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How Does Market Plunge Impact My 401(k)?

The historic losses on Wall Street frayed the nerves of many Americans whose retirement is tied to a 401(k). More Details
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How Does Dow Drop Compare In Timeline?

Stock Market Plunge May Be Time To Buy

Which Are Top Global Stock Markets?

What Defines Recession, Depression?

What Do Economic Terms Mean?

Stay Away From Market Coverage, Expert Says

Which Companies Are Victims Of Economy?

Is Your Money Safe In The Bank?

Which Jobs Are Safest In Tough Economy?

Federal Reserve Operates Outside Government

Nervous About Layoffs? Heed Survival Tips

Some Companies Gain Despite Ailing Economy

Stories From Viewers

Share Your Story: How Has The Economy Affected You?

The economy slowdown is having some real effects on regular people. What's your story? More Details

Viewer Stories: Living Paycheck To Paycheck

Viewer Stories: I Lost My Job

Viewer Stories: Retirement Prospects Dim

Viewer Stories: Housing Market Victims

Viewer Stories: Gas Price Woes

Viewer Stories: Single Parents Struggle

Housing Savings

Buying Or Renting? Make Most Of Economy

To rent or to buy? That may be the question, but the answer's not always easy. More Details

Should I Buy Home, Condo For Retirement?

Interactive: Big Names In Financial Crisis

How I Finally Sold My House After 9 Months

Survive The Foreclosure Crisis

Dining Out With CouponMom.com

Save Money At Restaurants With Kids

Try to find easy ways to save money so you can still enjoy eating out with your kids. More Details

Who Is Coupon Mom?

Save With Restaurant Coupons, Discounts

Dine Out For Less With Gift Certificates

Spend Wisely On Your Daily Lunch

Coupon Mom Video

Learn To Shop Like A Pro This Holiday Season

Coupon Mom Stephanie Nelson lets you in on some secrets to help you spend less and save more this holiday season. More Details

Who Is Coupon Mom?

How To Stretch The Holiday Budget

Save On Holiday Hotel Stays

Save On Car Rentals For The Holidays

Save Money With Strategic Shopping

Online Shopping Can Save Money

Plan An Affordable Holiday Grocery Trip

Restaurant Gift Certificates Help Save

Entertainment Savings

Digital Cameras 101 Laid Out For Beginners

A beginner's crash course to buying and maintaining a digital camera. More Details

Beat Economic Blues By Finding Cheap Drinks

Tips To Save Money On Game Day

Which Movies Deserve Your Hard-Earned Cash?

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Grocery Savings

Tight Times? Healthy Food Still In Reach

Making a meal last more than one day can help you survive tough financial times. Learn other ways to afford good food. More Details
Good Food Under $1

Tips For Saving Money At The Grocery Store

Look Down At The Grocery Store

Save Big On Next Month's Grocery Bill

How To Buy Organic Food Inexpensively

For Supermarket Savings, Control Impulses

Vend For Yourself: Save Money Snacking

Cost of Living Savings

Save On Health Care In Tough Times

The outlook on Wall Street may have you worrying about your personal finances. But if you spend money to stay healthy, there are ways to save. More Details

Treat Your Cold Without Spending Much

When Should I Use My Credit Card?

Alternative Heating Systems Can Cut Costs

Easy Ways You Can Save Energy, Money

Home Heating To Be More Costly This Winter

Economy Could Plunder Holiday Shopping

Is Timing Right For Your New Small Business?

Solid Credit Means Sweet Credit Card Offers

How To Save Money On Food Delivery

Gas Savings

Get The Latest On Gas Prices

Keep tabs on the latest news, and calculate the cost of a trip in our special section. More Details

Which Hybrid Vehicles Can Save You Money?

Will Ethanol Harm Your Car, Mileage?

Cut Your Commuting Costs

Travel Savings

Volunteer Your Way To Cheaper Vacation

If you're looking for an inexpensive trip that gets you into beautiful backcountry with a guide, consider a volunteer wilderness trip. More Details
Slideshow: Volunteers Help In Utah's Backcountry

Tips On Getting Best Hotel Deal

Landing Good Airplane Seats

Looking To Save On Your Next Trip?

Eat On The Cheap While Traveling

House-Swapping Helps You Travel Cheaply