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It's Your Money: Foreclosure Programs

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Taxes on a budget
Taxes on a budget
Check out the deals you can find to get your income taxes prepared and filed this year.More >>
Filing taxes online
Filing taxes online
The best options for filing taxes online this year.More >>
Project Money: Finale
Project Money: Finale
Almost a year ago, four local families began a family finance competition to win $10,000. Now, we have a winner in Summit Credit Union's first Project Money.More >>
Personal incomes grow in November
Personal incomes grow in November
Personal incomes rose in November at the fastest pace in six monthsMore >>
Spend your flex money before the end of the year
Spend your flex money before the end of the year
Now is the time to check your flex spending account and make sure you don't leave any money on the table.More >>
It's Your Money: Tech Deals
It's Your Money: Tech Deals
A look at some best buys when it comes to tech gear; from flat screen TV's to phones.More >>
It's Your Money: saving on fall destinations
It's Your Money: saving on fall destinations
Now is a great time to get away on vacation; smaller crowds and lower prices are just two good reasons. In Monday night's It's Your Money report, Greg Jeschke looks at the top five fall travel destinationsMore >>
It's Your Money: Secret Scores
It's Your Money: Secret Scores
Companies are keeping "secret scores" on your financial habits and you'll never know it; until you apply for credit or a loan.More >>
Hair care on a budget
Hair care on a budget
How to keep your hair beautiful and stylish without having to spend big bucks at a hair stylist.More >>
It's Your Money: Hiring Home Fix-ups
It's Your Money: Hiring Home Fix-ups
In this economic climate, we're all buckling down and trying to avoid hiring outside help for our household fixes. But sometimes you need a pro for those jobs you can't or don't want to do yourself. Finding the right person at the right price, in this It's Your Money report.More >>
Netbooks put to the test
Netbooks put to the test
The latest trend in laptops is netbooks; small, lightweight, inexpensive computers primarily designed for web browsing and emailing.More >>
Generic verses Name Brand beauty products
Generic verses Name Brand beauty products
Generic or store-brand beauty products are gaining in popularity because of their lower cost. But are they as good as their brand-name counterparts? More >>
Project Money 5
Project Money 5
In the fifth installment of our Project Money series, we find out how one of the teams got more than $20,000 in credit card debt, and how she's starting to pay it off.More >>
It's Your Money: Pet Care Costs
It's Your Money: Pet Care Costs
A recent poll of female shoppers found that 68% were willing to switch brands of their over the counter medications to save money, but only 29% would change their dog food. But just because you want to give your pets the best doesn't mean you have to spend a lot.

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It's Your Money: Personal Websites
It's Your Money: Personal Websites
Finding a job these days can be tough work. The way to distinguish yourself from the crowd may be to create your own website. In this It's Your Money report, how to go online with you.comMore >>
It's Your Money: Neighbor Sharing
It's Your Money: Neighbor Sharing
MADISON (WKOW)--As the recession, or at least its effects, lingers, more people are looking for ways to cut back. One way is something we learned as children: sharing. Click the red camera icon to learnMore >>
It's Your Money: Orphaned 401k
It's Your Money: Orphaned 401k
Imagine trying to get your money from a 401k plan, only to find out it's there, but you can't touch it! It's another effect of the recession. In this It's Your Money report, what can you do to protect yourself.More >>
Improving memory=pay more attention!
Improving memory=pay more attention!
Do you find yourself in that awkward situation where you're introduced to someone and five minutes later you've forgotten her name? The problem might be that there's a lot more information to commit to memory these days. We have some strategies and tips to improve your memory, in this It's Your Money Report. More >>
It's Your Money: Avoid Online Scams
It's Your Money: Avoid Online Scams
A growing number of people spend time bidding on items in online auctions. In this It's Your Money report, how to protect yourself on websites that auction off or sell used goods. More >>
It's Your Money: Buying a home
It's Your Money: Buying a home
Americans are starting to buy homes again. June was the third straight month new home sales have increased. In this It's Your Money report, how the landscape has changed when it comes to buying a home.More >>
It's Your Money: Late Fees
It's Your Money: Late Fees
The last thing any of us needs in this economy are late fees. But if you're living paycheck to paycheck, sometimes they're unavoidable. In this It's Your Money report, some strategies that can minimize or even eliminate late fees.More >>
Bernanke: slow recovery ahead
Bernanke: slow recovery ahead
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said Tuesday that it may take awhile for most Americans to notice that the economy is pulling out of the recession. More >>
Product Test: Thermal food containers
Product Test: Thermal food containers
As more people take their lunch to work or school instead of eating out, there's been a run on containers that keep food hot or cold. We put those containers to the test in this It's Your Money report.

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It's Your Money: socially responsible investing
It's Your Money: socially responsible investing
More people want more than profit when they invest in the stock market. They also want to know that their money is going to a good cause.More >>
People spending less on pet care
People spending less on pet care
Pet owners know that regular visits to the veternarian can be critical to your animal's health. In this It's Your Money report, options for pet owners faced with the tough decision of how to spend less on pet care.

