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Best way to invest $1,000 right now
Thinking of buying all your favorite stocks with just a grand? Forget it. For your own safety, you'll need a different approach. Fortunately, there's free help.
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5 ways to get in on the rebound
As stocks soared over the past 7 months, many individuals retreated from the market. Returning investors should position their portfolios for 2010.
10 investing basics from Buffett
The Oracle of Omaha became one of the world's richest people by adhering to simple but critical tenets. Here are his rules for smart living and savvy investing.
Financial advice . . . from Uncle Sam?
The SEC has launched a Web site to provide financial information, with an emphasis on heading off fraud. So far, it's getting mixed reviews from the pros.
The lazy person's guide to investing
These 5 steps will help formulate a low-maintenance plan for meeting your financial goals -- and you'll barely have to move from your beach chair.