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The U.S. is a mess. Should we invest overseas?

The U.S. is a mess. Should we invest overseas?

2:08pm: We all want to be patriotic, but aren't there more fiscally responsible places to invest in that may offer a better landscape? More

Retirement: What's your magic number?
Aug 26: How much you need to retire is a squishy estimate. How do you really know if you're nest egg is on target? More
Do high-cost funds pay off?
Aug 24: Actively-managed funds don't usually outperform their low-cost counterparts, so think before you pay the extra fees. More
Will the next pop be the bond bubble bursting?
Aug 19: Investors need to be alert to the risks of investing in bonds, but there isn't a bubble waiting to be pricked. More
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Money Magazine: The long view
Rethinking the risk of stocks
Yes, stocks have torn it up lately. But you still need to plan for big plunges down the road. More
How Uncle Sam wants to boost your retirement
A pair of 401(k) proposals being discussed in D.C. could help you plan better for retirement income. More
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25 Best Places to Retire
25 Best Places to RetireThinking about your post-work home? These towns have it all. More
Get on track for retirement
Are you doing the right things? Do you have the right investments? More
Ultimate guide to retirement
From 401(k)s to annuities, get all your retirement questions answered in our new comprehensive guide.  More
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