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01/19/2012 12:00 AM

Your Funds: Look for 'trouble' in a fund's portfolio

My wife, Susan, walked into my office recently, a mutual fund annual report in her hand and a concerned look on her face.

01/18/2012 12:00 AM
Ask the PropellerHeads: What is BitCoin?

Q: Someone told me PayPal was old news and I needed to start using BitCoin. I must have missed this one. What's up?

01/16/2012 12:00 AM
Biz Buzz: Mattress retailer steps out on his own

In some ways, James Mullins is like a lot of people who dream of quitting their jobs and starting their own business.

01/16/2012 12:00 AM
More bank fees are on the way

People say they're furious at behemoth banks, and for many reasons: lending practices that helped sink the economy, government bailouts, foreclosures, huge bonuses for CEOs — and now, higher fees and tougher account requirements.

01/15/2012 12:00 AM
Your Funds: Managers may not earn the ax over one bad 'season'

Investing a bit in mutual funds is a bit like running a pro football team.

01/11/2021 12:00 AM
Commercial Mortgages: Industry could be tough in 2012, but there are some positives

"Nothing changes on New Year's Day," what U2 famously sang in its 1983 hit "New Year's Day," could easily describe the current economic outlook.

01/09/2021 12:00 AM
Ask SCORE: Prospecting 101

Q: I am new to the insurance business and need some direction on how best to locate prospective clients. Can you suggest some available resources?

01/09/2021 12:00 AM
Putting warehouse club savings to the test

People are often surprised to find that warehouse club savings are worthwhile even if you have a small family or live alone, according to ShopSmart, the shopping magazine published by Consumer Reports.

01/08/2021 12:00 AM
Be resolute with New Year's resolutions

If you're like most Americans, you're full steam ahead this week, ready to tackle your New Year's resolutions. And — again — if you're like most, the resolutions topping your list relate to your finances and your health.

01/05/2021 12:00 AM
Economic Impact: Region's economy should take off in next couple of years

During the past couple of months, several non-economists have mentioned to me that they have this feeling that the Richmond region's economy is getting ready to take off.

01/02/2022 12:00 AM
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
Of taxes, insurance and vehicle loans

It's nearing the end of the year, and I'm cleaning out my inbox to share a few readers' questions that I haven't had a chance to respond to personally.

12/29/2011 12:00 AM
Leading-Edge Law: Police your trademarks or they will crumble

Here's a question for business owners: If you spent a fortune to build a headquarters for your business, should you save money by not maintaining and securing it? Would it be better to let the building be looted and crumble?

12/26/2011 12:00 AM
Ask SCORE: How do you know if your message is being received?

Q: When giving a presentation to a client, I sometimes feel that my message is not getting through. What can I do to help ensure a favorable response to my proposals?

12/26/2011 12:00 AM
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
Economic Impact: Is a college degree worth it?

Every once in a while I get a question from an audience member that surprises me.

12/19/2011 12:00 AM
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
Talking Money: Payday loans carry a steep price

They're called many names: payday loans, cash advance loans, check advance loans, post-dated check loans, or deferred deposit loans.

12/15/2011 12:00 AM
Your Funds: It's the 16th annual Lump of Coal Awards

Investors have taken their lumps in the market this year, now it's time to dish some out.

12/14/2011 12:00 AM
Ask SCORE: Are you an effective listener?

Q: Your recent article on communication skills did not reference the art of effective listening. Isn't this as important as how you convey the message?

12/12/2021 12:00 AM
'Assembly required' only part of poor service

I always cringe when I see the phrase "some assembly required."

12/09/2021 12:00 AM
Tough times can be confusing for children

When Justine Schembri's 8-year-old son heard from a couple of his friends that their parents had lost their jobs, he was worried — and curious. He came to Schembri and asked: What does that mean? Why did it happen? And — the kicker — could it happen to us?

12/08/2021 12:00 AM
Chuck Jaffe: All I want for Christmas is fund disclosure

Dear Fund Industry Bigwigs:

12/07/2021 12:00 AM
Leading Edge Law: Does the employer or the employee own the Twitter account

Do your employees use Twitter to promote your company or its products or services?

12/05/2021 12:00 AM