Interview by Donna Rosato, Money Magazine senior writer May 28, 2008 (Money Magazine) — Your credit-card terms are usurious; your mortgage contract disguises the real cost of your home; and you need a magnifying glass to catch all the fees… Continue Reading
By Janice Revell, Money Magazine senior writer June 3, 2008 NEW YORK (Money Magazine) — The jig is up. For years, politicians have been playing what amounts to a multi-trillion-dollar shell game with state and local pensions. They’ve doled out… Continue Reading
Honda to sell new gas-electric hybrid next year, outlines strategy for plant cost cuts May 21, 2008 NEW YORK (Associated Press) – Honda will sell a new, improved and affordable gas-electric hybrid in the U.S., Japan and Europe starting in… Continue Reading
June 2, 2008 By TERRY SAVAGE savage@suntimes.com The world of student loans just became more complicated, unfair and expensive for some borrowers, while others are about to get a great deal! It all depends on whether you’re borrowing now —… Continue Reading
Most planners will give you a free consultation, but good advice will probably require more than that. By the Mole, Money Magazine’s undercover financial planner May 14, 2008 I am reluctant to get a financial planner. Will they do an… Continue Reading
By Ylan Q. Mui, Washington Post May 31, 2008 Dearest Dad, You know I love you. I really do. But don’t expect much from me this Father’s Day. I’m broke. Not so broke that I’m eating ramen and putting my… Continue Reading
By Walecia Konrad, Money Magazine contributing writer Ever since Yvette Mesquita took over her father’s finances, she’s felt as if she’s had two jobs. Two years ago, Bill Mesquita’s longtime companion died. Overcome with grief, he wasn’t able to keep… Continue Reading
By KELLY SPORS, in the Wall Street Journal small business section Q: How can I find an energy auditor for my business, and what’s the cost? A: First, check if your business qualifies for a free audit. Many utility companies… Continue Reading
By LEE GOMES Do you think that billionaire Internet moguls should continue to benefit from a tax loophole that hurts parks and schools, and makes it harder for your neighborhood bookstore to keep open for business? I didn’t think you… Continue Reading
By the Mole, Money Magazine’s undercover financial planner Last Updated: May 21, 2008: 1:40 PM EDT Question: I’m tired of paying so much in taxes. What investments will lower my taxes? The Mole’s Answer: I am… Continue Reading
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