Archive for May 4, 2008

Reopened funds: Buy while you can?

The recent economic downturn means investors have an opportunity to buy some top-notch, long-closed funds with great managers. But you might want to hurry.

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How much should you give?

You may be torn between saving every penny in case you get laid off . . . or giving to those who have it worse than you do. Here's how to make your budget reflect your priorities.

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You can’t lose money taking profits

I'm playing it safe and selling off Goldman Sachs, although there's still room for gains. A buy on Kinross Gold will help hedge my portfolio.

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5 strong dividend-paying stocks

The collective wisdom of an online community and a stock-screening tool help identify companies that pay a juicy portion of their profits in the form of regular dividends.

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Why we can’t cruise past a recession

Many analysts look at the market's current upswing and conclude the US economy has escaped with merely a drive-by downturn. Common sense suggests they're wrong.

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Reality’s Bites

The market for baby-boomer memorabilia is topping out. Is it time to buy into skateboarding, videogames, and '90s rock?

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The Scholarly ‘Apprentice’

In an insightful Q&A, social entrepreneur and reality TV winner Randal Pinkett discusses time management, finding balance and giving back to communities.

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Putting Time Into Your Product

From inventor to overnight millionaire? Not exactly. Here's the long-term solution to developing a product effectively.

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Mom, Can You Find Time?

These tips on better concentration and work efficiency can bring mompreneurs much closer to the 4-hour work week.

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