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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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With so many organizations in need of donations, you may find it difficult to decide which ones to give to. Consider a donor-advised fund.

Our complete picks for top consumer values, from stocks and mutual funds to credit cards and tech. Plus: 26 Web sites you'll want to bookmark.

Go over the river and through the woods without spending a small fortune to get there.

From a dollars-and-cents perspective, the decision to buy a hybrid is never simple.

Can Amazon's Kindle and Sony's Reader stand up to the cost? Find what these pricier PDAs offer over less expensive devices.

Find the best bargains in air travel and cheapest rates for car rentals, hotel rooms and vacation packages.

We'll help you make the right choice, whether you're shopping for an entry-level sedan, luxury car, sports car, SUV or anything in between.

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