Thomas M. Anderson
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A Gift Registry for College Savings
Paying for College Mark your grandchild's birthday by giving a chunk of tuition.
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Beat High Prices
spending Worried about inflation? Three families tell how they save thousands on food, gas and more.
By Amy Bickers
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A Food Stock for Your Shopping List
Markets General Mills continues to increase sales and profits in a tough environment as the stock rewards investors.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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Bridgeway Balanced: Steady Performer
investing This unusual balanced fund from a first-rate firm grinds out consistent returns with low volatility.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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Giving with Strings Attached
investing A guide to making sure your gift accomplishes what you want it to.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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Beat Back Investment Fees
investing Making a buck on your investments is tough enough without watching your profits nibbled away by fees that are pesky at best and punitive at worst.
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Dollar Tree Stretches a Buck
Markets A new store concept and savvy merchandising keeps this deep-discount retailer ahead of rivals and inflation.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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Global Balanced ETFs: Worth a Look
investing Because of the lack of choices among global balanced funds, consider these three exchange traded funds from PowerShares.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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Southwest Airlines: Best of the Worst
Markets Airline stocks make terrible long-term investments, but the discounting pioneer has an edge over its rivals.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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AIG: Not as Simple as It Seems
Markets The stock of the global insurance giant looks attractively priced, but it's difficult to value the company's complex businesses.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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Buy Pimco's Black Sheep
investing The bet is that a top shop's junk muni fund will recover quickly.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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Exelon: Atomic Power Play
Markets The nation's largest operator of nuclear power plants benefits from the green movement.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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When to Accept a Job Buyout
retirement Consider the severance package, health benefits and pension payments.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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Jos. A. Bank: Clearance Sale
Markets Investor sentiment is stacked against the stock of this men's clothing retailer, but the beaten-down shares appear to be a bargain.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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Monsanto: A Real Growth Stock
Markets Shares of this innovative seed and herbicide company will blossom for years to come.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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Three Electrifying Stocks
Markets This trio will benefit as utilities push to upgrade the electric transmission and distribution system in the U.S.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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Altria Versus Philip Morris International
Markets After a spinoff, investors can choose between a steady U.S. tobacco company and its faster-growing international business.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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Jim Barrow's Take on the Market
investing The veteran manager of Vanguard Windsor II and Vanguard Selected Value tells us where he sees bargains.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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Raymond James: On Solid Ground
Markets This financial company hasn't been tainted by subprime mortgages. Even better, the shares are relatively inexpensive.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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Cash in on Lower Interest Rates
investing Borrowers with stellar credit will grab the best deals on mortgages, credit cards and car loans.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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What You Need to Know About Computer Repair
Technology Even if you're not a certified geek, you may be able to troubleshoot your ailing PC.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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Penn National: A Roll of the Dice
Markets Investors could gain nearly 50% in less than three months from a buyout, but consider the risks first.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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Best DRIPs for a Bear Market
Markets Three low-cost dividend reinvestment plans give investors an easy way to dip their toes into a choppy market.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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Three Funds That Cut Risk
investing These hedge-like mutual funds should hold up well in a bear market.
By Thomas M. Anderson
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