Efforts to regulate 'Wild West' markets are long overdue

Moves by the Fed and the Treasury to prop up mortgage giants are a welcome sign.

Financial Q&A: Does your brokerage account have enough insurance?

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His life and stocks align

Robert Loest applies his daily values to his socially responsible investment fund's portfolio.

'Apple-Mart' consumers send a mixed message

Despite slumping economy, some rush to buy expensive iPhone contracts. Others limit spending with bulk food purchases.

Consumers hunt for price relief at the pump

Certain payment methods can save you pennies per gallon, but that can add up.

Why most boomers can expect to inherit little

An expected $41 trillion wealth transfer will be eaten by high healthcare costs, increased longevity, and diminishing market returns.

Companies embrace praise

Employee recognition – especially in a down economy – can be an effective and inexpensive morale-booster.

Should ethical investors dip into water stocks?

Despite environmental and ownership concerns, opportunities exist in the production and delivery of fresh water, say two financial experts.

'Birth dearth' worries pale in comparison to overpopulation

Water and food shortages present larger challenges than economic woes linked to a declining population, says author.

Financial Q&A: Jumping from one annuity to another can prove costly

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Some tips for those feeling the inflation pinch

With inflation topping 4 percent, Treasury Inflation Protected Securities have added luster.

Financial Q&A: Picking firms for recession investing

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Mutual funds: Investors battle the bear

A stock-market sag spilled into the second quarter, leaving little to be gained.

Financial Q&A: If a brokerage firm goes broke, will your investments remain safe?

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These banks step in to avert foreclosure

A handful of community-development institutions offer modified interest rates to at-risk borrowers.

Take a vacation. Really.

Some companies set policies to encourage reluctant workers to take time off.

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