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When it comes to records and important papers, most of us fall short of being as organized as we should be. This checklist may help. Ask yourself, "Do I have...

Cruising is the fastest-growing type of vacation in North America, posting annual double-digit gains, according to Cruise Lines International Association. That's not too surprising, though, when you consider that only...

Suppose you own a rental house and receive just enough money from your tenants each month to cover the costs of your 8.5 percent mortgage. Perusing the real estate section...

After 104 years, Chippewa Springs Ltd. was ready for an extension of its product line. So the company, which bottles spring water at its source in Chippewa Falls, Wis., has...

Balloon mortgages can be scary because they end abruptly after a short period-five to seven years-and then require you to refinance, sell the property or come up with a bundle...

You want to make a smooth puree of some cooked ingredient. Do you turn to a blender or a food processor? Either one, but you use them differently. In a...

Glen Tabor has always liked the idea of a special credit life insurance policy backing the loan on his cars. He likes the financial protection it provides even though he...

Put away your heavy beads and sequins. Eveningwear for spring is billowy, soft, flowing and bare. Increasingly adventurous shoppers are turning to pants as a new way to be sophisticated,...

Suppose you own a rental house and receive just enough money from your tenants each month to cover the costs of your 8.5 percent mortgage. Perusing the real estate section...

Susan Williams has moved 15 times in 11 years, including one move overseas. Marjorie Parker has made eight moves in 15 years. Katie McCullough called six houses home in eight...