Your Money Resolutions 2011 - Special Report
In Focus
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Money is a common thread to New Year's resolutions. And though the calendar shouldn't make much difference in our lives when it comes to change, the new year provides incentive enough for many. Thus our special report, "Your Money Resolutions."
Investing
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The bounce in stocks in 2010, and the drop in bond prices in the year’s final months, means one sure thing: most investment portfolios need to be reviewed and asset allocations adjusted.
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The financial crisis left many investors blaming their advisors for big losses, but two and a half years later, financial advice is back on the agenda for many Americans.
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Big is better this year, especially multinationals in energy, health care , tech and industrials. "Don’t be underweight in global gorillas that are under loved,” says one strategist.
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For investors looking to reallocate their tech portfolio for long-term growth, it’s all about the network. Still in its early stages, it could provide a boost to several sectors.
Living
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To ace this one you'll need to get a job, pay down debt, save some money and learn to live within a budget. For extra credit, start planning for retirement.
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The job may not offer the same salary, benefits or career trajectory, so the newly rehired need to step back and assess how their current compensation might impact both their short- and long-term financial goals In the current economy, however, it may not offer the same salary, benefits or career trajectory
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Most credit card companies, eager to collect on overdue balances, offer card holders an opportunity to re-age delinquent accounts, changing it from past due to current, but you'll need to meet certain conditions.
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Maybe it's the turning of the calendar or that little bit of a tailwind in our economy's sail, but if you’re thinking about retirement, do something about it. Say yes to the New Year, not to the old you.
Interactive Features
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US stock-market indices are back to levels not since since the dark days of Fall 2008, and historical market patterns are on the side of a continued rally. Nevertheless, retail investors have been reluctant to jump back in.
Slideshows
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There's a bit of buzz about Wall Street again and reail investors are eyeing the stock market for the first time in years. Here's a guide to investing.
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2010 was an interesting year for investors, and for the most part, the big money was made in some of the more non-traditional places. So, what were the best investments of the year?
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Though they may be bold, they are certainly in the realm of possibilities. So, take a look at who at CNBC is saying what, in their own words.
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Following are the Fast Money icons — some of the greatest traders of all time.