Best New Money Moves

How to protect your money in a divorce

If your marriage fails, you can still divide your assets equitably without nasty fights or high lawyer bills. Play

Fighting back in a tough economy

The financial crisis and the sluggish recovery have landed some blows to your personal finances. But you're still standing -- and it's time to fight back.  More

9 smart moves in a tough economy

You don't have to be an economist to see it's been hard to make and keep a dollar these days. But you can set the stage for a financial comeback. Nine of our readers share smart money moves they've made. More

Money 70: Funds you can count on

Looking for a steady, long-term investing strategy? Check out the MONEY 70, our recommended list of mutual and ETFs that will keep your investments on course through 2012 and beyond. More

Investing overseas: Find the right balance

Overseas markets, roiled by debt woes in Europe and slowing growth in Asia, look like a high-wire act. A few simple moves can help you cash in on the opportunities while lowering the risk your portfolio will tumble.  More

Don't rush into REITs

Bonds are barren of income, so investors are racing toward real estate investment trusts, or REITs, promising bigger yields. But bets on commercial real estate come with big risks.  More

REITs to avoid

While equity REITs are looking pricey, you're still better off in them than these other types of real estate vehicles.  More

Managing finances: 'Spying was easier'

Consolidating the family's 11 investments accounts and moving out of a fee-intensive 529 plan, will help the DiSilverios meet their financial goals. More

$34,000 in debt, wants a new business

Michelle Heyward is generous but she needs to balance helping her family out with funding her goals to get out of debt and start her own business. More

Recovering from a too risky portfolio

After dealing with a leukemia diagnosis and a layoff, the Mitchells are ready to take a much more conservative approach to their finances. More

Nonprofit founders put passions ahead of planning

Scott Pankratz and Julie Osborn need to boost their stocks and savings to pay for half of their kids' college tuition. More

Laid off and making the retirement savings last

After being laid off from his job, Ed Parker and his wife have been living frugally. But there's still room in their budget for travel. More

Top picks from top pros

They steered their funds into the head of the pack in the bear market, in the bull market and even in the current blah market. Find out how these managers did it and where they're investing now. More

My brilliant sell-everything trade

Just as the stock market was heading into its summer swoon, I pulled every penny out. Five months later and still in cash, I'm confronted by the question of what kind of investor I really am. Here's what I've learned so far. More

Variable annuities: Buyer beware

Variable annuities promise it all, and millions are buying in. Before you join them, you'd better know what's on the other side of the rainbow.  More

Industrial stocks: Ready for a rally

Over the next 10 years, U.S. manufacturers will be supplying developing countries with the equipment they need to sustain growth. Here are some companies and funds that stand to profit.  More

Cash in on a consumer comeback in 2012

By investing in mid-tier retailers, you can get almost as much growth as the discounters or luxury stores offer, at a fraction of the price.  More

Best bets in tech for 2012

Seeking shelter from the stormy market? Think tech, especially big, established technology companies, which could rival traditional plays like utilities and consumer staples as premier defensive investments.  More

The new way to reel in income

The days of being able to snag big yields -- and returns -- through a single bond fund are over. With interest rates at record lows, you now have to be willing to diversify your fixed income investments.  More

Retirement investing: catching up

Way behind on saving for your retirement? Some suggestions on how to save, invest and work longer to meet your retirement goals. More

Mutual funds: Are you really diversified?

Building a well-balanced portfolio is trickier than investing in a handful of seemingly different mutual funds. More
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