Savings

  1. Deciphering Deferred Annuity Designations

    Tax deferred annuities can be complex arrangements. Discover some of the situations that arise when an owner or annuitant dies and how to reduce tax liability if you're the beneficiary.
  2. 5 Ways To Trick Yourself Into Saving Money

    You've heard it a million times - you should save more money. If you're having a tough time doing it, check out these 5 simple "tricks" to saving more money.
  3. An Overview Of Annuities

    These contracts provide a guaranteed income stream. Learn how they work and their benefits.
  4. How Being Cheap Will Leave You Broke

    Some savings strategies won't gain you money in the long run. Learn the penny-pinching moves that will end up costing you more than you save.
  5. Biggest Shopping Trends For 2011

    2010 saw the start of many new buying trends. Learn which of these trends are expected to gain ground and find out how shoppers are apt to spend their money in 2011.
  6. Why Product Sizes Are Shrinking (And What You Can Do About It)

    More companies are using creative packaging to offset rising production costs. But ultimately consumers end up paying the price. Find out what you can do to avoid paying more for less.
  7. Ways To Save Money At The Pump

    Minor things such as idle time reduction and proper car maintenance can have significant long-term effects on your gas budget.
  8. 4 Alternatives To Traditional Mutual Funds

    A rich offering of attractive alternatives have the open-ended mutual fund facing obsolescence.
  9. How To Save More For Your Retirement

    The Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2001 made it easier to prepare for the future. Will you be ready?
  10. Top 10 Tips For A Financially Safe Retirement

    You've worked hard to secure enough to retire, so make sure you keep it safe.
  11. 5 Mistakes That Will Ruin Your Financial Resolutions

    Don't let these slipups wreck your financial resolutions in 2011.
  12. What Should You Do With Your Christmas Bonus?

    The economy is picking up and companies are paying bonuses again. Should you spend it or save it?
  13. 10 Money-Saving Year-End Tax Tips

    Getting organized well before the deadline will curb your frustration and your tax liability.
  14. 6 Tips For Getting The Most Out Of Gift Cards

    Gift cards are big business, amounting to an estimated $91 billion in annual retail spending. Get the most bang for your gift card buck.
  15. Tips On How To Use IRAs To Boost Retirement Savings

    According to the Trustees of the Social Security Fund, the fund will be depleted by 2037. Are you ready?
  16. Ways To Slash Your Home Energy Bill

    Upgrading household appliances to more energy-efficient models can slash your utilities bill.
  17. 5 Ways To Save On Investments

    Many investors overpay to play the market. Learn ways to make your investment strategies cost less.
  18. 3 Common Excuses For Not Contributing To A Retirement Plan

    If you're not participating in your employer-sponsored retirement plan, there may be some easy solutions.
  19. 401(k) Fees You Need To Know

    Many workers are largely unaware of the various fees that their plans charge them, or what the fees are for.
  20. 6 Tips For Avoiding A Holiday Spending Hangover

    If you've already overspent this holiday season, here are some tips to help bandage the wound.
  21. 7 Millionaire Myths

    Millionaires: tax-evading golfers that inherited their fortunes, right? You'll be surprised to find how average millionaires actually are.
  22. Top 10 Tips For A Financially Safe Retirement

    You've worked hard to secure enough to retire, so make sure you keep it safe.
  23. The Easiest Way To Save: Automatically

    Learn the ins and outs automatic savings accounts, what you need to know and whether they're right for you.
  24. Why Your Will Should Name Designated Beneficiaries

    Find out how to make the tough decisions when it comes to choosing who will receive your assets and how they will be paid out.
  25. 5 Traps That Make It Hard To Save On Black Friday

    For consumers, shopping on this day can be a black hole for their finances
  26. Ways To Get The Best Deals In Your Inbox

    Find out how to filter through the email clutter and find some good deals.
  27. 4 Coupon Sites Worth Checking Out

    These online coupon sites offer different features and benefits, but they'll all help you save money.
  28. What Is An Annuity?

