Candice Lee Jones
Contributing Writer, Kiplinger.com
10 More Quirky Economic Indicators
Economic Forecasts
10 More Quirky Economic Indicators
Many Americans struggle to decipher news about producer prices, inflation, consumer confidence and other factors that are supposed to shed light on th…
January 1, 2012
15 Gift Ideas That Keep on Giving
Smart Buying
15 Gift Ideas That Keep on Giving
More thoughtful than cash, these personal and practical gifts can help the recipients save money or boost income.
November 23, 2011
10 More Quirky Economic Indicators
Economic Forecasts
10 More Quirky Economic Indicators
There are a lot of traditional benchmarks to gauge the economy. This list does not include them.
October 26, 2011
Not Quite Ready to Retire
retirement
Not Quite Ready to Retire
Walter Gadkowski, an anesthesiologist, left his full-time job and now takes temporary physician assignments several months each year.
February 28, 2011
Cash for Gold
Smart Buying
Cash for Gold
Should you mail in Grandma's old brooch?
December 14, 2010
How Green Is Your Label?
real estate
How Green Is Your Label?
Some identify products that may be good for your health or help save the environment, but only one focuses on saving you money.
June 8, 2010
My Story: Going for Gold, Staying Out of the Red
Financial Planning
My Story: Going for Gold, Staying Out of the Red
Olympic steeplechase hopeful Mason Cathey, of Indianapolis, Indiana, is in training for the 2012 London Games while keeping her finances on track.
June 4, 2010
Unreal Real Estate
Scams
Unreal Real Estate
Ads that promise big gains with no money down are back on the air.
May 31, 2010
Best Cities 2010: Rochester, Minn.
business
Best Cities 2010: Rochester, Minn.
High-tech, health-care and hospitality industries fuel growth in our number-six pick for Best Cities for the Next Decade.
May 26, 2010
Debtors Beware
credit & debt
Debtors Beware
Debt-settlement agencies that promise relief can add to woes.
April 9, 2010
Car-Rental Firms Punish No-Shows
Travel
Car-Rental Firms Punish No-Shows
Expect to pay a fee if you don't cancel your reservation.
February 4, 2010
As Seen on TV: Savings at a price
real estate
As Seen on TV: Savings at a price
You can buy straight from the factory, but it will cost you.
January 11, 2010
Protect Your Valentine Diamond
insurance
Protect Your Valentine Diamond
Insuring your precious jewels should not be forgotten.
December 23, 2009
Holiday Tipping When Money is Tight
Smart Buying
Holiday Tipping When Money is Tight
How to mind your manners without busting your budget.
December 9, 2009
Where to Go for Holiday Help on the Web
Smart Buying
Where to Go for Holiday Help on the Web
Our list of sites makes it easy to find deals on gift and travel, choose a charity and manage your holiday spending.
November 20, 2009
My Wallet Was Stolen: 4 Lessons Learned
credit & debt
My Wallet Was Stolen: 4 Lessons Learned
Follow these tips so thieves don't target you -- and if they do, you'll be prepared.
November 13, 2009
Black Friday Bargains Beckon
Smart Buying
Black Friday Bargains Beckon
Retailers are pulling out all the stops to lure reluctant shoppers.
November 12, 2009
Happy Holidays on a Budget
Smart Buying
Happy Holidays on a Budget
Put away the plastic and put a realistic plan in place.
November 5, 2009
A Gift Card That Gives Back
Smart Buying
A Gift Card That Gives Back
Here is a holiday gift idea that really pays it forward.
November 4, 2009
As Seen on TV: Reverse-Mortgage Pitch is Legit
real estate
As Seen on TV: Reverse-Mortgage Pitch is Legit
Reverse loans let seniors convert equity to cash, but at a price.
October 31, 2009
Amazing Deals and Scary Risks of Peer-to-Peer Online Shopping
Smart Buying
Amazing Deals and Scary Risks of Peer-to-Peer Online Shopping
EBay is about to turn 15, but there’s always lots to learn
about buying from your peers online.
September 1, 2009
Skip This Pitch
insurance
Skip This Pitch
Life insurance with no questions asked is a pricey last resort.
July 6, 2009
10 Quirky Economic Indicators
Economic Forecasts
10 Quirky Economic Indicators
These off beat barometers of the economy can give you much needed guidance for your portfolio or simply a good laugh.
June 13, 2009
Hasta La Vista
Technology
Hasta La Vista
Microsoft's Windows 7 is faster and less clunky.
May 31, 2009
Pint-Size Stock Pickers
Markets
Pint-Size Stock Pickers
Students at this school have a vested interest in the market.
May 28, 2009
Simplify Your Life
Financial Planning
Simplify Your Life
Streamline your finances, cut the clutter and free up time for things that matter.
May 19, 2009
Take a Service Sabbatical
savings
Take a Service Sabbatical
Would you trade your job for volunteer work?
May 19, 2009