Given the recent wave of lay offs, people around the country are contemplating their next step. Hiring has slowed. Job seekers are taking an average 4.5 months today to land a new gig, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. So more adults are thinking now is the time to return to the classroom. Personal [...]

The FDIC protects against losses on bank accounts, but what happens to your investments if a mutual fund company collapses? Personal finance news - CNNMoney.com

By now you’re well aware that the government recently approved a bill aimed to rescue America’s financial system. But in addition to approving billions to prop up banks, it also includes significant tax benefits for individuals. Personal finance news - CNNMoney.com