Investing

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  Use Web to find stock certificate value

  Internet research can help reveal the value of a 19th-century stock certificate.

  1 min read Feb 12, 2010
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  4 exotic investments for diversification

  Adding these assets to your portfolio can diversify your exposure beyond U.S. stocks and bonds.

  4 min read Dec 09, 2009
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  The best way to invest a windfall

  If you’re lucky enough to have a lump sum to invest, how can you achieve the highest return?

  3 min read Nov 23, 2009
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  Get rich without marrying a millionaire

  Forget instant wealth via a rich spouse or lottery ticket. Take charge of your financial destiny.

  4 min read Nov 17, 2009
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  Turn your tax refund into a savings bond?

  Next year, buying inflation protection in the form of a bond will be as easy as checking a box.

  3 min read Oct 14, 2009
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  10-year Treasury buyer beware

  Yields on Treasuries may look good now, but weigh the risks before you make the investment.

  3 min read Jul 31, 2009
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  Simple guide to mutual funds

  Investing isn’t as complicated as you think, says Gail MarksJarvis, author of "Saving for Retirement"

  14 min read Jun 22, 2009
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  Finding a financial planner

  Finding the right financial planner for you takes a little detective work and interviews with several advisers.

  6 min read Jun 22, 2009
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  What to do when companies cut dividends  

  When a company cuts its dividend, you need to find out why before yelling, "Sell!"

  5 min read May 01, 2009
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  Savings bond taxes due at maturity

  If you have maturing U.S. bonds, forget about a rollover. Instead, it’s time to pay the piper.

  1 min read Apr 23, 2009
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  I-bond rate to hit rock bottom. Buy now?

  The earnings rate for the government’s inflation-fighting I bond is expected to be zero May 1.

  3 min read Apr 21, 2009
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  Seeking a safe haven for investments

  Do products that claim to protect principal and guarantee minimum returns deliver?

  5 min read Apr 07, 2009
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  Parents legally can cash child’s bond

  Parents of a minor have the legal ability to cash their son’s or daughter’s Series EE savings bond.

  1 min read Mar 23, 2009
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  Rough times for money market funds

  Yields are dropping, and that’s causing firms to waive some fees and close to new investors.

  3 min read Feb 03, 2009
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  How do I: Open an IRA?

  Saving in an individual retirement account is a great way to reduce taxes while building a nest egg.

  1 min read Jan 23, 2009
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  Long-term investing strategies

  Professional money managers try to beat the market. Their strategies require toil, vigilance and may not work…

  10 min read Nov 28, 2008
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   America’s savings are improving

  Our national poll reveals both good and bad news. See how your savings compare.

  Jul 23, 2007