http://news.alibaba.com/personal-finance/feed/ The latest personal finance news, articles and galleries from around the world. en-us Alibaba http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/entrepreneur/100017747-1-financial-mistakes-could-haunt-you.html 27 Oct 2009 07:20:06 GMT After the sudden drop in the Dow this time last year, many investors were left to wonder what else could happen to deflate their savings and investment portfolios. We came up with a list of some of the scariest - and potentially most costly - financial mistakes you could make. Take steps now to ensure that you don't lose money by making some of these big, bad choices http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/entrepreneur/100017701-1-host-holiday-party-less.html 22 Oct 2009 06:40:48 GMT According to a poll done by ABC news, Americans are planning to spend an average of $1,096 on gifts this holiday season - surprisingly, it's up $207 from last year. Despite the recession, we still want to splurge on our loved ones. So how can we balance our holiday spending? One option is to throw an economical holiday party - without looking cheap. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/entrepreneur/100017597-1-5-hot-career-paths-future.html 20 Oct 2009 06:05:41 GMT Returning to school to upgrade (or begin) an education leading to a new career is nearly impossible for many of us. The time, money and skills involved are just to much for most working adults. But by using projections from the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, you can find work in the (soon-to-be) most cutting-edge industries in the world, in much less time and for less money! http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/markets/100102870-1-personal-finance%253A-goldfingers-wonder-when.html 15 May 2009 02:05:31 GMT LONDON, May 15 - Clark Berger gets almost misty-eyed as he reviews his first foray into the bullion market last August, after he had lost confidence in the banking system. "I love gold," said the... http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100190082-1-financial-mistakes-could-haunt-you.html 27 Oct 2009 02:29:48 GMT After the sudden drop in the Dow this time last year, many investors were left to wonder what else could happen to deflate their savings and investment portfolios. We came up with a list of some of the scariest - and potentially most costly - financial mistakes you could make. Take steps now to ensure that you don't lose money by making some of these big, bad choices http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100189772-1-three-tax-mistakes-you-make.html 26 Oct 2009 07:33:39 GMT Avoid IRS trouble by following these rules. http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100187855-1-10-jobs-high-pay%252C-low.html 22 Oct 2009 05:54:52 GMT You don't have to go to college earn a decent living. Some professions pay good salaries without requiring post-secondary schooling. http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100187837-1-host-holiday-party-less.html 22 Oct 2009 05:47:38 GMT According to a poll done by ABC news, Americans are planning to spend an average of $1,096 on gifts this holiday season - surprisingly, it's up $207 from last year. Despite the recession, we still want to splurge on our loved ones. So how can we balance our holiday spending? One option is to throw an economical holiday party - without looking cheap. http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100187039-1-4-home-upgrades-don%2527t-pay.html 21 Oct 2009 05:08:29 GMT If you're getting ready to put your house on the market, you have my condolences. It's no secret that the real estate market is extremely tough right now, particularly for sellers. Because the U.S. housing market is flooded with unsold inventory, homebuyers have countless choices available to them - which gives them all the power. If your home doesn't suit their fancy, they'll simply move along to next house on their mile-long property list. http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100186273-1-5-hot-career-paths-future.html 20 Oct 2009 05:17:40 GMT Returning to school to upgrade (or begin) an education leading to a new career is nearly impossible for many of us. The time, money and skills involved are just to much for most working adults. But by using projections from the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, you can find work in the (soon-to-be) most cutting-edge industries in the world, in much less time and for less money! http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100186267-1-11-ways-earn-cash-while.html 20 Oct 2009 05:11:59 GMT Want to earn a little cash while on your two-week vacation? Called a paycation, there are a number of ways to make holidays work for you, but it depends on how much time you want to sacrifice and what you intend to gain. Here are some options, in no particular order, that may suit your skills and preferences. http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100186258-1-hidden-costs-renting-basement.html 20 Oct 2009 05:06:34 GMT In times of economic uncertainty, renting the basement suite has become an increasingly popular way to generate extra income. Before going after the extra money, be sure to consider the impact of tenants on your property, your finances and your