8 Smart Money Moves for 2008
Credit is tightening, house prices are falling, consumer confidence is slipping, and the economy is stumbling. In times like these, some quick thinking is obviously in order. U.S. News's finance writers devised some strategies for what could be a rocky 2008.
Personal Finance Guide: 8 Smart Money Moves for 2008 (Harry Campbell for USN&WR)
Invest With Superstars
Pump up your portfolio by following all-star managers whose funds aren’t tied to any specific investing style.
Personal Finance Guide: 8 Smart Money Moves for 2008 (Harry Campbell for USN&WR)
Try a Spunky Car
Save money on both buying and fueling your vehicle by picking one with a hot new four-cylinder engine.
Personal Finance Guide: 8 Smart Money Moves for 2008 (Harry Campbell for USN&WR)
Upgrade Your PC
Computer memory is available at fire-sale prices. Bulk up, and watch your PC zoom through its tasks.
Personal Finance Guide: 8 Smart Money Moves for 2008 (Harry Campbell for USN&WR)
Shop Online
Forget the mall. Head to the couch. Online shopping can save you time, money, and precious sanity.
Personal Finance Guide: 8 Smart Money Moves for 2008 (Harry Campbell for USN&WR)
Stock Up on Bargains
A jittery market has been tough on the financial and retail sectors. So now is your chance to pounce on choice values.
Personal Finance Guide: 8 Smart Money Moves for 2008 (Harry Campbell for USN&WR)
Rake In Google Gains
Does Google stock seem too rich? Sleep tight by harvesting some profits soon and then holding on for the long term.
Personal Finance Guide: 8 Smart Money Moves for 2008 (Harry Campbell for USN&WR)
Rent, Don't Buy
Is homeownership all it’s cracked up to be? Not when house prices are dropping. It may be time to rent.
Personal Finance Guide: 8 Smart Money Moves for 2008 (Harry Campbell for USN&WR)
Be a Savvy Traveler
The greenback is down, and Europe can be absurdly pricey. But dollar-wise Americans can still travel in style.
Illustrations by Harry Campbell for USN&WR
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