Moneywise

• Richmond-area recovery will be slow, local economists say

  The long, slow slog toward economic recovery is likely to remain long, slow and sloggy in 2012, local economists and investment advisers say.

  01/01/2022 12:00 AM
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• Successful Investing: Small-cap effect in January

  The so-called January effect, in which small-cap stocks have tended to outperform large-cap stocks at the start of each new year, is not evoking the same bold confidence that it has during more predictable market periods in the past.

  01/01/2022 12:00 AM
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• Start with these steps to improve finances in 2012

  Every January, it's the same drill. This is the year you will cut your debt, save money and spend more wisely.

  01/01/2022 12:00 AM
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• Local CEOs see better 2012, but remain frugal

  Local businesses that survived the recession have learned to do more with less.

  01/01/2022 12:00 AM
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• Common Cents tips: Overcome overload and work smarter

  Overcome overload and work smarter

  01/01/2022 12:00 AM
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• The pros and cons of CFL, LED and halogen light bulbs

  Consumer Reports' latest light-bulb tests uncovered not only which bulbs were the best performers but also shone some light on a few of the most common questions consumers have about compact fluorescent lights (CFLs), light-emitting diodes (LEDs), halogens and incandescent bulbs.

  01/01/2022 12:00 AM
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• A richer 2012: A monthly guide to maximizing money

  It's time to pencil some savings into your 2012 calendar.

  12/25/2011 12:00 AM
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• Is a balance transfer right for you?

  Holiday shoppers might already be scouting balance-transfer offers for the new year.

  12/25/2011 12:00 AM
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• Help is available to pay for heating bills

  Like tens of thousands of Virginians, Virginia Durrette of Sandston has had a hard time paying her winter heating bills.

  12/25/2011 12:00 AM
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• Common Cents tips for Dec. 25

  Making contacts

  12/25/2011 12:00 AM
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• Consumer Reports: Last-minute tax maneuvers

  As the year ends, Consumer Reports Money Adviser's experts think you should take time out from gift shopping and party hopping to make tax moves that can save money when filing your 2011 return next year.

  12/25/2011 12:00 AM
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• Martin's Share a Holiday Meal raises $101,125 for area families

  Martin's Food Markets customers and associates donated $101,125 to help Richmond- and Williamsburg-area families during the holiday season. From Oct. 30 through Dec. 3, Martin's customers participated in the Share a Holiday Meal program by donating in increments of $5, $10 and $20 at the checkout.

  12/25/2011 12:00 AM
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• Expert's outlook: Strong profits, rising stocks

  There's plenty for investors to worry about heading into 2012, from the European debt crisis to our own struggles to regain fiscal fitness. The economic recovery is picking up, but not so much that it inspires great confidence.

  12/25/2011 12:00 AM
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• End-of-the-year taxes: 8 tips to help you save

  The decorations are up, the shopping is under way and holiday parties line the calendar.

  12/18/2011 12:00 AM
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• Consumer Reports: Buying gifts that give back

  Buying the right present for everyone on your holiday list can certainly be a challenge.

  12/18/2011 12:00 AM
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• 12 smart ways to spend $1,200 in 2012

  Wallets are opening up this holiday season. Some of that spending will be rewarding, but some will lead to a debt hangover in 2012.

  12/18/2011 12:00 AM
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• Make your holiday shopping hassle-free

  Holiday shopping — with its long checkout lines, sold-out must-haves and gift-wrapping marathons — can take its toll on even the most patient consumers.

  12/11/2021 12:00 AM
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• Weathering winter travel during the holidays

  Forethought can make those winter trips a pleasure instead of a trying adventure into the unknown.

  12/11/2021 12:00 AM
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• How to invest $10,000 in 2012

  How would you invest $10,000 in the coming year?

  12/11/2021 12:00 AM
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• Notable Gifts for Dec. 11

  Richmond Unite presented $107,000 in grants to 29 Richmond-area agencies for projects that involve young people at a reception last week.

  12/11/2021 12:00 AM
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