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Stop rushing at work: Stress makes you less productive
Stop rushing at work: Stress makes you less productive
Frenzied behavior in the office reduces your ability to get work done and spreads to your employees like a contagious disease.More >>
Frenzied behavior in the office reduces your ability to get work done and spreads to your employees like a contagious disease.More >>
Turned down for a loan? Here's what to do next
Turned down for a loan? Here's what to do next
It's tough to get a small business loan, but not impossible. Check out six ways to improve your chances next time.More >>
It's tough to get a small business loan, but not impossible. Check out six ways to improve your chances next time.More >>
8 best business gadgets of the year
8 best business gadgets of the year
What were the real game-changers in 2013? Inc. contributing editor John Brandon selects his picks for best new devices of the year.More >>
What were the real game-changers in 2013? Inc. contributing editor John Brandon selects his picks for best new devices of the year.More >>
Make the most of charitable giving and tax breaks
Make the most of charitable giving and tax breaks
Giving now can save money later on taxes.More >>
Giving now can save money later on taxes.
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Surge in private sector job creation in November
Surge in private sector job creation in November
November saw an unexpected jump in job creation, with 215,000 new jobs throughout the month.More >>
November saw an unexpected jump in job creation, with 215,000 new jobs throughout the month.More >>
The outlook for small biz in 2014
The outlook for small biz in 2014
As usual, our Inc. 5000 folks are upbeat. But only, they say, if Washington cleans up its circus act.More >>
As usual, our Inc. 5000 folks are upbeat. But only, they say, if Washington cleans up its circus act.More >>
Why are small business owners creating fewer jobs today?
Why are small business owners creating fewer jobs today?
Welcome to the new entrepreneurial status quo -- business owners who crave independence, not dominance.More >>
Welcome to the new entrepreneurial status quo -- business owners who crave independence, not dominance.More >>
7 secrets to speed through a pile of resumes
7 secrets to speed through a pile of resumes
Advertising for an open position can lead to an avalanche of resumes. Here's how to cope.More >>
Advertising for an open position can lead to an avalanche of resumes. Here's how to cope.More >>
Avoid these 6 holiday spending mistakes
Avoid these 6 holiday spending mistakes
This may be the most wonderful time of the year. But the holiday season also can be one of the costliest.More >>
This may be the most wonderful time of the year. But the holiday season also can be one of the costliest.More >>
10 creative ways to thank employees
10 creative ways to thank employees
This is a week for giving thanks, something we usually think of in the context of our home and a gathering of family and friends. But have you thought about how you might thank your employees this holiday season?More >>
This is a week for giving thanks, something we usually think of in the context of our home and a gathering of family and friends. But have you thought about how you might thank your employees this holiday season?More >>
Open on Thanksgiving? No way
Open on Thanksgiving? No way
Employers should have the good sense to know when people need and deserve a break. Employees are human beings, not profit centers.More >>
Employers should have the good sense to know when people need and deserve a break. Employees are human beings, not profit centers.More >>
Using time horizons in investing
Using time horizons in investing
When contemplating an investment, few questions are as important as "What is your time horizon?"More >>
When contemplating an investment, few questions are as important as "What is your time horizon?" The answer can help you decide what type of investment vehicle you should consider, which investments to avoid and how long to hold your investment before selling.More >>
Save money this holiday season
Save money this holiday season
Avoid a spending hangover with these 5 smart tips.More >>
Avoid a spending hangover with these 5 smart tips.More >>
Forget Black Friday: Eve-of-Thanksgiving is the new retail
Forget Black Friday: Eve-of-Thanksgiving is the new retail
Welcome to a slow economy and low-single digit seasonal growth. Say hello to 365/24/7 online competitors.More >>
Welcome to a slow economy and low-single digit seasonal growth. Say hello to 365/24/7 online competitors.More >>
How to boost sales this holiday season
How to boost sales this holiday season
With a shorter shopping season and weak economic forecasts, small businesses need to go the extra mile to attract customers.More >>
With a shorter shopping season and weak economic forecasts, small businesses need to go the extra mile to attract customers.More >>
5 bad gift ideas you need to avoid this holiday season
5 bad gift ideas you need to avoid this holiday season
It may be better to give than receive--but not with these gifts. Sales expert Tom Searcy shares the five types of gifts you should avoid giving this holiday season.More >>
It may be better to give than receive--but not with these gifts. Sales expert Tom Searcy shares the five types of gifts you should avoid giving this holiday season.More >>
Passing the buck: The hidden costs of annuities
Passing the buck: The hidden costs of annuities
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At one time, annuities may have looked like an ideal retirement vehicle. However, annuities have somewhat lost their glow.More >>
At one time, annuities may have looked like an ideal retirement vehicle. However, annuities have somewhat lost their glow.
