How a Single Parent on One Income Can Start Investing With Under $500
$500 invested today could grow past $50,000 in 20 years. Here's how single parents can build wealth despite a tight budget and solo paycheck.
CFPB to Take On Oversight of Money Transfers
Now, with the help of the CFPB, there are ways to put the pressure on the sleazy money transfer dealers.
Fidelity Survey Shows Americans Are More Frugal
Fidelity recently conducted a “Five Years Later” survey of how confident people are in their savings and strategies.
Are You Misusing Your Savings Account?
Savings accounts are often used as emergency money, only touched in the event of an emergency. But some people are not using these accounts properly.
New SEC Rule Allows Information to be Distributed Through Social Media
The latest report from the SEC is saying that social media (such as Facebook and Twitter) can also be used as information sharing mediums.
Gas Prices Retract from Five-Year High
After reaching a five-month high in February, gas prices have plummeted in the last month. According to analysts we may have seen peak gas prices for 2013.
The Average Worker is Worried About His Retirement Savings
A new study by Employee Benefit Research Institute shows that many people are not very confident when it comes to the size of their retirement savings.
Savings and Loans: Avoid Letting Loan Repayment Affect Your Savings
Some people earn enough for savings and loans. But what if your situation is different and it’s either one or the other?
Buying US Savings Bonds Directly From the Government
US savings bonds are certificates that earn interest for up to 30 years. Bonds are extremely useful if you are looking for a way to diversify your savings
Federal Tax Tips for Those Planning to Retire
One of the last things most people think about when preparing for retirement is the federal tax bite that will come out of their retirement income.
New Year’s Resolution Check In – Rebalance Your Portfolio
Since it is still relatively early in the year, why not make it a late New Year’s resolution and rebalance your portfolio as soon as you can?
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Facebook’s Business Strategy – Good Enough to Invest?
Facebook's stock has recovered to its IPO price, but is it a good time to invest or is Facebook's stock currently overvalued?
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Invest in China? Think Twice…
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American Automakers to Bring Jobs Back to the US?
With the Detroit automakers back on their feet, will there be a return of auto manufacturing jobs to the US economy?
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