine what's best for each 40- and 50-something saving for retirement.
Opening an overseas account isn't for everyone. Here are some of the reasons to consider it.
Think we've experienced a crisis? Expect things to get worse, says author Stephen Leeb, Ph.D.
savings
Six out of 10 Americans say it's not likely they'll get rich, but one-third expect to be affluent.
credit cards
If you're a victim of ID theft, follow this program to reclaim your identity and restore your good name.
career
Pursuing your passion and taking risks are prerequisites if you're seeking an offbeat career.
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30 yr fixed
5.03%
5.06%
15 yr fixed
4.41%
4.49%
5/1 ARM
4.04%
4.10%
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30K HELOC
5.27%
5.26%
30K Home Equity Loan
8.23%
8.24%
50K HELOC
4.99%
4.98%
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48 Mo Used Car
6.97%
6.89%
48 Mo New Car
6.51%
6.56%
36 Mo Used Car
7.27%
6.99%
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Product Yield +/- Last week
6 Mo CD
1.05%
1.07%
1 Yr CD
1.49%
1.53%
5 Yr CD
2.92%
2.96%
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Low Interest Cards 9.81%
Balance Transfer Cards 14.91%
All Variable 13.63%
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credit cards
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credit cards
Prepaid cards could be a way to teach teens how to use credit wisely.