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Financial advice for newlyweds
Financial advice for newlyweds
If you are saying "I do" (or recently did), it's time to get serious not only about your relationship, but about your future financial outlook as a couple.More >>
If you are saying "I do" (or recently did), it's time to get serious not only about your relationship, but about your future financial outlook as a couple.More >>
Financial tips for adults returning to college
Financial tips for adults returning to college
Returning to school requires an upfront financial commitment. But college can be affordable when you put these tasks on your personal syllabus.More >>
Returning to school requires an upfront financial commitment. But college can be affordable when you put these tasks on your personal syllabus.More >>
Your future wallet?
Your future wallet?
Kanishk Parashar is a software developer who's created a little piece of hardware he thinks will replace credit cards. And maybe your ID card, too.More >>
Kanishk Parashar is a software developer who's created a little piece of hardware he thinks will replace credit cards. And maybe your ID card, too.More >>
Why the 4% rule no longer works for retirees
Why the 4% rule no longer works for retirees
When it comes to retirement planning, the 4% rule has stood as a tried-and true method of drawing retirement income from an investment portfolio without depleting the principal of the portfolio prematurely.More >>
When it comes to retirement planning, the 4% rule has stood as a tried-and true method of drawing retirement income from an investment portfolio without depleting the principal of the portfolio prematurely. This rule states that a retiree can usually withdraw about 4% of the value of his or her portfolio each year, provided that the portfolio is allocated at least 40% in equities.
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How to get around the health insurance marketplace glitches
How to get around the health insurance marketplace glitches
The new Health Insurance Marketplace is off to a shaky start since its Oct. 1 launch, despite its intention to provide a simple, easily accessible comparison of healthcare plans and purchase coverage.More >>
The new Health Insurance Marketplace is off to a shaky start since its Oct. 1 launch, despite its intention to provide a simple, easily accessible comparison of healthcare plans and purchase coverage.
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Keep yourself and your bank account healthy
Keep yourself and your bank account healthy
5 steps to managing medical debt.More >>
5 steps to managing medical debt.
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The benefits of starting an IRA for your child
The benefits of starting an IRA for your child
While IRAs are well-known among adult investors, they also make excellent savings vehicles for children who, because of their age, are poised to take full advantage of time – and the power of compounding.More >>
While IRAs are well-known among adult investors, they also make excellent savings vehicles for children who, because of their age, are poised to take full advantage of time – and the power of compounding.
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Investment strategies for volatile markets
Investment strategies for volatile markets
Most investors are aware that the market undergoes times of strong trends and times of lateral ranging.More >>
Most investors are aware that the market undergoes times of strong trends and times of lateral ranging. Many investors employ a different trading system for each environment. But what happens in a period of extreme volatility?
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How do I know I can trust my financial advisor?
How do I know I can trust my financial advisor?
Trust means everything in relationships, whether we're focusing on those in romance, family or finances.More >>
Trust means everything in relationships, whether we're focusing on those in romance, family or finances. Make that, especially in financial matters, which can be as emotionally draining, destructive and costly as anything else that we experience in our lives.
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Steps to saving for a down payment
Steps to saving for a down payment
Be smart with your money and move into your dream home sooner.More >>
Be smart with your money and move into your dream home sooner. More >>
What the national debt means to you
What the national debt means to you
The national debt level has been a significant subject of U.S. domestic policy controversy.More >>
The national debt level has been a significant subject of U.S. domestic policy controversy.More >>
The DOs and DON'Ts of applying for credit
The DOs and DON'Ts of applying for credit
Understand your risks and obligations.More >>
Understand your risks and obligations.More >>
The unique ways women approach finance
The unique ways women approach finance
What is myth and what is real when it comes to gender and finance?More >>
What is myth and what is real when it comes to gender and finance?
