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Columns: Ask Kim | Stock Watch | Fund Watch | Starting Out | Value Added
Cash in Hand | Money Smart Kids | On the Job | Drive Time

Ask Kim
By Kimberly Lankford
Kim answers your questions about managing your money -- from investing to spending.

Convert Now to a Roth IRA?

By Kimberly Lankford
You could come out ahead by switching now or waiting until next year. Here's how to hedge your bets.
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Stock Watch
Each day our investment team spotlights a different stock and tells you if it's worth a look or a pass.

Who Would Benefit if the Big Three Disappeared?

By Ilana Polyak
These four companies stand to profit from the demise of the major U.S. automakers.
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Fund Watch
Each week our experts help you understand important mutual fund news and trends. Get valuable insights for making wise decisions.

A Disastrous Year for the Kiplinger 25

By Andrew Tanzer
We dropped one fund that performed especially bad and replaced it with a less-risky one.
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Starting Out
By Erin Burt
Real world advice for those starting their financial lives or seeking an introduction to money management.

10 Holiday Money Mistakes

By Erin Burt
You and your wallet will be jollier if you avoid these financial pitfalls.
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Value Added
By Steven Goldberg
Steve offers insights about investing in the stock market.

Oil Stocks Will Bounce Back

By Steven Goldberg
After the recession is over, crude prices will climb once more. Meanwhile, many energy stocks are cheap.
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Cash in Hand
By Jeffrey R. Kosnett
Jeff keeps his eye on the fixed-income side of investing.

It's Time to Buy Bonds

By Jeffrey R. Kosnett
You'll find plenty of good deals on issues from municipalities and big, solid companies.
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Money Smart Kids
By Janet Bodnar
Janet answers your questions about kids, money and finances.

Open a Low-Risk College Fund

By Janet Bodnar
Nervous about the stock market? Consider starting with a conservative investment or spreading out your contributions over time.
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Drive Time
By Mark Solheim
Mark helps steer you toward good deals on wheels.

Should You Buy a Detroit Car?

By Mark Solheim
Troubles in Motown are mounting, and that could mean a rough road for purchasers of a Detroit vehicle. My advice: Wait for the dust to settle.
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On the Job
By Marty Nemko
Every month, get valuable job and education advice from from our contributing columnist, a career coach and bestselling author.

13 Hot Jobs in Hard Times

By Marty Nemko
When the going gets tough, these careers get going.
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The Kiplinger 25
Updates on the 25 best mutual funds, as picked by Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine.

How the Kiplinger 25 Are Handling the Market Turbulence

By Andrew Tanzer
Some of our favorites have taken a beating over the past couple of weeks. Others are little affected.
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Tax Tips
Throughout the year our experts deliver clear and timely advice on tax-filing as well as last-chance, year-end moves to shave your tax bill -- and improve tax-planning skills. Don't forget to sign-up to receive these seasonal columns!

Trim Taxes with Flex Accounts

By Mary Beth Franklin
Cut next year’s taxes by signing up for a flexible spending account today.
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