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Making money in a downturn
The winner of the latest round of MSN Money's Strategy Lab posted a double-digit gain in a brutal market. Andrew Horowitz reveals his secrets that will pay off for both new and experienced investors.
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Could your 401k company go broke?
Fund giants have been hammered by the financial crisis. They're cutting back and laying off workers.

When you should ditch your 401k
One-fifth of employers have reduced or eliminated matching contributions in recent months. Usually, that's enough reason to quit your plan.

3 safe ways to start investing now
Asset prices have fallen so far that you should be able to make big money over the next 5 years with relative ease.

6 hot stocks in a cold market
Stocks on a roll tend to keep on going. Here are two screens designed to find sizzling prospects.