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Making Sense of 401(k) Disclosures

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:16:07 EST

Powell: Sponsors of retirement plans will be required to disclose detailed information about plan features starting this year. Here's how to figure it all out.

Where to Get 6% Yields, With Tax Breaks

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:19:13 EST

Master limited partnerships are high-maintenance but worth the hassle, writes Jack Hough.

Which Popular IPO Looks Best?

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:31:50 EST

With the Facebook IPO still months away, we find out which newly public company looks best for long-term investors.

Penny Stocks Aren't Worth a Dime

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:08:27 EST

Hoenig: There are few lower probability bets than penny stocks, especially of microcaps trading at lows.

A Bean Counter's Take on Retirement

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:06:03 EST

The Society of Actuaries crunches the numbers on retirements in a series of new reports.

10 Things Start-Ups Won't Tell You

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:53:17 EST

We reveal some secrets of the American Dream.

Retire Here, Not There: South Carolina

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:00:34 EST

Scores of retirees have discovered Hilton Head Island. Here are four less expensive options.

Will Facebook's IPO Billions Ruin Its Future?

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:10:46 EST

Video: SmartMoney reporter Quentin Fottrell visits Mean Street to discuss how the company's future could significantly change.

Experts Explain: How to Choose a Tax Preparer

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:35:05 EST

Video: Some tips to get the most for your money when picking a tax pro.

Attack of the Fine Print

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:38:38 EST

Video: Small print has become a giant menace, costing consumers a $250 million a year.

A New Coupon Source: Your Account Statement

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:37:59 EST

Deal of the Day: Next time you check your balance, check out these new ways to save.

More Tax Implications of Foreclosures

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:37:26 EST

Bischoff: In Part 2 of a two-part series, we look at the little-known tax impact of a "nonrecourse" mortgage foreclosure.

The Tax Implications of Foreclosures

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:39:24 EST

Bischoff: In Part 1 of a two-part series, we look at the federal tax implications of a principal residence foreclosure.

Is the Hare Now Beating the Tortoise?

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:39:09 EST

How so-called tactical-allocation funds try to zero in on the markets' big swings.

A Look at Suze Orman's Investing Secrets

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:16:07 EST

Zweig: Has the icon's newsletter guru exaggerated some of his investing results?