Kiplinger Personal Finance

Four Reasons for Economic Optimism
And four signposts to help spot the recovery we see coming around the middle of 2009.

Retirees and the Shrinking Nest Egg
Preretirees and retirees have taken the brunt of the downturn. These tools can help make the best of it.

Land on Your Feet After a Downsizing
Experience counts if you're looking for a job in the same line of work.

Sweet Deals on New Cars
Slow sales in 2008 mean dealers are desperate to move the merchandise. Bottom line: You call the shots on a new-car deal.

Three Smart Money Moves for the New Year
What can I do now to get 2009 off to a good start?

Best Customers Aren't Just the Big Buyers
Identifying and coddling your best customers is crucial in a bad economy, but you have to know who they are. And the definition has changed forever.

Eight Keys to Financial Security
Pay yourself first. Protect your loved ones. Borrow sparingly. And don't go for the home run.

The 11 Most Overlooked Tax Deductions
Don't overpay your taxes because of a simple oversight. Here are the most common errors taxpayers make on their returns.

Five Steps to Hiring a Tax Pro
Need professional help with your return? Here's how to find the right person for the job.

Educating Workers Is No. 1 Priority
Business and Uncle Sam are working hard to ensure that the USA stays competitive.

Green Computing Roaring Ahead Despite Economy
The biggest developments in the greening of IT and computing are good news for business, since they are about cutting costs as well as energy use.

The Best Funds for 2009
Position yourself for better times with my top five picks for the new year.

30 Best Travel Sites
Find the best deals for plane tickets, hotel rooms, vacation packages and car rentals, domestic or abroad, without leaving your desk.

You Get What You Pay For
The airfares may be low, but the fees can add up.

Flying Doesn't Have to be Such a Bummer
What you can do to make the best of today's unfriendly skies.