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Cash vs. Bonds: How Interest Rates Change the Game

Today's Investing Realities Make Cash Even More Important

How to Handle Target Funds for a Safe Retirement

It’s Your Last Chance to Buy Paper Savings Bonds

1:30 pm, December 16, 2011

If you’re into nostalgic gifts, you just might want to hand out some paper savings bonds for the holidays this year because they will no longer be available come ...

Forget Treasuries: An Argument for Bank Savings

1:30 pm, September 27, 2011

If you are looking for peace of mind and easy access to your money, bank savings are a good bet.

Volatility Hits 401(k) Plans, Investors Move Into Bonds

9:52 am, August 10, 2011

Just when they thought it was safe to go back in the water, many 401(k) investors who were regaining their comfort level with the stock market took another hit.
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U.S. Downgrade: What Should the Average Investor Do?

5:20 pm, August 08, 2011

Despite the concern among consumers and investors, financial planners argue that the debt downgrade shouldn’t drastically overhaul the casual investor’s portfolio.
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Downgrade Reaction: How Will It Affect Bank Rates?

1:36 pm, August 08, 2011

The debt downgrade and market reaction have sent investors reeling, but bank deposit investors are seeing some reassuring stability.

How the Debt Ceiling Crisis Affects Your Retirement

5:30 pm, July 27, 2011

Many aging Americans are no doubt growing concerned about the debt ceiling debate’s impact on their long-term investments, but as long as they have a balanced portfolio, ...

Savings Bonds Go Digital: What Will Grandma Get Us Now?

11:00 am, July 18, 2011

The treasury will no longer issue paper savings bonds, instead opting for the digital versions. Here’s what we’d like to see grandma put in a card instead.
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