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Retirement Plans 101

by Ken Dolan on November 6, 2009 8:15 AM

If you're looking into retirement savings options, we say, bravo! Too many people don't take advantage of the different plans that are offered. I (Ken here) understand it can be confusing, so I put together a little Straight Talk tutorial. Join me for a lesson in what plans are out there and which one could work for you.

How Interest Rates Really Work

by Ken Dolan on November 2, 2009 10:00 AM

It's big news every time the Federal Reserve makes a decision regarding interest rates, especially now! Lost in all the hoopla are some important points. Well, we have the real story. Watch this video and let Daria tell you - in plain English! - how interest rates work and what it all means for your CDs, bonds and other investments.

Daria's Money Secret

by Daria Dolan on October 16, 2009 10:04 AM

The time has come for me--Daria here--to share a little personal secret with you. I'm doing this especially for the women in our audience. Don't make the same mistake I made when it comes to your money.

Investing With a Weak Dollar

by Ken Dolan on October 15, 2009 8:35 AM

You may think you aren't affected by the falling dollar - after all, many of us don't fly to Paris or Rome on a regular basis. But the truth is it poses a lot of problems for all of us in the U.S., and we don't see it getting better any time soon. Luckily, it's not all hopeless - you can still earn a profit in our unstable economy! Let's take a look at how a weak dollar impacts you now and in the long term, and the smart money moves you should make to boost your portfolio.

Warning: Municipal Bonds Might Not Be as Safe as they Seem

by Daria Dolan on October 14, 2009 8:16 AM

Back in the beginning of the summer we started getting worried about the ability of states and municipalities to continue paying interest and principal on their municipal bonds in this economic downturn.

A startling admission in a letter sent to the SEC by an employee of one of the big ratings firms reveals that your municipal bonds might not be as safe as you thought they were.

Just when you think you know it all, a bombshell like this lands in your lap, destroys your comfort zone and changes the landscape around you.

Biggest Investing Lies You're Being Told

by Ken Dolan on September 14, 2009 10:29 AM

One year ago, Lehman Brothers collapse and shoved our entire financial system to the brink. Wall St. titans like Bear Stearns disappeared overnight, and investors lost trillions of dollars. Yet Wall St. hasn't learned a thing! Here's how to protect yourself from their latest shenanigans.

Are You Making These IRA Mistakes?

by Ken Dolan on September 2, 2009 10:26 AM

Your IRA is a critical part of your retirement plan. But too many people get tripped up by mistakes that costs them thousands. Make the most of your IRA by avoiding these common pitfalls.

Are You Saving Enough for Retirement?

by Ken Dolan on August 17, 2007 2:17 PM

Ah, retirement. We don't know of many people who aren't looking forward to a day when they can choose what they'll do with their time. Notice we said what they'll do with their time. "Retire" doesn't mean what it used to.
The Baby Boomers just now hitting 65 are likely to stay active for a very long time.

How to Salvage Your Cracked Nest Egg

by Ken Dolan on November 7, 2008 9:19 AM

The economic crisis has already claimed trillions in retirement money, leaving many people concerned for their future. The market will rebound, but it will take time before your savings rebound with it. What follows are key steps to protect your nest egg. Here's what you need to do now.

9 Money "Deals" You Should Refuse

by Ken Dolan on November 7, 2008 10:50 AM

It's time to set the record straight on all those "amazing" offers you see every time you turn around. It's their bottom line that will improve, not yours. Here are some of the biggest "money deals" that we don't want to see you fall for!

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