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How your VantageScore credit report is calculated
How your VantageScore credit report is calculated
The VantageScore model is designed to provide a much more standardized grading system than the previous one.More >>
The three major credit bureaus have used the FICO scoring model for decades, but the differences in how each agency computes its scores has led to numerous discrepancies that are often problematic for both lenders and consumers. The VantageScore model is designed to provide a much more standardized grading system than the one used by Fair Isaac and Company.More >>
Lowering your costs for marketplace health insurance
Lowering your costs for marketplace health insurance
While the rate you pay for health insurance typically goes up each year due to rising medical costs, rates are expected to increase even more because of changes under the healthcare reform.More >>
President Obama signed into law the Affordable Care Act, designed to expand access to healthcare coverage to millions of Americans. While the rate you pay for health insurance typically goes up each year due to rising medical costs, rates are expected to increase even more because of changes under the healthcare reform.More >>
The changing face of debt settlement
The changing face of debt settlement
The deeper Americans go into debt, the greater the need for debt relief assistance. If you find yourself in very serious debt, here is what you need to know about getting help.More >>
The deeper Americans go into debt, the greater the need for debt relief assistance. If you find yourself in very serious debt, here is what you need to know about getting help.More >>
Beware the liability of sharing your car with strangers
Beware the liability of sharing your car with strangers
Car sharing, the newest way to rent a car, is catching on in the U.S., Canada and Europe. But both renters and the car owners they rent from may be taking on risks they don't fully understand.More >>
Car sharing, the newest way to rent a car, is catching on in the U.S., Canada and Europe. But both renters and the car owners they rent from may be taking on risks they don't fully understand.More >>
Twitter's got a revenue conundrum
Twitter's got a revenue conundrum
Twitter doesn't have a valuation problem. Rather, it faces a revenue conundrum. Here's why.More >>
Twitter doesn't have a valuation problem. Rather, it faces a revenue conundrum. Here's why.More >>
Financial survival tips for furloughed workers
Financial survival tips for furloughed workers
Many of those who have suddenly find themselves without incomes are facing tough times. These steps can help see you through this lean time.More >>
Many of those who have suddenly find themselves without incomes are facing tough times. These steps can help see you through this lean time.More >>
Nobody wins when the government shuts down
Nobody wins when the government shuts down
Democrats and Republicans are united in the belief that fiscal drama in Congress that's transfixed both Wall Street and Main Street over the past few days is crazy.
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Democrats and Republicans are united in the belief that fiscal drama in Congress that's transfixed both Wall Street and Main Street over the past few days is crazy. We are talking Charley Sheen in all his "tiger's blood and Adonis DNA" glory.
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The dangers of a reverse mortgage
The dangers of a reverse mortgage
Reverse mortgages can be dangerous and can put your biggest asset - your home - at risk.More >>
It's difficult to turn on the television these days without seeing a slew of commercials for reverse mortgages. What they don't tell you is that reverse mortgages can be dangerous and can put your biggest asset - your home - at risk.More >>
Manage the costs of pet ownership
Manage the costs of pet ownership
If your home is one of the 60 percent of U.S. households that have a pet, here are some things that you can do to ensure the well-being of your beloved furry family member without breaking the bank.More >>
If your home is one of the 60 percent of U.S. households that have a pet, here are some things that you can do to ensure the well-being of your beloved furry family member without breaking the bank.More >>
Financial risks that don't pay off: The cost of reckless financial behavior
Financial risks that don't pay off: The cost of reckless financial behavior
The culture of boom and bust is very much a part of Western civilization, with the U.S. economy particularly vulnerable to periods of sudden growth and sharp decline.More >>
The culture of boom and bust is very much a part of Western civilization, with the U.S. economy particularly vulnerable to periods of sudden growth and sharp decline.
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Find your financial footing after bankruptcy
Find your financial footing after bankruptcy
Six tips to get you back on track.More >>
Six tips to get you back on track.More >>
The auction method: How NYSE stock prices are set
The auction method: How NYSE stock prices are set
Wall Street continues to set opening closing prices based on supply and demand in a modern-day auction style format.More >>
While electronic trading technology is now used to facilitate the majority of trading in a high-speed and high-volume operation, human traders still play a significant role, and the way opening closing prices are set continues to be based on supply and demand in a modern-day auction style format.More >>
5 things you should know about the new health insurance marketplace
5 things you should know about the new health insurance marketplace
When Obamacare, otherwise known as the U.S. Health Care Reform Act, goes into effect January 1 next year, Americans will be faced with yet another way to find and buy health insurance.More >>
When Obamacare, otherwise known as the U.S. Health Care Reform Act, goes into effect January 1 next year, Americans will be faced with yet another way to find and buy health insurance.
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5 unexpected wedding expenses
5 unexpected wedding expenses
You can say "I do" without going into extra debt by being prepared for these last-minute monetary surprises.More >>
You can say "I do" without going into extra debt by being prepared for these last-minute monetary surprises.More >>
Loving your stocks? Don't take this cliche to heart
Loving your stocks? Don't take this cliche to heart
A German behavioral finance specialist often warns people not to "fall in love with shares." The love analogy is an appealing one, but more is going on here than the cliché would suggest.
