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August 20, 2012

Does DFA hit its benchmarks?

The funds of Dimensional Fund Advisors aim to deliver the returns of specific asset classes, but have they delivered?
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Published on August 20, 2012 11:14

August 17, 2012

Should you dump your international stocks?

Despite financial problems in Europe, international investing still has a place in portfolios
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Published on August 17, 2012 11:14

August 16, 2012

Facebook: What to do after the "lock-up" expires

To make smarter investing decisions, know what to expect when insiders are freed to sell shares in a company post-IPO
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Published on August 16, 2012 03:55

August 15, 2012

How to figure out if you're financially secure

In a new book, two seasoned investment pros describe how you can tell if you're getting good financial advice
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Published on August 15, 2012 09:47

August 14, 2012

A hidden danger of variable annuities

Variable annuities tend be costly and complex -- now here's another reason to beware of these investments
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Published on August 14, 2012 04:00

August 13, 2012

How to evaluate index and passive funds

Two funds sharing similar names don't necessarily have the same stock exposures
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Published on August 13, 2012 09:35

August 10, 2012

Like pain? Check your portfolio

The more frequently you check your portfolio, the more likely you are to see a loss and feel its pain
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Published on August 10, 2012 04:00

August 9, 2012

Does your pension fund have a gambling problem?

Big pension funds are feeling the pinch and placing risky bets in hopes of making up the shortfall
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Published on August 09, 2012 04:00

August 8, 2012

Why investors can ignore the mini-flash crash

The trading glitch caused by Knight Capital and high-frequency trading shouldn't change how you view the stock market
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Published on August 08, 2012 09:58

August 7, 2012

Should you listen to Bill Gross?

While bond investor Bill Gross is highly respected, his record on predictions hasn't exactly been stellar
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Published on August 07, 2012 04:36

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