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401(k) match coming back?
A survey of the firms who suspended the 401(k) match last year shows 80% will restore contributions in 2010. Play
Affordable luxury watches
Second-hand vintage time pieces are significantly less expensive than new ones and retain their value over time. Play
Diving for a cause
Jim Elliott gave up his marketing job to teach veterans and the disabled scuba diving and help them find renewed enjoyment in life. Play
Select a knife that's a cut above
Kitchen knives are an essential tool but what should you look for when you buy one? The Frugal Connoisseur has the answer. Play
Check up on a charity before giving
CharityNavigator.org offers tools to ensure your money is supporting a worthy cause. Play
Your biggest financial worry in 2010
Regular folks share their biggest financial fears, as well as their hopes, for 2010. Play
Gold sellers party like it's 1849
People host cash-for-gold parties to sell their scrap jewelry for quick cash. Play
$450,000 for your daily cup of joe
Saving money rather than spending it on a latte every day in your 20s turns into big bucks by your retirement. Play
Keep working, even when you retire
People who take on meaningful projects and stay connected to work friends live longer and are happier in retirement. Play
Get grandma to pay for college
Many grandparents fund 529 accounts to help save for college tuition. Play
Giving is down but charities hang on
Non-profits suffer as donations slide due to tough economic conditions. Play
Getting on track to retire on time
Are you saving enough to retire on time? Expert offers some helpful benchmarks. Play
Need money? Don't raid your 401(k)
Taking an early distribution from a 401(k) will trigger taxes and well as penalty payments. Play
Why is the dollar weak?
David Marotta says it's possible that government spending may not improve the economy and inflation could tick up. Play
Managing money: When to get help
Many financial advisors led their clients astray during the downturn; you might be better off doing it yourself. Play
Keep cash for a rainy day
Expert recommends keeping three months worth of expenses in checking and another three months in cash-like investments. Play
Not saving enough to retire
Expert says most people don't save enough to comfortably retire, and many don't save at all. Play
Nearing 40? Invest like you're 20
As you reach middle age, you should remain aggressive in your retirement portfolio to ensure that you make enough to retire comfortably. Play
Smart to stay out of stocks?
No one knows when a downturn will come; our expert discusses whether it is safer to avoid stocks entirely in your 401(k). Play
Target date funds 101
What you need to know to invest in a target-date retirement fund. Play
Help kids, one crayon at a time
Donorschoose.org helps public school teachers fund classroom projects through direct donor grants. Play
Should I invest in annuities?
Guaranteed lifetime annual returns make annuities attractive, but there's a downside you should be aware of. Play
Growing your 401k
Most people get higher returns investing in balanced funds rather than choosing their own asset allocation experts say. Play
Help!  My 401(k) was interrupted
An expert talks about strategies to continue contributing to your retirement plan even if you lost your job. Play
Solve my 401(k) woes
How to recoup 401(k) losses and retire at the right time. Play
Why work beyond 62?
There are many benefits to work a few extra years beyond retirement age, says expert. Play
Great photos for not much green
You don't have to spend a lot to get a great digital camera; the Frugal Connoisseur shows you what to look for. Play
When to refinance your home
Low interest rates make now a good time for borrowers to try lowering their monthly mortgage payments. Play
Why bailout troubled homeowners?
The logic behind the government's rescue of mortgage borrowers in default. Play
Index funds: A safe bet?
Investing in multiple index funds can give you a diversified portfolio while lowering costs. Play
'Beautiful' homes for under $20K
Great deals for real estate investors are available in Detroit, if you know where to look. Play
How to spend $10,000
People in New York explain what they would do with all that cash. Play
Invest in munis, avoid taxes
Municipal bonds from state and local governments are exempt from federal income tax. Play
Bespoke without going broke
Custom-made shirts don't have to be expensive; the Frugal Connoisseur shows you what to look for and how to save. Play
Drinking frugally
Good wine doesn't have to be expensive; the Frugal Connoisseur shows you how to get a good deal. Play
Getting the lowest down payment
It's possible for a down payment to be as low as 5%, but beware of hidden costs. Play
America's best job
Systems engineers manage large projects and are in big demand, according to Money's 2009 list. Some, like Anne O'Neil, make the trains run. Play
Deals abound, but so does blight
Real estate professionals discuss the future of Detroit and what it means for the housing market. Play
When will Detroit recover?
Job creation is key to Detroit's comeback, but growth may still be slow say experts. Play
Managing your 401(k) loan
A loan from your 401(k) may prevent your retirement plan from growing and increase your tax liability. Play
Verifying your background check
Has a potential employer ever run a background check on you? Make sure the information in the report is accurate. Play
Police check your background
Law enforcement use similar techniques to employers to check backgrounds even before any crime is committed. Play
Your parents' estate
Some tips on how to avoid the awkwardness of discussing wills with your parents. Play
When to repay a debt
Loans are not as straightforward as they seem; here're some strategies for retiring one early. Play
The recovery checklist
Increased consumer spending is usually the first sign of recovery, but there are tricky caveats to watch out for. Play
Beyond banking for grads
Business majors should consider a wide range of industries when hunting for their first job. Play
Tee up your retirement
Pinehurst, N.C., one of Money's Best Places to Retire, offers world-class golf courses and a small town feel. Play
Timing your home buy
Home prices are likely to continue to fall; here're some strategies for making a purchase decision. Play
Is love recession-proof?
George Mannes asks if the struggling economy is putting a strain on marriages. Play
Take your golf cart to work
Peachtree City, Ga., No. 8 on Money's Best Places to Live, has 90+ miles of golf cart paths and a family-friendly vibe. Play
Profitable do-good biz
B Corporations, a new type of corporate structure, use the power of business to solve social and environmental problems as well as make money. Play
Affordable luxury watches
Second-hand vintage time pieces are significantly less expensive than new ones and retain their value over time. Play
Breaking the piggy bank (again)
American's are spending more of their savings in 2010 but readers of 'The Buzz' are not concerned. Play

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