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To Beat the S&P 500, Try the Other S&P 500
Hough: For equal-weight indexing fans, "the market" is doing just fine -- and closing in on an all-time high.

Should Married Taxpayers File Separately?
Bischoff: Conventional wisdom says no, but for some couples filing separately is actually the best move.

How Food Fads Can Nourish a Start-Up
Machan: Going gluten-free may be good for you -- as well as for these companies.

Job Hunting: When Parents Run the Show
As 20-somethings struggle in a tough economy, their moms and dads are writing their resumes, tracking them on LinkedIn, and even going along for the job interview.

Is the 4% Rule Still Viable?
Ruffenach: A fresh look at the 4% retirement-withdrawal rule.

Retire Here, Not There: South Carolina
Scores of retirees have discovered Hilton Head Island. Here are four less expensive options.

Experts Explain: Protecting Your Identity Online
Video: There are a few simple precautions you can take to keep your ID and your money safe from hackers.

Will Facebook's IPO Billions Ruin Its Future?
Video: SmartMoney reporter Quentin Fottrell visits Mean Street to discuss how the company's future could significantly change.

Experts Explain: How to Choose a Tax Preparer
Video: Some tips to get the most for your money when picking a tax pro.

Attack of the Fine Print
Video: Small print has become a giant menace, costing consumers a $250 million a year.

A Closer Look at Mitt Romney's Tax Return
Candidate Romney's 2010 filing is a case study in tax planning. Here is a guided tour.

Trust Me, I'm a Fund Manager
Financial firms are rolling out a bevy of mutual funds that let their managers invest in pretty much anything. Should investors give them the reins?

A New Coupon Source: Your Account Statement
Deal of the Day: Next time you check your balance, check out these new ways to save.

More Tax Implications of Foreclosures
Bischoff: In Part 2 of a two-part series, we look at the little-known tax impact of a "nonrecourse" mortgage foreclosure.

The Tax Implications of Foreclosures
Bischoff: In Part 1 of a two-part series, we look at the federal tax implications of a principal residence foreclosure.