Gerri Willis - Top Tips - Personal Finance and Savings Tip

5:03pm: Electricity costs have risen to shocking heights. Here's how to keep your bills under control. more

May 6: Gerri Willis tells you how to combat rising prices with just a few clicks of the mouse. more

May 2: Rising prices for everyday items means your dollar is buying less. Here's how to stretch it a little further. more

What a Fed rate cut could mean to you

Apr 30: The short answer: not much. But here are a few ways you can save some dollars. more

Smart moves for your stimulus check

Apr 28: Save or splurge? Top Tips on how to get the most out of your stimulus money. more

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• High tech Earth Day recycling tips

• Retirement pitfall: 401(k) fees

• Avoid hassle at the airport

• Keeping your nest egg on track

• Avoiding tax mistakes

• Where to put your money

• Living paycheck to paycheck

• Getting cheaper gas

• Foreclosure versus short sale

• Gloomy outlook? Buy the recession

• Protect yourself from a slow economy

• Managing debt in turbulent times

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What I learned when my tree fell down

The most painful lesson? I wasn't covered. Spot the gaps in your insurance policy - and fill them. more

Curb appeal that's made in the shade

Nothing sells your home better than a beautiful yard. But before you plant a single flower, invest in trees. more

Money 101

Retirement

The basics on key accounts, and the right investments for them. more

Controlling debt

Good debt vs. bad debt and how to manage it all. more

Investing in funds

Tips for choosing stock and bond funds. Plus: When to dump a loser. more

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Advice for young adults

CNN Personal Finance Editor Gerri Willis has financial advice for young adults looking to get ahead. (more)

Top Tips: Car tips

CNN's Gerri Willis explains how to get your car ready for summer. (more)

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College cost finder

Find the annual costs of any four-year college or university in the United States. 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

REAL ESTATE

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• How much house can you afford?

DEBT & SAVING

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RETIREMENT

• Retirement planner

• When will you be a millionaire?

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