The difficulties that might be coming to the economy in the future, as well as the prospect of not having enough of your own resources to weather a setback, should cause you to reflect, and consider planning for your future.
As the economy continues to limp along, an increasing number of people are skeptical of the currency. But what alternative is there?
Lots happened in 2011 in the world of investing and personal finance. Here's four stories that caught my attention. What stories are you watching? Economy
About a week ago we brought you a post describing a proposal by Senators Cardin (D-Maryland) and Ensign (R-Nevada) that would give first-time homebuyers a $20,000 tax credit, replacing the current $7,500 credit.
Senate passes a bill that would extend the much debated Payroll Tax Cuts (or Social Security Tax Cuts) for another two months. See more and what else was included.
Unemployment extensions are in jeopardy. As a result, many who are unemployed will lose benefits. Here is what the long term jobless should do to be pro-active.
You can’t see retail sales and inventory levels every day. That’s where some of the “every day” economic indicators come in.
There have been changes recently to the Home Affordable Refinance Program. Could changes to HARP benefit you? See the changes and how they can affect your qualifying for HARP.
Fingernail polish, men's underwear, and divorce: These are some of the stranger economic indicators. Instead of checking the employment rate, try looking at what the neighbors are doing.
A summary of the Occupy protests and whether or not they're making any progress.
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