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Figuring out your finances doesn't have to be tough for 20-somethings. Learn more about careers, budgeting, investing, and paying off your debt.
Katy Marquardt
A lawsuit alleges that excessive charges cost employees millions.
Kim Palmer (Jeffrey MacMillan for USN&WR)
On Day 2 of the challenge, one personal finance writer advocates splurging.
Big Green Purse author says being Earth-friendly can also be wallet-friendly.
A mature man and women with binoculars (Tanya Constantine/Digital Vision/Getty Images)
Three couples discuss how they decided.
Oregon's Wyden defends his and Obama's proposal for reform.
One-hundred dollar bill in the grass. (Nicholas Eveleigh/Photodisc/Getty Images)
Lean times can mean opportunity for consumers with financial stability.
Woman holding a wallet (Image Source Pink/Getty Images)
The author of Generation Debt on paying off loans and living within your means
Be warned: Not all contracts deliver on their promises.
Bubble baths and learning to cook can reduce costs during tighter times.
FILE Gold bullion bars are seen for sale at Manfra, Tordella and Brookes, Inc. January 9, 2003 in New York City. The price of gold has risen by nearly 30 percent over the past year with investors looking for stability as war with Iraq has become more likely. (Mario Tama/Getty Images)
The weak dollar, soaring oil prices, and fears of inflation keep pushing the price higher.
Your boss is your enemy in a salary negotiation, so lay out a clever strategy to win the salary battle.
His and Hers piggy banks. (Jeffrey MacMillan for USN&WR)
Separate finances can help, especially when boomers remarry.
Tips for Saving Money USN&WR
Saving money, especially in tough times, goes far beyond cutting out luxuries. Visit our Money Saving Center for strategies on budgeting for travel, education, food, and entertainment.
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Jim Pethokoukis
Time is running out for the horrific downturn that many bears have predicted.
MoneyMatters: Kirk Shinkle and Katy Marquardt
Reports suggest emptier skies ahead.
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Narcotics officers seize $4.5 million of drugs from California residence.
Rick Newman
There are bright spots in the gloom, if you know where to look.
Marianne Lavelle. (Charlie Archambault for USN&WR)
The price run-up was predicted months ago.
David LaGesse
Personalization means advertisers will know who turned on the TV.
Warren Buffett (James Shepherd for USN&WR)
OK, you might not amass $52 billion, but mimicking the "Oracle of Omaha" is a good start.
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