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Protect yourself from a double-dip recession
Protect yourself from a double-dip recession
4:32am: Worried about the effect a recession can have on your retirement savings? Don't panic. The right investment strategy can give you growth and security. More

The price of procrastination: $455,000
Feb 4: Start contributing to your 401(k) plan now. Even if your employer doesn't offer a match, holding off on retirement saving will cost you. More
Making $300,000 last a lifetime
Feb 2: With a limited nest egg, you can't completely avoid taking risk. Here's how to lower the odds that you'll outlive your savings. More
A big no-no for building an emergency fund
Jan 28: Growing a savings cushion is tough when your budget is tight. One method that is not a solution - credit cards. More
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Ready ... set ... convert to a Roth
The income cap on IRA transfers is going away. Here's why you should take advantage of it. More
Create the perfect bond portfolio
To get the safety you need from fixed income and earn decent returns, try this strategy. More
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25 Best Places to Retire
25 Best Places to RetireThinking about your post-work home? These towns have it all. More
Get on track for retirement
Are you doing the right things? Do you have the right investments? More
Ultimate guide to retirement
From 401(k)s to annuities, get all your retirement questions answered in our new comprehensive guide.  More
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When will you be a millionaire?
See how savings rates and investment returns affect when your nest egg hits 7 figures. More
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Tell us how much you have, how long you will save and at what rate, and find out what your nest egg will grow to. More
Debt Reduction Planner
Find out how long it will take to become debt free and how much you'll pay in interest by making the minimum monthly payments. More
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