It’s solar power’s time to shine
Soaring oil and gas prices have finally persuaded US industry and government to get serious about renewable energy -- and solar thermal energy looks particularly promising.
Archive for June 4, 2008
When to walk away from a mortgage
It's a moral issue only if you have a choice -- and many people don't. Ask yourself 3 key questions to decide whether it's worthwhile to keep trying to hang on to your house.
The Amateur tops most pros long term, too
Impressed by Vad Yazvinski's performance so far? So am I, and he's not just getting lucky. His five-year track record at Marketocracy shows an average gain of nearly 22% a year.
5 tax breaks you can still grab
Getting your tax return filed back in April was likely a big relief, but you may have missed some key deductions. Here are common mistakes -- and how to get your money back.
Identity protection: Worth paying for?
Consumer advocates say LifeLock's fraud alerts and other services are a waste of money, pointing out that it's quick and easy to do the same things yourself for free.
Oil falls to $122; markets break even
The Dow and S&P 500 are pressured by weakness in bond insurers Ambac and MBIA. Verizon may buy Alltel for $27 billion. Lehman shares rebound on an analyst upgrade. Economic news offers some cheer. UAL shares jump on cost-cutting news.
A Spiking, Striking Success
Volleyball pro, model, mother and entrepreneur Gabrielle Reece talks about taking on the business world.
9 Tips for E-mail Marketing Design
In today's visual world, good design is a must. Here's what you need to create e-mails that look great and get results.
SmartyPig: Savings Site With Strings Attached
SmartyPig automates transfers to a savings account to help you fund a big-ticket goal--and it might help you encourage pals to chip in.
Who makes the highest-quality cars?
Japanese and luxury automakers dominate the top 5 rankings by brand in a benchmark annual survey of new-vehicle quality. Ford's Mercury was the top U.S. brand, ranking No. 6.
Can cosmetic surgery help your career?
Even in the workplace, looks matter, studies show. More Americans are going under the knife to move up the corporate ladder -- and it might be a good investment.
Devising a winning package for your product
How can I create an attractive package for my soap and deodorant product?