http://moneycentral.msn.comInvesting & Personal Finance Articles by MSN ExpertsCopyright 2009 Microsoften-ushttp://sc.msn.com/global/c/lgpos/MSFT_pos.gifhttp://moneycentral.msn.comCommentaryFor this Independence Day, here are words of financial wisdom -- to and from some of the Americans portrayed on US currency.Fri, 03 Jul 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/SavingandDebt/SaveMoney/the-founding-fathers-money-tips.aspxSavingandDebt/SaveMoney/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/SavingandDebt/SaveMoney/the-founding-fathers-money-tips.aspxKiplinger's Personal Finance MagazineA new program links payments on federal student loans to income and forgives balances after 25 years. Those working in public service could have loans forgiven after 10 years.Thu, 02 Jul 2009 21:43:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/CollegeAndFamily/CutCollegeCosts/repaying-student-loans-gets-easier.aspxCollegeAndFamily/CutCollegeCosts/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/CollegeAndFamily/CutCollegeCosts/repaying-student-loans-gets-easier.aspxThe Big MoneyThanks in part to banks' big investments in security technology, you're probably not dialing for disaster with mobile banking. But there are still ways to get stung.Thu, 02 Jul 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Banking/FinancialPrivacy/is-it-safe-to-bank-by-cell-phone.aspxBanking/FinancialPrivacy/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Banking/FinancialPrivacy/is-it-safe-to-bank-by-cell-phone.aspxBankrate.comStockScouter, MSN Money's stock-picking tool, identifies companies with momentum and capable of helping investors outperform the market.Thu, 02 Jul 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/Extra/StockScouterTop50.aspxInvesting/Extra/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/Extra/StockScouterTop50.aspxMSN Money staffIt sounds easier to find a rich man than to find your own way financially. But I've got a 2-step plan that will make you both richer and happier.Thu, 02 Jul 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/CollegeAndFamily/LoveAndMoney/do-smart-women-marry-money.aspxCollegeAndFamily/LoveAndMoney/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/CollegeAndFamily/LoveAndMoney/do-smart-women-marry-money.aspxLiz Pulliam WestonAs the traditional summer driving season peaks, a drivers'-rights group ranks the states on driver friendliness. New Jersey? Fuhgeddaboudit.Thu, 02 Jul 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Insurance/InsureYourCar/Worst-states-for-drivers.aspxInsurance/InsureYourCar/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Insurance/InsureYourCar/Worst-states-for-drivers.aspxCatherine HolahanCaught between rising default rates and new legislation that will cap interest rates, banks are protecting profits by charging even their better customers more.Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:15:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Banking/CreditCardSmarts/credit-card-fees-going-up-again.aspxBanking/CreditCardSmarts/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Banking/CreditCardSmarts/credit-card-fees-going-up-again.aspxCatherine Holahan and Kim PetersonIf prices begin to rise, inflation-protected investing strategies could help take the ache out of a bruised portfolio. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/learn-how-to-invest/dont-get-clobbered-by-inflation.aspxlearn-how-to-invest/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/learn-how-to-invest/dont-get-clobbered-by-inflation.aspxCatherine HolahanWomen who earn more than their husbands are hardly rare, but that doesn't mean it's a comfortable role for them (or their spouses). Here are 3 tips to make it easier.Wed, 01 Jul 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/CollegeAndFamily/LoveAndMoney/survival-guide-for-breadwinner-wives.aspxCollegeAndFamily/LoveAndMoney/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/CollegeAndFamily/LoveAndMoney/survival-guide-for-breadwinner-wives.aspxMP DunleaveyMany stocks have already gone on sale, but how do you know what's a bargain and what's a sinking ship? Start by asking 6 questions.Wed, 01 Jul 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/CompanyFocus/10-top-stocks-to-buy-on-the-pullback.aspxInvesting/CompanyFocus/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/CompanyFocus/10-top-stocks-to-buy-on-the-pullback.aspxMichael BrushA Texas carpet shop changes its controversial name, but the haggling goes on and on. Now the store is advertising 'total liquidations.'Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:00:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/Extra/No-business-like-out-of-business.aspxInvesting/Extra/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/Extra/No-business-like-out-of-business.aspxThe Wall Street JournalThe bottom is in, so you should stick with stocks -- even if they pull back -- and lighten up on bonds. That's what I'm doing in my ETF portfolio.Tue, 30 Jun 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/MutualFunds/think-recovery-in-years-second-half.aspxInvesting/MutualFunds/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/MutualFunds/think-recovery-in-years-second-half.aspxTim MiddletonLenders might be monitoring your behavior via your credit card spending -- and certain purchases could cost you.Tue, 30 Jun 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Banking/FinancialPrivacy/can-your-lifestyle-hurt-your-credit.aspxBanking/FinancialPrivacy/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Banking/FinancialPrivacy/can-your-lifestyle-hurt-your-credit.aspxCreditCards.comAs the market rally slows, take a look at stocks that will keep paying even when their prices aren't rising. Here's a screen to help you find them.Tue, 30 Jun 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/SimpleStrategies/8-dividend-stocks-for-a-dull-market.aspxInvesting/SimpleStrategies/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/SimpleStrategies/8-dividend-stocks-for-a-dull-market.aspxHarry DomashAs Mrs. Madoff relinquishes cash, furs and jewelry, a court-appointed trustee pursues more than $10 billion from investors who withdrew sums from Madoff accounts.       Mon, 29 Jun 2009 18:45:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/Extra/search-goes-on-for-madoffs-money.aspxInvesting/Extra/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/Extra/search-goes-on-for-madoffs-money.aspxThe Wall Street JournalThe real-estate balloon has deflated, but there's still plenty of hot air surrounding home prices. Let us now appraise industry lobbying efforts to lift valuations. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/ContrarianChronicles/realty-fervor-takes-aim-at-reality.aspxInvesting/ContrarianChronicles/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/ContrarianChronicles/realty-fervor-takes-aim-at-reality.aspxBill FleckensteinLong term, the greenback is headed down. Insulate your wealth against its decline with the right mutual funds.Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/Extra/funds-to-profit-from-falling-dollar.aspxInvesting/Extra/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/Extra/funds-to-profit-from-falling-dollar.aspxKiplinger's Personal Finance MagazineHere are 22 steps to protect yourself from identity theft -- and 8 ways to clean up things if you become a victim.Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Banking/FinancialPrivacy/Your5MinuteGuideToProtectingYourIdentity.aspxBanking/FinancialPrivacy/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Banking/FinancialPrivacy/Your5MinuteGuideToProtectingYourIdentity.aspxMSN Money staffCongratulations. You just talked a lender into reducing or canceling a troublesome debt. The bad news? Now you may have a tax problem.Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Taxes/CutYourTaxes/EscapeADebtFaceTheIRS.aspxTaxes/CutYourTaxes/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Taxes/CutYourTaxes/EscapeADebtFaceTheIRS.aspxJeff SchnepperThe tax code actually can help you increase your investment profit. Here are some tips for maximizing gains, including advice on how to time purchases and sales.Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Taxes/CutYourTaxes/7WaysToSaveYourProfitsFromTheTaxMan.aspxTaxes/CutYourTaxes/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Taxes/CutYourTaxes/7WaysToSaveYourProfitsFromTheTaxMan.aspxJeff SchnepperIf your move is job-related -- and you meet a couple of requirements -- you're eligible to write off a large portion of your moving expenses. Here's a rundown.Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Taxes/PreparationTips/OnTheMoveWatchForDeductions.aspxTaxes/PreparationTips/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Taxes/PreparationTips/OnTheMoveWatchForDeductions.aspxJeff SchnepperCredit scores are important, but having great scores doesn't mean you're doing everything right. If you fall for any of these 3 myths you could still get hurt.Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:01:00 GMThttp://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Banking/YourCreditRating/great-with-credit-lousy-with-money.aspxBanking/YourCreditRating/http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Banking/YourCreditRating/great-with-credit-lousy-with-money.aspxLiz Pulliam Weston