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A German behavioral finance specialist often warns people not to "fall in love with shares." The love analogy is an appealing one, but more is going on here than the cliché would suggest.More >>
War's influence on Wall Street
War's influence on Wall Street
The world of business has always been a harsh, survival-of-the-fittest environment. So it is not surprising to see so many military terms creeping into the vocabulary of everyday investors or TV analysts.More >>
The world of business has always been a harsh, survival-of-the-fittest environment. So it is not surprising to see so many military terms creeping into the vocabulary of everyday investors or TV analysts.
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6 financial tips for the savvy single
6 financial tips for the savvy single
Taking care of business when you take care of yourself.More >>
Taking care of business when you take care of yourself.More >>
How to survive a job loss
How to survive a job loss
Here are 8 tips to help you get through lean times.More >>
Here are 8 tips to help you get through lean times.
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Never too early or too late to plan for retirement
Never too early or too late to plan for retirement
Retirement can sound almost too good to be true. Unfortunately, fewer than half know how much to save in order to maintain something close their current lifestyle.More >>
Retirement can sound almost too good to be true. Unfortunately, fewer than half know how much to save in order to maintain something close their current lifestyle.More >>
The company you're keeping on Facebook could affect your credit score
The company you're keeping on Facebook could affect your credit score
There are a number of valid reasons why you need to keep watch of the people you add and keep on Facebook. More lending outlets are turning to checking social connections online to evaluate people's loan eligibility.More >>
There are a number of valid reasons why you need to keep watch of the people you add and keep on Facebook. More lending outlets are turning to checking social connections online to evaluate people's loan eligibility.More >>
What drives employees to work hard?
What drives employees to work hard?
Many assume that passionate employees accept less money because they love their jobs, but a new study indicates that they end up earning more.More >>
Many assume that passionate employees accept less money because they love their jobs, but a new study indicates that they end up earning more.More >>
Can you buy Twitter legitimacy for your business?
Can you buy Twitter legitimacy for your business?
Just do a simple "buy Twitter followers" Google search and you'll see an overwhelming number of options for purchasing your way to bigger numbers.More >>
Just do a simple "buy Twitter followers" Google search and you'll see an overwhelming number of options for purchasing your way to bigger numbers.More >>
Confessions of a terrified telecommuter
Confessions of a terrified telecommuter
Yahoo has killed telecommuting for its employees to bring the aging Internet giant back into fighting condition. If you work remotely there's only one reaction to this news: fear.More >>
Yahoo has killed telecommuting for its employees to bring the aging Internet giant back into fighting condition. If you work remotely there's only one reaction to this news: fear.More >>
Mortgage and home tax deductions
Mortgage and home tax deductions
What federal tax deductions can you take for a mortgage and other home ownership expenses?More >>
What federal tax deductions can you take for a mortgage and other home ownership expenses?More >>
How to say no to your boss
How to say no to your boss
To create a good work-life balance, you might have to learn to say no to your bosses.More >>
To create a good work-life balance, you might have to learn to say no to your bosses.More >>
Tax Tip: 8 tax benefits for parents
8 tax benefits for parents
Your children may help you qualify for valuable tax benefits, such as certain credits and deductions.More >>
Your children may help you qualify for valuable tax benefits, such as certain credits and deductions.More >>
The special rules for condo mortgages
The special rules for condo mortgages
A condominium offers many of the advantages of home ownership with fewer of the hassles. That is, unless you're talking about getting a mortgage for one.More >>
A condominium offers many of the advantages of home ownership with fewer of the hassles. That is, unless you're talking about getting a mortgage for one.More >>
Are home equity loans coming back?
Are home equity loans coming back?
Wondering if you can qualify for a home equity loan? Recent indications suggest that second mortgages are on the rebound, but that doesn't necessarily mean they're easier to get.More >>
Wondering if you can qualify for a home equity loan? Recent indications suggest that second mortgages are on the rebound, but that doesn't necessarily mean they're easier to get.More >>
Tax Tip: 6 important facts about dependents and exemptions
6 important facts about dependents and exemptions
The IRS has six important facts about dependents and exemptions that will help you file your 2012 tax return.More >>
The IRS has six important facts about dependents and exemptions that will help you file your 2012 tax return.More >>
Tax Tip: 10 things to know about free volunteer tax help
10 things to know about free volunteer tax help
The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs provide free tax help in communities across the country.More >>
The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs provide free tax help in communities across the country.More >>
Last chance to refinance?
Last chance to refinance?
