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These new investment vehicles could be for you if you are feeling burned by the recession.

You know you're paying a big chunk of your income to taxes. But where is it going?

Brazil, Russia, India and China are becoming more popular for investing, but there is still plenty of risk among BRIC countries.

Feds should focus on their own role in the financial crisis.

If you want to find out which analysts are worth following, you shouldn't take their word for it.

Learn how to spot hot properties that you can turn around for a profit.

Faced with too many choices? Find out how to cut the confusion and create a palatable portfolio.

Do-it-yourself trading can be very rewarding - both psychologically and for your wallet.

Fraud gives inflated view of many assets performances.

Banks, corporations, traders and speculators all use the IMM to borrow, lend, trade, profit, finance, speculate and hedge risks.

We look at the aid that's been promised to Haiti and see which nations are most generous on a per-capita basis.

There are many avenues from which to drum up funding. Find out the pros and cons of each.

An investor's fixed-income portfolio can easily beat the average bond fund. Learn how and why!

Being a landlord can be taxing, especially when you want to sell. Find out how to reduce your burden.

The economy has stabilized, but what's ahead for us in the new year?

Use this modification of an iron condor to reduce risk and increase your chance at profiting on the trade.

At first glance, this product looks like the answer to investors' prayers. In reality, it's just too good to be true.

After the beating the market took in 2008 and the recovery in 2009, now is the time to do a portfolio check-up.

The Schaff Trend Cycle Indicator is forward-looking and generates signals much faster than old indicators like the MACD.

Whether you've been out or in the market lately, the health of your 401(k) is vital.

Futures trading is risky business, so it's crucial that traders' positions match the level of risk they are willing to bear.

The real estate market is still struggling, but that doesn't leave everyone out in the cold.

If you were hard-hit by the real estate crash, you may be wondering when things will get better for you. We show you how to keep tabs.

Make your money work for you without putting it into ventures that don't support your values.

See why investors today still follow this old set of principles that reduce risk and increase returns through diversification.

This investment is very popular, but that doesn't mean it comes without risk.

While the forex market is slowly becoming more regulated, there are many unscrupulous brokers who should not be in business.

Whether your goal is to lose weight, quit smoking or just take overall better care of yourself you may have a surprising ally: your health insurance company.

The Oracle of Omaha has a net worth in the billions, but his lifestyle is not as rich as you may think.

Mixing index and actively managed funds should be called "Core and Pay More."

These credits claim to allow buyers to reduce their carbon footprints. Find out how.

Other endeavors may be experiencing a credit crunch, but investing in energy conservation, sustainable energy and resource maximization is on the rise.

Stocks sometimes thwart the efficient market theory by showing some very unusual patterns.

Check out the particulars of an SWP to see if it's the right choice for your retirement.

When interest rates fall, real estate prices tend to increase. Why? Find out here.

Equity Index CDs are perfect for investors who don't mind hanging in for the long term.

At the heart of every financial scandal is a loss of trust. Find out which major scandals deflated the public's trust in 2009.

We go over several telling factors that can help you answer this question and avoid losses.

Often, the simple solution is the best one. Find out how easy it can be to trade with the trend.

Simple techniques can limit losses - but at a cost.

These offer higher returns than regular certificates of deposit, but there's a catch.

Find out how to forecast long-term returns on the three major asset classes.

Simplicity can be a trader's best friend. Here is a simple day trading strategy which takes advantage of a stock's dynamics.

Level up your winnings by investing in this fast-paced, highly skilled industry.

We take a look at these investment vehicles that usually make news for blowing up rather than performance.

Some countries have begun charging a flat tax rate instead of the gradual tax system of the Western world.

Import price surge suggests investors brace for inflation.

Using all-in-one funds as one of many can lead to a skewed asset allocation.

Avoid these errors made daily in bond portfolios everywhere.

In order to make the USD/JPY relationship more understandable, we must look at the yen in terms of treasury bonds.

Given the information they had at the time, these were the worst financial decisions of the year.

Inflation is often a consequence of economic recovery. Here's how you can protect your financial portfolio.

After World War II, Germany was in ruins. Learn about the country's quick rise to the third strongest economy in the world.

Considering joining an "investment club" that promises phenomenal returns on your sign-up fee? Read this article and think again!

Just because the portfolio isn't plummeting to the bottom anymore doesn't mean money managers are doing a good job. You need to review many other factors to try to protect your hard-earned money.

Getting richer is easier if you take it one step at a time.

Active managers now spin their products as index funds and ETFs.

Even in a recession, investment banks are seeking new talent. Learn what will set you apart from the crowd!

These Wall Streeters and a Canadian firm are definitely on the naughty list this year.

By understanding the factors that influence interest rates, you can learn to anticipate their movement and profit from it.

Minimizing risk while maximizing return is any investor's prime goal. The right mix of securities is the key to achieving it.

When major corporate transactions have a big impact on the currency markets, you can benefit.

Playing a market bubble could pay off, but it carries a lot of risk. Avoiding it could be the way to stay profitable.

Joining an investment club isn't a get-rich-quick scheme, but it can help you learn the ropes or sharpen your investing skills.

The stimulus packages through the recession varied from country to country. Only time will tell who weathered the storm best.

Surprisingly, not all of these books are about the recession. But they are all worth the read.

Did the credit crisis leave a new landscape for investors? Maybe, but it's not as unfamiliar as you may have imagined.

Though an older indicator, Kairi can still be a valuable tool for experienced investors.

From caves to condos, we look at how homo sapiens hunted for a home.

Most moms and dads make this tough decision based on emotion, but there are quite a few financial consequences to each choice, too.

Even if you missed out on gold, there are other shiny ways to play precious metals.

Find out how to evaluate a firm's loan portfolio to determine its financial health.

Use stop-loss and take-profit points to your advantage with these strategies.

Find out how you could be subject to larger losses than you think.

DATs can dramatically speed up order execution - find out how this system gives novice traders an edge.

The subprime meltdown gave rise to a mouthful of financial acronyms. Learn how to sort through this alphabet soup.

If you could've seen the future, these would have been your sure-fire investment picks.

We look at whether this financial practice benefits a government in the long term.

Takeover attempts were popular in late 2008 to 2009, but some deals just didn't make it.

Leveraged ETFs have been mass marketed, but there are far safer ways to invest.

The structure of major companies in Japan is steeped in tradition and relationships.

Hedging iron condors with put calendars can help control losses, and can even make an investor more profitable.

Stop hoping for the indexes to go up and start investing in the reverse.

Stuck for a gift idea? These gifts give to more than your recipient.

This program allows FHA borrowers to reduce monthly mortgage payments through negotiation with lenders.

Gold is a very useful investment during periods of instability and high inflation.

Sovereign borrowers, including the U.S., face reckoning.

When the dust from a recession settles, there are often many opportunities for portfolio growth - both locally and internationally.

The U.S. dollar falling affects everyone. Make sure your portfolio is protected against it.

Fixed annuities are a safe bet for any investor - even in today's volatile market.

The repair of the financial system will not come quickly, but these New Year's resolutions are a great place to start.

Not everyone needs a professional. Find out how to make the call.

Here are six things that will lead to everyone getting their wish this year, and for many years to come.

The media demonizes naked short selling, but in most cases it occurs in a collapse, rather than causing it.

There are a lot of risks associated with running a business, but there are an equal number of ways to prepare for and manage them.

Learn how to analyze earnings sustainability - an important part of making sound investments.

The Federal Reserve needs its power in order to make the tough decisions that politicians can't.