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Saving on cell phone bills
Saving on cell phone bills
Looking to save money on your cell phone bills? Read on...More >>
New GM hits the road without a Janesville plant
New GM hits the road without a Janesville plant
Even though General Motors chose a future without a Janesville plant, Wiscsonsin residents still have a vested interest, since the "New GM" announced Friday is made possible by your federal tax money.More >>
Project Money II
Project Money II
Credit card debt and budgeting are two big obstacles for many American families right now. In the second installment of our Project Money reports, we take a closer look at how a couple of local families are tackling those two obstacles, head-on.More >>
Money savings on the web
Money savings on the web
A recent survey found coupon usage has increased by 39% in the last three years. Now, scam artists are taking full advantage of that fact. In this It's Your Money report, how to make sure the coupon you find is legitimate, so you don't end up with more than you bargained for. More >>
It's Your Money: Dollar Cost Averaging
It's Your Money: Dollar Cost Averaging
Buy low, sell high...easier said than done. In this It's Your Money report, Greg Jeschke explains an investment strategy proven to put you ahead in the long run.More >>
It's Your Money: Smart Supermarkets
It's Your Money: Smart Supermarkets
Technology is filling the aisles of more and more grocery stores. In this It's Your Money report, the innovations to both protect and entice you in the supermarket.More >>
It's Your Money: Party Gear
It's Your Money: Party Gear
It's always interesting to know what certain experts use at home, like tools for a mechanic. Or kitchen gear for the Good Housekeeping researchers. Some of their favorites, in this It's Your Money report.More >>
It's Your Money: Hotel Deals
It's Your Money: Hotel Deals
If these tight economic times have you putting your summer vacation plans on hold, you're not alone. But before you give up on a getaway, you'll want to check out tonight's it's your money report: experts tell us, you can score good deals, if you know the right strategies.More >>
Paper or plastic...to pay?
Paper or plastic...to pay?
To charge, or not to charge? Here's why using a credit card doesn't bring the rewards it once did.

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It's Your Money: GPS Deals
It's Your Money: GPS Deals
The days of stopping at a gas station to ask directions are over. Today's portable gps systems are available at all prices and are full of features like live traffic reports and Bluetooth for cell phones. In this It's Your Money report, finding the GPS that fits into your budget and lifestyle. More >>
It's Your Money: Online Games
It's Your Money: Online Games
In this It's Your Money report, how to keep up on what your kids are up to. More >>
It's Your Money: Stretching your food dollar
It's Your Money: Stretching your food dollar
There's no time like the present for some advice on saving money. In this It's Your Money report, we hit the kitchen to get the most out of your food dollars.More >>
Mini Camcorders tested & compared
Mini Camcorders tested & compared
Mini camcorders are the new tech rage. But, like so much technology, there's a lot from which to choose. We narrow down your camcorder options in this It's Your Money report.More >>
Five common mistakes all job candidates want to avoid
Five common mistakes all job candidates want to avoid
In today's tough economy, finding a job is no easy task. Here are five common mistakes all job candidates want to avoid.More >>
It's Your Money: Layoff Advice
It's Your Money: Layoff Advice
You never think it's going to happen to you, but in these tough economic times, no one's immune to getting laid off from his or her job. If you've been employed for 5, 10 or more years, looking for a new job can be very intimidating, not to mention a foreign experience. But in tonight's It's Your Money report, advice on how to navigate un-chartered territory.More >>

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It's Your Money: Recovery Signs
It's Your Money: Recovery Signs
Lately, we've been hearing about signs the economy may be starting to recover from the recession. In this It's Your Money report, which indicators to watch when it comes to recovery. More >>