Mortgage rates have been on the rise. Is this your last, best chance to refinance and save money with a super low rate?More >>
Mortgage rates have been on the rise. Is this your last, best chance to refinance and save money with a super low rate?More >>
Tax Tip: Who should file a 2012 tax return?
Who should file a 2012 tax return?
If you received income during 2012, you may need to file a tax return in 2013.More >>
If you received income during 2012, you may need to file a tax return in 2013.More >>
Why you might consider an adjustable-rate mortgage
Why you might consider an adjustable-rate mortgage
You don't hear much about adjustable-rate mortgages these days, but for the right kind of borrower, they're still an attractive option.More >>
You don't hear much about adjustable-rate mortgages these days, but for the right kind of borrower, they're still an attractive option.More >>
5 questions for potential homebuyers
5 questions for potential homebuyers
With housing prices and mortgage rates as low as they are, many are tempted to take the plunge and become first-time homeowners. But how do you know if you're truly ready?More >>
With housing prices and mortgage rates as low as they are, many are tempted to take the plunge and become first-time homeowners. But how do you know if you're truly ready?More >>
Tax Tip: IRS offers help for the January 30 tax season opening
IRS offers help for the January 30 tax season opening
The IRS will begin processing most individual income tax returns on Jan. 30 after updating forms and completing programming and testing of its processing systems.More >>
The IRS will begin processing most individual income tax returns on Jan. 30 after updating forms and completing programming and testing of its processing systems.More >>
What the new mortgage rules mean for borrowers
What the new mortgage rules mean for borrowers
The CFPB has rolled out long-awaited new rules for residential mortgages. So what will be the impact on mortgage borrowers?More >>
The CFPB has rolled out long-awaited new rules for residential mortgages. So what will be the impact on mortgage borrowers?More >>
New qualified mortgage rules released
New qualified mortgage rules released
Long-awaited "qualified mortgage" rules have been issued by the CFPB, setting forth guidelines to protect borrowers from predatory lending.More >>
Long-awaited "qualified mortgage" rules have been issued by the CFPB, setting forth guidelines to protect borrowers from predatory lending.More >>
Borrowers to get $8.5 billion in foreclosure and mortgage settlement
Borrowers to get $8.5 billion in mortgage settlement
Some 3.8 million homeowners will share in an $8.5 billion settlement over improper foreclosure and mortgage servicing practices.More >>
Some 3.8 million homeowners will share in an $8.5 billion settlement over improper foreclosure and mortgage servicing practices.More >>
IRS plans January 30th tax season opening for 1040 filers
IRS plans January 30th tax season opening
Following the tax law changes made under the American Taxpayer Relief Act, the IRSit plans to open the 2013 filing season and begin processing individual income tax returns on Jan. 30.More >>
Following the tax law changes made under the American Taxpayer Relief Act, the IRSit plans to open the 2013 filing season and begin processing individual income tax returns on Jan. 30.More >>
Six steps to maximize your home appraisal
Six steps to maximize your home appraisal
The home appraisal is very important when refinancing a mortgage. So how can you make sure you get the highest appraisal possible?More >>
The home appraisal is very important when refinancing a mortgage. So how can you make sure you get the highest appraisal possible?More >>
House joins Senate to OK bill that avoids fiscal cliff
House joins Senate to OK bill that avoids fiscal cliff
The House of Representatives settled on an 11th-hour agreement that averted widespread tax increases and spending cuts that were set to kick in Jan. 1.More >>
The House of Representatives settled on an 11th-hour agreement that averted widespread tax increases and spending cuts that were set to kick in Jan. 1.More >>
Should you refinance your home again?
Should you refinance your home again?
The way mortgage rates have been falling the past three years, a lot of homeowners are not only refinancing their mortgages, they're doing it for a second or even a third time.More >>
The way mortgage rates have been falling the past three years, a lot of homeowners are not only refinancing their mortgages, they're doing it for a second or even a third time.More >>
Why did the man behind Windows jump ship, and who’s left to steer?
Why did Steven Sinofsky leave Microsoft?
What does Steven Sinofsky's abrupt departure from Microsoft mean for Windows … and the way the company will compete with Apple and Google?More >>
What does Steven Sinofsky's abrupt departure from Microsoft mean for Windows … and the way the company will compete with Apple and Google?More >>
Google Free Zone brings the Internet to feature phones for free
Google Free Zone brings the Internet to feature phones for free
Google Free Zone enables feature phone users use mail, Web search and Google+ for free. Is it generosity at work, a savvy market grab, or both?More >>
Google Free Zone enables feature phone users use mail, Web search and Google+ for free. Is it generosity at work, a savvy market grab, or both?More >>

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