Urban Flight: America's Dying Cities

When times get tough, the tough get going. As the recession persists, more Americans are fleeing these industrial cities.

Apple Shows Off New iPods, TV

Steve Jobs introduced new iPods and a revamped Apple TV, among other things, in a highly-anticipated press conference Tuesday.

Gmail’s New Spam Filter on Steroids

Google adds a new Gmail feature that prioritizes your Inbox for you, separating urgent e-mails from the ones that can wait until later.

Terrible Scams Targeting Kids

Scammers tend to target children and teenagers less than adults, but there are still some risky scams that parents and their children should avoid.

Staging Your Home To Sell

Home staging can help you sell your house quickly. Here's what to do to prepare your home for a showing.

Post-Katrina, Businesses Still Rebuilding

Five years after Hurricane Katrina, some small businesses are struggling to return to their pre-hurricane success as the local economy changes still.

Old Beauty Products: Keep or Toss?

Our makeup gurus give you the tips you need for tossing expired goods. It's painful, but trust us, your face will thank you.

How to Talk Allowance with Your Kids

Parents say that their children learn the most about money from them, but how and when should you start having the financial talk?

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foreclosure

New Homebuyer Tax Credit: Coming Soon?

12:06 pm, September 02, 2010

Will Uncle Sam unveil a new version of the homebuyer credit? Don’t hold your breath, says the Fed.

extreme real estate

In Defense of Airlines, Sort Of

11:55 am, September 02, 2010

It’s easy to hate airlines. But is our aversion really justified, and if so, why?

government initiatives

Illegal Immigration Drops in Recession

11:25 am, September 02, 2010

A new study finds that the number of illegal immigrants declined significantly during the recession.

banks

Bernake Says Shut Down Troubled Big Banks

11:00 am, September 02, 2010

As a panel continues investigating the financial crisis, Ben Bernake petitions the government to do away with threats to our financial system.

savings

CD Deals: Get Them in Writing

9:00 am, September 02, 2010

When you’re shopping for a certificate of deposit, make sure you get the answers in fine print, not over the phone.

real estate

Urban Flight: America's Dying Cities

7:00 am, September 02, 2010

When times get tough, the tough get going. As the recession persists, more Americans are fleeing these industrial cities.

gadgets

Apple Shows Off New iPods, TV

6:11 pm, September 01, 2010

Steve Jobs introduced new iPods and a revamped Apple TV, among other things, in a highly-anticipated press conference Tuesday.

weird stuff

Signs Your Boss Is Lying to You

4:30 pm, September 01, 2010

Ever worry that your boss may not be telling you the truth? A new study has come up with a set of signs to help you know for sure.

unemployment

Cutting Jobs Makes CEOs Richer

4:00 pm, September 01, 2010

CEOs who lay off the most workers are also making the most money, according to a new report.

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The Hidden Dangers of Posting Web Pics

One site is trying to spread the word – your TwitPics may be betraying you.

Are There Any Safe Investments Left?

Investors and analysts are speculating that bonds may no longer be a good investment. But where should average folks put their money?

Why Your Kid Loves Silly Bandz

MainStreet explains why kids pressure their parents for the latest toys, from expensive TMX Elmos to 20-cent Silly Bandz.

Avoiding College Identity Theft

College students are a high-risk group when it comes to identity theft. MainStreet offers the following tips to minimize exposure.

Boomers Feel Recession Burden, Blame

Baby Boomers have undoubtedly been hit hard by the recession, but they might be making things worse for all of us.

Reviving America's Dead Malls

Malls as we know them are dying off, and they’re being replaced by something much different.