privacy. http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100186252-1-4-signs-your-home-overpriced.html 20 Oct 2009 05:00:35 GMT It's no secret that the housing market continues to struggle throughout much of the country. Although the first-time home buyer tax credit has certainly given the market a healthy boost, there is still a glut of unsold inventory out there - and as of right now, the tax credit is set to expire on December 1. http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100186249-1-cut-taxes-an-energy-efficient-home.html 20 Oct 2009 04:54:06 GMT If you're thinking home upgrades, this may be a good time to do them since you can take advantage of energy-efficient tax credits. For existing homes, federal tax credits are available for 30% of the cost, up to $1,500, for a range of renovations this year and 2010. Eligible work includes windows, doors, insulation, metal and asphalt roofs, HVAC, water heaters and biomass stoves, which include wood and pellet stoves. http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/entrepreneur/100185520-1-secret-consistent-returns-any-market.html 19 Oct 2009 04:55:08 GMT Before the market downturn, many people were feeling pretty good about their financial situation. The stock market was at all-time highs, houses seemed to be a gold mine and the job market was stable. This led some to take on more risk and concentrate their wealth into only one or two things. This meant that when things went south the losses were substantial. (Learn more about bubbles and busts in our Market Crash Tutorial.) http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/markets/100125191-1-world%2527s-richest-women.html 26 Jun 2009 06:19:54 GMT It looks like billionaire Abigail Johnson is moving closer to the Fidelity throne... http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/markets/100117884-1-how-foil-corporate-fraudster.html 12 Jun 2009 07:37:29 GMT It's scary how many "smart people" get taken for a ride... http://news.alibaba.com/article/detail/markets/100092701-1-billionaire-heiresses-watch.html 28 Apr 2009 07:26:24 GMT These hardworking heiresses are being groomed to run their family empires... http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/finance/100006008-1-nudging-wrong-direction.html 12 Dec 2008 07:10:13 GMT Minimum-payment requirements may be counterproductive... http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/finance/100005804-1-travel-strategies.html 11 Dec 2008 05:29:33 GMT We may never fully comprehend what's commonly known as "yield management" in the travel industry... http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/finance/100004701-1-how-find-great-holiday-deals.html 4 Dec 2008 05:22:53 GMT If there's a silver lining to this economy, it's that retailers are going to be scrambling to get consumers in stores... http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/finance/100004033-1-7-tips-shopping-closeout-sales.html 21 Nov 2008 09:15:47 GMT For cash-strapped consumers, the amount of money they spend during the holiday season this year is important . http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/personal/100003563-1-family-fun-budget.html 17 Nov 2008 09:23:48 GMT Keeping kids happy and entertained requires a little ingenuity but not a lot of money. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/personal/100003228-1-insurance-policies-you-don%2527t-need.html 13 Nov 2008 09:12:58 GMT Fear of the future sells insurance. Because we can't predict the future, we want to be ready to cover our financial needs if, or when, something bad happens. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/finance/100002958-1-ways-go-green-save-hundreds.html 11 Nov 2008 08:42:59 GMT Everywhere you turn these days, you hear about eco-friendly ways to live. One thing you don't usually hear is how the "three Rs" not only save the planet but help save you money. Check out how much money you can save by implementing these eight actions. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/finance/100002907-1-ways-cut-your-2008-tax.html 10 Nov 2008 09:40:49 GMT It's been a game-changing year for the economy and the stock markets, but even before the financial crisis, the folks in Washington were trying to show that they feel your pain. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/finance/100002900-1-you-need-safety-net.html 10 Nov 2008 07:37:09 GMT The annual U.S. personal savings rate has been hovering around zero since 2005. Credit is increasingly scarce. Your best defense: Start living within your means and put away some cash for emergencies. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/finance/100002840-1-how-get-cold-cash-tough.html 10 Nov 2008 06:50:38 GMT You've cut back on expenses and tapped your reserves, but you're still falling short. How to borrow money (very carefully) when you can't turn anywhere else. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/finance/100002828-1-things-do-your-money-right.html 7 Nov 2008 09:41:18 GMT Signs that the credit crunch is finally easing have emerged this week as big banks are lending to one another again. http://news.alibaba.com/gallery/detail/finance/100002705-1-unconventional-money-saving-tips.html 5 Nov 2008 10:06:56 GMT It's mostly about knowing yourself. It's about building self-discipline, and about learning to see money in new ways.