Personal Finance

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In 2012, Financial Resolutions May Beat Out Health and Fitness

A fifth of workers surveyed said not saving enough was their top financial blunder in 2011

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How to Set 2012 Money Goals That Work

Most people fail to achieve New Year’s resolutions, but these strategies can help overcome those odds.

50 Ways to Improve Your Finances in 2012

A guide to mastering your money in the new year.

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Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Savvy Shoppers

It’s not too late to score great deals on presents, especially if they’re digital.

Is the Weak Housing Market Altering Our Idea of Home?

Budget-minded remodeling and smart design are gaining popularity in this slow economy

Saving Money With Alternative Heating? 5 Safety Tips

Many money-saving options create a risk of fire if they’re not carefully installed and maintained.

6 Steps to Dig Out of Debt

How you can get out of the red permanently.

Tips for Shopping With Your Smartphone

It’s a good time to master the basics of mobile money.

Earn an Extra $500 for the Holidays

These easy techniques for bringing in more cash can help offset the costs of gifts and travel.

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Planning for retirement

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10 Trends from 2011 We Don't Want to See in 2012

As the year ends, here are 10 things that happened during 2011 that we’d be happy not to see again.

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How to Improve Your Credit Score in 2012

Liz Weston explains how to boost that increasingly important three-digit number.

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5 Financial Resolutions for 2012

A return to the basics

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6 Basics for a Solid Retirement Plan

Despite uncertainty and fragile conditions, successful retirements remain possible using these tools.

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