Archive for December 31, 2007

Dow off 101 as 2007 ends on a downer

The markets end the year with a whimper, despite a glimmer of not-awful news about existing-home sales. Crude oil has its biggest jump since 1999. Most averages finished with gains, but 2007 was a bitter year for many investors.

Comments

10 ways to simplify your life in 2008

With a little upfront effort, you can streamline how you bank, pay bills and track your money. Now is a good time to set up a financial system that will pay off all year long.

Comments

The IRS might have a gift for you

The tax agency has $110 million in unclaimed refunds awaiting 115,000 rightful owners. Does some of the cash belong to you?

Comments

Your ’safe’ money isn’t so safe

Did you abandon the roiling stock market for the security of a money market fund? Gulp -- the mortgage mess has probably put your investments there at risk, too.

Comments

Businesses for Sale