Table of Contents:VOL. 36, NO. 5 - May 2007 Features
 By George Mannes, Money Magazine senior writer The good news: Rocky real estate markets mean home shoppers finally have the upper hand. (more)
From Money Magazine: It's gut-check time in Miami and Las Vegas. Plus: See the few bright spots, the most expensive areas - and the most vulnerable. (more)
By Jason Zweig, Money Magazine senior writer/columnist Robert Shiller, the man who predicted the techstock crash, has a bad feeling about real estate. Uh-oh. Interview by Jason Zweig (more)Sure, it's a soft market. But these smart strategies could ensure yours will be one of the 6.4 million homes expected to sell this year - and at the best possible price. By Kate Ashford and Donna Rosato (more)
Both have had their day, but which contender is the superior long-term bet today? Money Magazine's Marlys Harris investigates. (more)
A remodeling trend may look good on paper, but it may not make your home more livable - or more valuable. These five alternatives will. (more)
Wondering how home prices got so high - and why they now have to fall? Here's the story of what hit you: an amorality play in four acts. (more) Start
 By Jean Chatzky, Money Magazine editor-at-large Pursue the new you without bankrupting the old you. (more)
Mom's money? Or my wife's loyalty? (more)
By Penelope Wang, Money Magazine senior writer Your 2006 tax return is telling you something. Are you listening? (more)
Untangling insurance red tape. (more)
Interview by Josh Hyatt, Money Magazine senior writer Plan
 By Dan Kadlec, Money Magazine contributing columnist You want sensible wheels; your spouse covets a luxury ride. You both can get what you want. (more)
You've got a good job, a fine family and big dreams. Isn't it time you had some money in the bank, too? (more)
Saving a tenth of your annual income is fine - if you can predict the future. The rest of us need a little more. (more) Invest
 Money Makeover: Tracy Combs's finances are in pretty good shape. Now if she could just relax and enjoy it. (more)
By Jason Zweig, Money Magazine senior writer/columnist Stop worrying and stay invested. Research shows that fear of a loss feels worse than the actual loss itself. (more)These funds are smart and wonderfully easy to use. But once again, the fund industry can't leave well enough alone. (more)
Beverage stocks are good choices in a shaky market. Coca-Cola's strategy could make the stock really pop. (more)
By George Mannes, Money Magazine senior writer Questions on municipal bonds and mutual fund picking. (more) Spend
 By Donna Rosato, Money Magazine staff writer Save up to 50 percent on your next idyllic trip to the shore (more)
Save on your beach vacation by choosing a nearby alternative to a popular destination. (more)
Money Magazine's tester packed these bags to the max - then dropped, dragged and stomped on them. (more) |
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Donna Rosato provides solutions for your financial nightmares. (more)
Insurance companies will convert a lump sum into a lifetime of guaranteed monthly payments. See how much you can get. (more)
Forecasts for the 100 biggest markets and strategies for buyers and sellers. Plus: Homes from the housing bust. (more)
Are you making the right moves for retirement? Money senior editor Walter Updegrave tackles your toughest planning questions - twice each week. (more)
The new politics of personal finance. A blog by Money senior editor Pat Regnier. (more)
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