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Ben Stein How Not to Ruin Your Life

Drawing on the fundamentals of finance and his trademark wit, economist Ben Stein offers easy-to-follow advice on index funds, mutual funds, annuities, real estate, and the secrets of a building a winning stock portfolio. "How Not to Ruin Your Life" appears every other Monday exclusively on Yahoo! Finance. View Ben's Bio

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Recessions Are in the Eye of the Beholder

2008-05-12 00:00:26

Despite what you may have read, heard, and watched, the U.S. economy isn't on the brink of a second Great Depression. ...Read full article

A Year of Living Dangerously

2008-04-28 00:00:15

Bearing up to the year's market turbulence? Take a few lessons from a self-described permabull who's in the same boat. ...Read full article

Want to Survive the Recession? Work It Out

2008-04-14 00:00:07

Even in the economy's darkest hour businesses need hardworking employees. Be one and you can whistle past the graveyard. ...Read full article

Go Figure: Gloomy Market Numbers Need Scrutiny

2008-03-31 00:00:30

The S and P 500's dismal 10-year performance is depressing news, but the truth lies in how you crunch the numbers. ...Read full article

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