Latest articles by Elizabeth Leary
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You're Gonna Love Those Yields
investing By selling covered call options, these closed-end funds generate tons of cash.
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A Red Hot Momentum Fund
investing American Century Legacy Focused Large Cap returned a whopping 47% last year. Can it continue its success?
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A Deal on Rupert Murdoch
Markets News Corp.'s strategic positioning is not reflected in its share price.
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Update on Hedge Fund-Like Funds
investing Here's how our picks for funds that use hedging strategies have weathered the recent stormy markets.
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Two Worthy Funds Re-Open
investing Wasatch Ultra Growth and Wasatch Small Cap Value excel at finding quality in small companies.
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The ABCs of Municipal Bonds
investing Build schools and bridges and earn attractive tax-free yields. Here are three ways to invest.
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Three Top Tech Funds
investing These funds are worth a look even if the year's rally continues to fizzle.
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Fix Your Money Screw-Ups
Financial Planning No, your life isn't over. We show you easy ways to set right common blunders with your credit cards, student loans, parking tickets and more.
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Great Plays for a Weak Dollar
investing These two bond funds that invest in foreign debt get a boost from the greenback's decline.
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A Small Growth Fund on a Roll
investing Aston/Veredus Aggressive Growth has a choppy history, but the timing may be right for daring investors.
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A Little-Known Fund from a Proven Outfit
investing The manager of Lazard International Strategic Equity expects this fund to shine with the same investment approach Lazard Asset Management has used successfully for ten years.
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Fund Investing Made Easy
investing A menu of ideas for newbies.
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Junk Bond Funds Take a Beating
investing Northeast Investors has a solid record, but you should invest only if you can handle some volatility.
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Boost Your Career With Professional Classes
business Beefing up your skills can land you a raise or a promotion.
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Tight Times for Deep Value Investing
investing Scott Barbee, manager of Aegis Value, conserves cash when buying opportunities are scarce.
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Screening the World's Bargain Bins
investing Polaris Global Value uses computer models to find underpriced stocks around the world. Manager Bernard Horn reveals where he sees value now.
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Dip Your Toes Into Stocks With Bonds
Markets Convertible bonds pay interest but can also grow like stocks.
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Finding Value in Mega-Caps
investing Matrix Advisors Value's decision to load up on undervalued giants is finally paying off.
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Index Funds With a Conscience
Index Funds If you like the idea of socially screened funds but are bothered by their tendency to underperform the market, you may be a candidate for a socially screened index fund.
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Stealthy Stock Picker
Markets Despite the silly shtick, Oxford Club has delivered good gains.
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Tame Your Credit Card Debt
credit & debt Have you gone a little wild with your plastic? These six strategies will help you regain control.
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A Solid High-Yield Muni Bond Fund
investing Northern High Yield delivers a big tax-free yield with little risk.
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Video Glasses Bring Big Picture to Small Screen
Technology Not wild about watching TV episodes and movies on your tiny MP3 player? Futuristic eyewear can give you a more engrossing experience.
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