    These contracts provide a guaranteed income stream. Learn how annuities work and their benefits.
  29. Be A Holiday Saver, Not A Scrooge

    Learn to balance the fine line between responsible holiday spending and inconsiderate saving with these holiday budgeting tips.
  30. Retirement: Which Generations Are The Best Savers?

    Most of us know we're not saving enough for retirement, but what generation is ahead in the race?
  31. Social Networking Your Way To More Money

    You might see social network sites as nothing more than a way to catch up with friends, but some people have found ways to profit from social networking.
  32. Banking Has Changed: What Does It Mean For Consumers?

    Banks have long been leading spenders on technological innovations. Learn the key changes in the banking industry and what institution is right for you.
  33. Are Your Bank Deposits Insured?

    Learn how the FDIC is helping to keep your money in your pockets.
  34. 4 Game-Changing Financial Technologies

    Technology has brought innovation and convenience to personal finances. Find out some of the largest financial innovations of the past few decades and how they've made your life better.
  35. 4 Ways Social Media Makes You Spend More

    These free sites may be costing you a lot of money.
  36. Top 6 Unusual Money-Saving Tips

    Sometimes coupon clipping and bargain hunting aren't enough to make your income cover your expenses. It may be time to try these frugal finance tips.
  37. Don't Forget The Kids: Save For Their Education And Retirement

    Retirement and education financing are the two most important planning items for taxpayers.
  38. Stop Procrastinating! Enroll In A College Savings Plan

    The cost of sending your kids to college could be a serious financial burden - unless you get prepared. Now.
  39. 6 Simple Ways To Save This Halloween

    Getting you and your family prepared for Halloween can be a terrifying expense. Learn six tricks to ensure your Halloween is a treat.
  40. Getting the Whole Story on Variable Annuities

    Variable annuities are another way to save money tax-deferred - but don't jump in blindly!
  41. Top 5 Money-Saving Tips For Your Car

    Don't take your car's reliability for granted. It's more likely to be there for you when you need it if you follow these inexpensive precautions.
  42. The Million-Dollar Gap In The U.S. Housing Market

    We look at the cheapest and most expensive home prices in the U.S., and find more than a million-dollar difference.
  43. 7 Austerity Measures For Your Personal Budget

    Many European countries are implementing tough austerity measures to curb their spending. Find out how you can do the same to your household budget.
  44. 6 Habits That Will Make You Broke

    Does your money run out before the end of the month? Here are six bad habits that will make you broke, and how to break them.
  45. 5 Tips To Save Your Green While Staying Green

    It is possible to save money while being eco-friendly. In fact, it's pretty easy.
  46. Your Worst Financial Mistakes And Why You Made Them

    No one intends to make a financial mistake, but an unexpected disaster or poor planning could leave you in financial distress.
  47. Banking Without The Banks: Will You Save?

    Nonbank credit cards and debit cards have plenty of advantages for consumers. Here's what you need to know.
  48. Can't Pay For Your Textbooks? Rent Them

    Renting textbooks is growing in popularity. Find out where to take advantage of this huge savings opportunity for college students.
  49. Top 6 Ways To Cut Your Tuition Bill

    With these tips, you can minimize your tuition bill and maximize the results of your hard work.
  50. Stay Motivated To Get Out Of Debt

    Keep yourself focused and you'll be out of the hole in no time.
Save Money
  1. Restaurant Segments Going Under

    Diners are as American as apple pie, yet their popularity is waning with today's consumers.
  2. Barclays To Cut 3,700 Jobs

    Find out why Barclays is cutting about 3% of its workforce and what this means for the company.
  3. Are Headhunters Worth It?

    Some recruiters and recruiting firms use more methods to source suitable candidates than others do.
  4. Is Relying On Home Equity For Retirement A Good Idea?

    Of Americans aged 50 to 70, 47% have reported that they are relying on home equity to fund their retirements.
  5. Should Married Taxpayers File Together?

    The earned income credit is one tax incentive married couples filing a joint tax return can take advantage of. Is it a good idea?
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