Latest articles by Janet Bodnar
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Coping With Oil’s Slide
Feature The consequences of oil's plunge haven't been all negative. With gas prices down, U.S. car buyers are doing what they love best: buying big.
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Quick Alternatives to Traditional Thank-You Notes
spending Digital expressions of gratitude can be just as nice as printed appreciation.
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Teach Your Kids to Say Thank You
spending Written notes are a nice way for your children to express their gratitude.
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The Perils of Giving Kids Credit Cards
savings Not all plastic is bad for kids, but using cash is the best way to get young minds thinking wisely about money.
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6 Things to Know About Your Spouse's Finances
Financial Planning Make sure you and your husband know about each other's accounts and important documents.
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Secrets to Marital and Money Bliss
credit & debt Yes, love and money really CAN mix. Use these practical techniques to cool off even the hottest financial issues.
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5 Ways to Keep Santa on a Budget
Smart Buying Follow these tips to keep holiday spending on your kids under control.
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The Downside of Easy Money
Feature Not enough attention has been paid to the Fed policy's negative effects on savers.
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The Right Way to Help Your Adult Children
savings To help your millennial move on (and out of your home), set limits, be generous with advice but selective with financial assistance.
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Money Advice for Millennials
Budgeting Here's how parents can help their adult children learn to manage their finances.
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Fresh Approaches to Student Debt
college We need out-of-the-box thinking that makes students less dependent on loans.
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Smile! You Can Retire
Feature You could be overestimating your retirement expenses and underestimating your income.
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Money-Management Advice for College Students
Budgeting Young adults share their tips for budgeting and planning for unexpected expenses.
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A Health Care Revolution
Feature New health laws spell opportunity for investors, but it’s not clear how the changes will play out for patients.
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How Financial Literacy Can Be Taught in Schools
savings Financial literacy is a hot topic in theory, but in practice it often receives a lukewarm reception.
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How Parents Can Teach Kids About Money
savings Start with small steps and take advantage of teachable moments.
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How U.S. Teens Rank in Financial Literacy
spending There’s room for improvement compared to other teens across the globe, according to a new international study.
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Smart Savings Tips for New Grads
Financial Planning You got the degree. But do you have a sound savings plan for life beyond college?
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Advice for the Middle Class
Feature Adapting is the name of the game in today's economy.
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Why Teens Need a Summer Job
savings Working can teach kids valuable lessons and help them build skills to land a full-time job.
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Should You Tell Your Kids How Much Money You Make?
savings Here's how to handle this tricky question, depending on the age of your child.
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How Parents Are Teaching Kids About Money
savings Surveys show that most parents are helping their children learn to be financially responsible, but there is room for improvement.
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How We Pick the Kip 25
Feature For this year's roster of our favorite no-load mutual funds, the toughest calls involved some of the best performers.
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How Much Should the Tooth Fairy Give?
savings Here are tips to help you figure out how much money to give your kids when they lose teeth.
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