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Personal Finance

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  • Stack of money

    The credit downgrade and you

    Mon, Aug 08, 2011 10:42 AM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby

    Will the downgrade of the U.S. credit rating affect your personal finances?

  • Overseas call center

    Weekend reads: Positive personal finance news

    Fri, Aug 05, 2011 4:53 PM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby

    Call center jobs are coming back, Pell Grants receive a funding boost and more.

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  • President Obama meets with his staff

    The White House explains the debt ceiling compromise

    Thu, Aug 04, 2011 4:50 PM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby

    A new infographic on The White House website helps explain the details of the debt ceiling compromise.

  • Vice President Joe Biden looks out the window as President Barack Obama discusses the debt limit and deficit reduction.

    Moody's and Fitch maintain U.S. rating

    Wed, Aug 03, 2011 5:16 AM by Walter Brandimarte and Daniel Bases, Reuters

    The ratings agencies said additional deficit-reduction measures are needed for the government to put its finances in order and retain the coveted rating.

  • U.S. Capitol Building

    Debt ceiling crisis averted, now what?

    Tue, Aug 02, 2011 4:23 PM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby

    Congress reached an agreement on the debt ceiling crisis, and President Obama signed off on it. But what does it mean?

  • Watch: Maximizing your retirement savings

    Mon, Aug 01, 2011 4:52 PM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby

    Money magazine's Walter Updegrave shares two ways that you can maximize your retirement savings.

  • Dollar bill

    5 steps to start your own business

    Sat, Jul 30, 2011 3:53 PM by WomansDay.com

    Turn your unique idea into a company with these straightforward solutions.

  • Coins

    Weekend reads: Saving money

    Fri, Jul 29, 2011 2:29 PM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby

    Whether it is reducing your laundry costs or creative uses for leftovers, find out how you can save money on a variety of expenses.

  • How can I spend less money doing laundry?

    Fri, Jul 29, 2011 10:27 AM by Chanie Kirschner

    For starters, upgrade those washers and dryers and hang out a clothesline.

  • President Obama Meets with Members of the Military

    The debt ceiling and your money

    Thu, Jul 28, 2011 10:10 PM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby

    The debt ceiling crisis is still an issue and most Americans are left to wonder what the personal consequences will be.

  • Golfers at Troon North in Scottsdale, Arizona

    5 must-read retirement planning websites

    Wed, Jul 27, 2011 11:17 AM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby

    Whether you're nearing retirement or are decades away, these 5 websites can help you get on track.

  • Water Droplet

    9-year-old raises more than $100K for charity

    Mon, Jul 25, 2011 3:03 PM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby

    Instead of birthday gifts, Rachel Beckwith asked for donations to the group charity: water. A tragic accident over the weekend transformed her simple request into a fundraising mission.

  • Watch: More on the debt ceiling

    Mon, Jul 25, 2011 11:55 AM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby

    President Obama dedicates yet another weekly address to the debt ceiling crisis.

  • Note books on a desk

    Clear clutter: Paperless billing 101

    Fri, Jul 22, 2011 11:01 AM by WomansDay.com

    Streamline your routine—and eliminate clutter—with our five-step guide.

  • Monday morning reads: The debt ceiling

    Mon, Jul 18, 2011 8:00 AM by Melissa Hincha-Ownby

    President Obama continues his focus on the debt ceiling, how the looming deadline might affect you and more.

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