Economy

What should boomers do about retirement savings in shaky economy?

Rita R. Robison / March 27, 2008

What a new survey shows As economic indicators head downward, many baby boomers interviewed in a survey say they’re less

Is the Iraq War impacting the U.S. economy?

Rita R. Robison / March 19, 2008

On the Fifth Anniversary of the Iraq War, debate is heightening about whether the costs of the war are causing

This week's top 10 money tips

1. Look for some of the best deals of the year at Black Friday sales.

2. Make a list and a budget for the holidays so you don’t end up with depressing debt in January.

3. Check out these six expenses that could get quietly more expensive due to inflation.

4. Take a look at what’s causing HOA fees to go up so much.

5. Check out these 11 ways to grow your wealth.

6. Upload your utility bill to Consumer Reports, and it will tell you what’s driving up the costs.

7. Take a look at what five economists have to say about whether prices will ever go down.

8. Be aware JetBlue has raised its checked baggage fees for the second time this year.

9. Watch out for holiday scams so you don’t end up holding an empty bag.

10. Take a look at what $10,000 a month will get you in five retirement hot spots.

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November 5, 2026