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Avoid the sneaky debt spiral
Sam's credit card debt is out of control and he's asked Chuck to help him get a handle on his spending. Play
How to play a market rebound
Money magazine's investment expert offers smart advice on how to manage your assets during a market rebound. Play
20 years old, $30K in debt, no degree
Stephanie Peter dropped out of school because of financial stress. Now she's stuck with loads of debt and no degree. Play
Home prices: What recovery?
Home values haven't rebounded from the recession, leading some economists to fear a continued economic downturn. Play
Should you invest in muni bonds?
Turmoil and losses in the municipal bond market has some investors wondering if they should consider dumping their holdings. Play
Have you been hacked?
Sam offers Chuck advice on how to handle cyber scams and avoid identity theft. Play
How to save enough for retirement
Avoid coming up short with your savings and increase your chances of having a secure retirement. Play
Disabled find employment at bakery
Parents of a special needs child help their daughter and other disabled adults get a job baking cookies in Largo, Fla. Play
Budget crisis: police and fire cuts
The budget crisis in Orange, N.J., has forced the state to lay off fire and police and sparked conversations of statewide bankruptcy. Play
Who's managing your family finances?
The spouse who is better at crunching numbers and analyzing financial alternatives should take the lead in making money decisions. Play
Retirement: What's the right age?
Be sure to do a thorough financial analysis and lifestyle planning before you decide at what age you will retire. Play
Taking out a reverse mortgage
A reverse mortgage could convert the equity of your home into cash, but don't sign up unless you fully understand the costs. Play
Target-date funds: Right for you?
Target-date mutual funds may be convenient but beware there is no uniformity in how these funds allocate assets. Play
Don't invest like Tiger Woods putts
The authors of Scorecasting say that investors make the same mistakes in their portfolios that golfers make on the green. Play
How many mutual funds to own
When investing for retirement, college or financial security, follow these tips to ensure a balanced portfolio. Play
401(k)s for dummies
Samuel Costly and Chuck Weary are complete opposites and it shows when they discuss how they'll invest in their 401(k)s. Play
Where to invest your retirement
An EBRI study shows younger investors invest mostly in stocks, while older investors prefer a 50/50 mix of stocks and bonds. Play
Free online tax help
It's time to start preparing to file your taxes and from online forms and government programs, to H&R Block services for basic claims, there's some free help out there. Play
Meet the first baby boomer
Kathleen Casy-Kirschling, born 12:00 am Jan. 1, 1946, says her generation will accept only small tweaks to programs like Social Security and Medicare. Play
A drive through 'foreclosure row'
A local realtor gives a tour of the Southern California planned community whose streets are marked by foreclosures and short sales. Play
Trapped in suburbia by a 30-year fixed
Property values have tumbled in Ladera Ranch, Calif., leaving families like this one unable to sell and move into a bigger home. Play
Protect yourself from cyber scams
Sam offers Chuck advice on how to handle cyber scams and avoid identity theft. Play
Short-selling the American Dream
A family in Ladera Ranch, Calif., were forced to short-sell their dream home after failing to qualify for a mortgage modification. Play
Suburbia's foreclosure crisis
The collective community of Ladera Ranch, Calif., is reeling from a wave of defaults. Play
401(k) fee disclosure is on the way
The Department of Labor recently issued a rule that will require 401(k) plan managers to explain in detail the fees you're charged. Play
3 achievable financial resolutions
Set a savings goal, give your retirement portfolio a check-up and balance your spending and saving. Play
Boomers gear up to retire later
With poor stock performance, plunging house values, and soaring health care costs, many baby boomers plan to work longer. Play
Economy in 2011: Another roller coaster?
Strong corporate balance sheets may not lead to happier times for job seekers. Play
How to protect your savings
Making subtle changes to your retirement investments can prepare you for the worst and amp up your nest egg. Play
What to do with unwanted gift cards
Sell, trade or donate those holiday gift cards you?ll never spend. Play
How to invest in 2011
Money Magazine's experts recommend a diversified portfolio in volatile markets. Play
Housing prices likely to fall in 2011
Money Magazine's experts say home prices will probably continue to drop in 2011, but expect some pockets of improvement. Play
Perfect gifts for your holiday host
An insider's guide to Saks Fifth Avenue's top picks of what to bring the host or hostess of a holiday celebration. Play
Hot holiday gifts for drivers
CNNMoney's Peter Valdes-Dapena suggests car-themed gift ideas, from $12 tire pressure gauges to $80,000 Audis. Play
Give in style: Accessories for her
An insider's guide to Saks Fifth Avenue's top picks this season. Play
Luxury toys for the holidays
Parents looking for high-end toys will find plenty at FAO Schwartz's flagship store in New York. Play
Does a 'depression generation' loom?
Studies show some investors are wary of investing in the stock market and are avoiding it, like people did during the Great Depression. Play
This year's holiday gift bargains
Style expert Jene Luciani shows us where to get the best deals on gifts this holiday season. Play
The best ways to invest
Discover the smartest way to invest your money by asking yourself three questions. Play
Trick yourself into saving more
Learn four sneaky ways to fool yourself into stashing more cash for those big purchases. Play
Fabulous gifts for foodies
Eatocracy's Kat Kinsman shows her favorite gifts for the food lovers in your life. Play
IRAs and gold
Before stocking up on nontraditional investments like gold, be aware that they tend to peak after they've had a huge run-up in price. Play
Buying a $250K house for $40K
As banks foreclose on homes nationwide, investors look to pick up cheap houses at auction. Play
Jobs in 2011: 'Mass layoffs are over'
Although major jubs cuts appear to have ended, Money writer Amanda Gengler says job creation will only grow modestly into the New Year. Play
Get a retirement life
You've saved up, you're ready to retire but are you ready for the non-work life? Here are some tips to keep you social and active. Play
Plotting your Black Friday strategy
Take advantage of deals and get your hands on hot products by creating a shopping plan and hitting stores early. Play
Extreme frequent fliers
There's a whole community of people who fly just to rack up miles and get elite status. Play
Prevent surprises when you retire
Many people underestimate how long they will live and how much money they will spend after leaving their job for retirement. Play
Retirement: Factor in inflation
Many people forget to consider how much inflation can affect their long-term purchasing power, especially when planning for retirement. Play
Jay-Z: Beyond the blueprint
The music producer and businessman says Warren Buffett reinforced his belief that you need to follow your instincts in business. Play

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