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October, 5 2011
'Ultimate Cheapskate' Jeff Yeager suggests ways to spend less, including a week-long "fiscal fast."
September, 8 2011
It's never too late to start saving for unforeseen expenses.
August, 16 2011
Not just for higher education, these accounts can also be used for estate planning.
August, 12 2011
These strategies will help you minimize the taxes and fees you pay on 401(k) withdrawals.
July, 11 2011
From buying a second home to taking out life insurance on your parents, these alternative strategies offer some new financial options.
June, 13 2011
Leave it, roll it or withdraw it?
June, 2 2011
Columnist sorts through Social Security's finances as people of all ages fret about the program's future.
May, 23 2011
Where the Obamas Invested in 2010.
March, 9 2011
How to safely navigate the penalties and strict rules governing early withdrawal of retirement funds (if you must)
October, 28 2010
Making a move from mutual funds to lower-cost exchange-traded funds.
September, 29 2010
Survey: Job insecurity and sparse saving have boomers more nervous than ever about their nest eggs.
September, 10 2010
Many families are turning to retirement accounts to pay bills and college tuition.
August, 26 2010
Columnist answers questions from his reader mailbag.
August, 17 2010
The A to Zs on the little retirement account with the big (tax-free) bonus.
October, 26 2011