Investing

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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
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  When should you sell your silver coins?

  Sell your silver coins at the right price. To figure out what price that is, follow this method.

  2 min read Nov 17, 2011
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  Tap 401(k) or Roth IRA first in retirement?

  It’s not too late to undo your Roth conversion, but the deadline is looming.

  2 min read Oct 13, 2011
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  Is diversification dead?

  Experts still believe in this investing strategy, but tactics differ.

  3 min read Apr 26, 2011
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  The pros and cons of bond ETFs

  In this time of low yields, are bond ETFs a good place to park your cash?

  3 min read Jan 18, 2011
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  Keep or sell inherited gold coins?

  If you choose to save gold for retirement, be sure you’re properly diversified.

  2 min read Dec 03, 2010
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  Rule allows penalty-free IRA withdrawal

  It’s possible to make a penalty-free, short-term IRA withdrawal — but follow the rules carefully.

  2 min read Nov 12, 2010
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  Is Investing in Bonds a Safe Haven for Investors?

  Bonds may seem safe, but they’re not foolproof. Their performance can be erratic under certain conditions.

  4 min read Oct 26, 2010
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  9 key estate-planning tools

  Not sure what you need to get started with an estate plan? Here are nine essentials.

  5 min read Oct 04, 2010
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  Zero-coupon CDs: What are they?

  Most people have probably heard of a zero-coupon bond, or a bond that pays interest at maturity rather than accruing annually. But CDs also come in zero-coupon form. Coupon refers to the interest rate [...]

  1 min read Jul 21, 2010
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  Should you convert rollover IRA to Roth?

  With all of the talk about IRA conversions, where does a rollover IRA fit into the picture?

  2 min read May 28, 2010
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  Roth IRA conversion strategies to consider

  These tactics help you hedge against the risk of owing taxes on converted assets that fall in value.

  4 min read Mar 09, 2010