Investing

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  How to find a fee-only financial planner

  Your mom was wise to seek help with her finances; you’d be wise to do the same.

  2 min read May 29, 2014
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  How to invest $250K

  You’ve had some tough financial breaks in recent years. Now you have $250,000 to invest.

  2 min read Mar 07, 2014
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  Ride dividend stocks for a regular return

  Dividend stocks may not be for high rollers, but for steady returns, try these sectors.

  3 min read Mar 04, 2014
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  The lowdown on buying municipal bonds

  If you are ready to invest in a municipal bond, here’s what you need to know first.

  2 min read Mar 03, 2014
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  Making IRA contributions after retirement

  Want to fund an IRA in retirement? Depends on whether you’re using pre- or after-tax dollars.

  1 min read Feb 05, 2014
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  Transferring your assets to a new IRA

  Want to move an individual retirement account? Learn about a direct transfer of holdings.

  2 min read Jan 15, 2014
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  Rebalancing pros and cons

  How to decide whether to rebalance your investment portfolio at year end.

  2 min read Dec 02, 2013
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  5 things to know before investing in business startups

  Pretending you’re on "Shark Tank" by investing in a new biz is great, but know the risks.

  5 min read Oct 11, 2013
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  Roth IRA withdrawal rules to buy first home

  People often confuse the withdrawal rules of traditional IRAs with those of Roth IRAs.

  3 min read Sep 26, 2013
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  Bitcoin: Virtual money or risky investment?

  In daily transactions, bitcoins aren’t yet as useful as real currency. So how can you use them?

  5 min read Sep 25, 2013
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  Lost stock shares should be easy to find

  If you are looking to connect with some missing shares of stock, here’s where to start.

  2 min read Jun 28, 2013
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  Invest in Series I or EE bonds?

  Inflation is a factor in whether Series EE or Series I bonds are the better investment.

  3 min read May 03, 2013
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  Hold or fold older US savings bonds?

  Maturity has its benefits, especially when looking into whether to cash in old savings bonds.

  2 min read Mar 19, 2013
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  Claim losses on investment property venture

  Attorney fees paid while defending your right to an investment asset can be added to its basis.

  2 min read Jan 15, 2013
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  How much do financial advisers charge?

  Need investment help? There’s a lot of expert advice out there. Here’s what it’ll cost.

  2 min read Nov 30, 2012
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  IRA early withdrawal to replace old car?

  You desperately need to buy your next car. Are you desperate enough to accept IRA penalties?

  2 min read Oct 17, 2012
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  IRA early withdrawal when you’re unemployed?

  Penalty-free early withdrawals from an IRA are possible and might be an answer to money woes.

  3 min read Sep 26, 2012
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  Use inheritance to invest, or pay off house?

  When someone leaves you lots of money, you can be left with big decisions about your mortgage.

  3 min read Aug 21, 2012
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  Expand horizons with international investing

  It doesn’t pay to be a xenophobe. Consider foreign stocks and funds for your portfolio.

  4 min read May 14, 2012
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  Should you invest in commodities?

  Experts are divided about the return potential of commodities, but all agree they are risky.

  3 min read Feb 23, 2012