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Don't Let Record Oil Drain Your Wallet

Don’t Let Record Oil Drain Your Wallet!

If April showers bring May flowers, we’re going to have one heck of a garden to tend to after this ‘perfect storm’ of high-priced oil and gas! And it will likely get worse before it gets better with the summer driving season approaching. Ah, but there’s some good news: you can still lessen the pain at the pump despite increasing prices. Click here for four ways to save.

 

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Avoid These 401k Mistakes!

Avoid These 401(k) Mistakes!

In our many years of talking to people about their money concerns, we’ve heard from far too many folks who are making serious mistakes with their 401(k) plans. It breaks our hearts to think about how costly these slip-ups can be! Let us help you make sure you’re getting the most bang for your retirement bucks with our video on the biggest 401(k) mistakes and how to avoid them.

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Fed Survey

I am new to investing and would like to buy some stock on the London exchange. How do I go about doing that? – Don

Don—Good question. It’s really quite simple to do because most major brokerage firms transact business on that exchange many times per day. You can either call your broker to discuss it or call the local branch of a major brokerage firm and inquire about opening an account. Be careful, though. It’s difficult enough to get reliable research information on U.S. stocks, much less on foreign listings. For more info, go to www.londonstockexchange.com.

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What the Heck are Bonds Anyway? What the Heck Are “Bonds” Anyway?
In the midst of our rocky economy, you may be considering bonds as a more reliable option for your money. Yes, bonds are an essential part of most portfolios, but the number of different types from which to choose can often be confusing. Our crash course in Bonds 101 answers your questions.


Fact or Fiction? Fact or Fiction?
Did you hear the one about the guy whose credit card and personal information was stolen right off his hotel room keycard? Now there’s a scary story that would keep us up at night! But is it fact or fiction? Click here to find out.


Should I Buy or Lease a Car? Should I Buy or Lease a Car?
If you’re looking to add a new car to the garage, you’ve probably engaged in the great debate of buying versus leasing. Both have their benefits, but choosing the wrong route could end up costing you. Our calculator helps you determine which is the smarter move for your money.


How to Cut Your Banking Costs How to Cut Your Banking Costs
If you’re like us, you’ve had it with banks sticking you with hidden fees. We say it’s time to fight back! Here’s our list of costly charges you can negotiate with your banker.