Get better returns with less risk?
Utility stocks may outdo the markets for the next few years. But not all companies in this sector will thrive. Here's how to pick the likely winners.
Archive for July 14, 2008
Know when to fold ‘em
I'm selling 12 of my 20 stocks, including several that have cost me big, for others with more potential right now. A systematic approach makes it easier to take a loss and move on.
4 hidden ways credit cards help you
If you purchase on plastic, you may have benefits you don't even know about, including extended warranties and theft protection.
5 top funds for this bear market
As the market slides deeper, these defensive holdings offer a measure of safety without losing their appeal over the long haul.
Surviving a Seasonal Business
It takes a year-round effort to maximize profits in your peak season. Here are 4 principles to get you there.
Dow off 45 as financials continue to slide
Federal plans to bail out Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac lift sentiment, but only briefly, as worries grow about regional banks. The SEC will probe Wall Street's rumor mill. GM will announce another restructuring.
What the Fannie-Freddie rescue means to you
Encouraged to take bigger risks, the 2 mortgage giants did just that, and now they're reeling. Fixing the mess will take billions -- and make getting new home loans much harder.
Backyard escapes: New biz books
This is the summer of the staycation, so pour a glass of lemonade, hit the backyard, and indulge in FSB's selection of literary escapes, tailored for small-business owners.
Business for Sale Resource Added
We’ve added another business for sale classifieds website, usabizmart.com to our growing list of resources.
If you know of a business classifieds website that we should include, submit it here.
