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10 fastest growing U.S. cities

Despite the housing bust and the recession, these 10 U.S. cities still managed to record population gains of 30% or more in the decade ending in 2010, according to the Census Bureau. The national average was less than 10% during that time. More

Beware the taxman: 11 audit red flags

Worried about getting audited? Don't be a prime target. Here's what the IRS looks for and tips to help you avoid getting singled out. More

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  • Beware the tax bite of oil and gold ETFs

    Beware the tax bite of oil and gold ETFs

    Money is pouring into commodity-based exchange-traded funds like oil and gold. Here's how to avoid hidden tax pitfalls.

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  • Teaching kids about work and money

    A survey called Chores & Allowance and the 21st Century Kid found that the vast majority of parents assign chores to their children. Only about half, though, give their kids an allowance. Those who aren't paying allowances might want to consider doing so, though.

  • The new American household: 3 generations, 1 roof

    The new American household: 3 generations, 1 roof

    Multi-generation households are on the rise, as a growing number of people are living with parents to ease some of the financial pain in tough times.

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  • A risky bet: Dodge & Cox seeks to regain its glory

    A risky bet: Dodge & Cox seeks to regain its glory

    Despite several years of performance setbacks, Dodge & Cox's fund managers aren't afraid of risk.

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  • Class of 2012: More jobs, bigger paychecks

    Class of 2012: More jobs, bigger paychecks

    Employers are looking to hire more college graduates this year and they are offering higher starting salaries, according to new surveys from the National Association of Colleges and Employers.

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  • Inverse funds: Risky bet isn't for long-term investors

    Inverse funds: Risky bet isn't for long-term investors

    An inverse fund, one that moves in the opposite direction of the market, is not designed for long-term 401(k) retirement investing.

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  • Your tax bill: 107 days of work to pay off

    Your tax bill: 107 days of work to pay off

    Tax Freedom Day arrives on April 17 this year. Americans will work 107 days to pay federal, state and local taxes in 2012, the Tax Foundation said Wednesday.

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  • Make Europe's pain your gain

    Make Europe's pain your gain

    Don't let a good crisis go to waste. Start sifting through Europe's discount bin for investment deals now.

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  • Carlyle's David Rubenstein: U.S. tax system a 'disgrace'

    Carlyle's David Rubenstein: U.S. tax system a 'disgrace'

    Want the rich to pay more in taxes? Change the laws, says billionaire David Rubenstein, cofounder of private equity firm Carlyle Group.

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  • Money 101

    Are you saving enough for retirement? Do you have the right mix in your portfolio? Make sure you're on the right track with Money 101 -- 23 lessons in all.

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Tax facts: Half really don't pay up?

Much of the debate in this election is about taxes -- how much we pay, who pays it, if the burden is shared fairly. These numbers can help you separate truth from spin.

How we cut college costs

Pay for college and get a trip to Hawaii? Six college students and their families share strategies for cutting the cost of higher education.

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