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Asia stocks muted ahead of Fed meeting
Asia stocks muted ahead of Fed meeting
Evidence of a steady economic recovery in the U.S. helped push Asian stock markets higher Monday.More >>
Asian stock markets struggled to post gains Tuesday as investors waited for the U.S. Federal Reserve to telegraph what it plans to do next with its economic stimulus program.More >>
Chinese fishing boat, crew released by North Korea
Chinese fishing boat, crew released by North Korea
China is urging North Korea to release a Chinese fishing boat whose owner says it was seized by gun-toting North Koreans earlier this month and held for ransom, in the latest irritant in relations between the...More >>
The owner of a Chinese fishing boat seized for ransom by unidentified North Koreans says the boat and its 16 crew members have been released.More >>
Lew taps government retiree pension fund
Lew taps government retiree pension fund
Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew said late Monday he will begin tapping into two government employee retirement funds to buy more time before the U.S. Treasury is faced with the prospect of defaulting on the national...More >>
Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew said late Monday he will begin tapping into two government employee retirement funds to buy more time before the U.S. Treasury is faced with the prospect of defaulting on the national debt.More >>
Judge tosses ex-BP executive's obstruction charge
Judge tosses ex-BP executive's obstruction charge
A federal judge on Monday dismissed one of the two counts in the indictment of a former BP executive who was charged with concealing information from Congress about the amount of oil that was leaking from the...More >>
A federal judge has dismissed a charge that is the backbone of the case against a former BP executive accused of concealing information from Congress about the amount of oil spewing in 2010 from the company's blown-out...More >>
Yahoo looks to regain its cool with Tumblr deal
Yahoo looks to regain its cool with Tumblr deal
Yahoo is buying online blogging forum Tumblr for $1.1 billion as CEO Marissa Mayer tries to rejuvenate an Internet icon that had fallen behind the times.More >>
After falling woefully out of fashion, Yahoo wants to be cool again while catering to the capitalistic demands of its shareholders. That goal led CEO Marissa Mayer to make a $1.1 billion bet on online blogging forum Tumblr...More >>
Obama vows US support as Myanmar leader visits
Obama vows US support as Myanmar leader visits
Former general Thein Sein on Monday becomes the first Myanmar president to be welcomed to the White House in almost 47 years, crowning a dramatic diplomatic rehabilitation for his nation after years of...More >>
President Barack Obama on Monday told Myanmar's president during a long-awaited White House meeting that he appreciates the Asian leader's efforts to lead the country on its sometimes difficult path to democracy and...More >>
Panel: Apple uses firms outside US to avoid taxes
Panel: Apple uses firms outside US to avoid taxes
Apple Inc. employs a group of affiliate companies located outside the United States to avoid paying billions of dollars in U.S. income taxes, a Senate investigation has found.More >>
Apple Inc. employs a group of affiliate companies located outside the United States to avoid paying billions of dollars in U.S. income taxes, a Senate investigation has found.More >>
Should we let wunderkinds drop out of high school?
Should we let wunderkinds drop out of high school?
It's one thing to say tech geniuses don't need degrees. After all, Bill Gates, Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg all dropped out of college.More >>
It's one thing to say tech geniuses don't need degrees. After all, Bill Gates, Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg all dropped out of college.More >>
Lease to Broadway's biggest theater sold
Lease to Broadway's biggest theater sold
Britain's biggest theater groups has reached across the Atlantic Ocean and bought Broadway's biggest theater from Live Nation Entertainment for about $60 million.More >>
Britain's biggest theater group has reached across the Atlantic Ocean and bought the lease to Broadway's largest theater from Live Nation Entertainment for about $60 million.More >>
Warren Buffett gives young entrepreneurs 10 shares
Warren Buffett gives young entrepreneurs 10 shares
Billionaire Warren Buffett is spending his day listening to business pitches from a select group of kids, but the ideas aren't likely to generate new acquisitions for Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway conglomerate.More >>
Meeting Warren Buffett was exciting, but 10-year-old Matthew Meyer said winning $5,000 and 10 shares of stock in Buffett's company made Monday the best day of his life.More >>

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Why you need a will
Why you need a will
Wills are not only for the wealthy or the old. Every adult should have one.More >>
Wills are not only for the wealthy or the old. Every adult should have one.More >>
6 things you think add value to your home - but really don't
6 things you think add value to your home - but really don't
Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room can be a wise investment, as they do add to the value of the home. Other projects, however, allow little opportunity to recover the costs when it's time to sell.More >>
Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room can be a wise investment, as they do add to the value of the home. Other projects, however, allow little opportunity to recover the costs when it's time to sell.More >>
7 ways Washington may affect small business this year
7 ways Washington may affect small business this year
Never mind about the IRS shenanigans. Here's what you should be watching in Washington.More >>
Never mind about the IRS shenanigans. Here's what you should be watching in Washington.More >>
How the 2014 Obama budget could affect your finances
How the 2014 Obama budget could affect your finances
Depending on which estimate you believe, Obama's proposed budget would raise the tax bill of a household with a yearly income of $50k - $75k between $63 and $100 per year. However, that's not all you should know.More >>
Depending on which estimate you believe, Obama's proposed budget would raise the tax bill of a household with a yearly income of $50,000 to $75,000 between $63 and $100 per year. However, that's not all you should know.More >>
Small businesses see more opportunity in America than abroad
Small businesses see more opportunity in America than abroad
For small businesses looking to grow, the focus is on technology and the economy--here in the U.S.More >>
For small businesses looking to grow, the focus is on technology and the economy--here in the U.S.More >>
How to handle and prevent identity theft
How to handle and prevent identity theft
Every year, identity thieves misuse the personal information of more than 11 million Americans. This makes identity theft one of the fastest-growing crimes in the country.More >>
Every year, identity thieves misuse the personal information of more than 11 million Americans. This makes identity theft one of the fastest-growing crimes in the country.More >>
Browser extensions that save you money
Browser extensions that save you money
The following Internet browser extensions have achieved popularity among consumers, thanks to a series of unique and practical benefits.More >>
There is a widening range of online tools that have been designed to help save hard-earned cash. The following Internet browser extensions have achieved popularity among consumers, thanks to a series of unique and practical benefits.More >>
Need cash? Your biggest competitor is offering - for a price
Need cash? Your biggest competitor is offering - for a price
A growing number of big companies want to fund small businesses in their industries, but be careful of the terms.More >>
A growing number of big companies want to fund small businesses in their industries, but be careful of the terms.More >>
Senate passes online sales tax bill
Senate passes online sales tax bill
We're one step closer to mandatory online sales tax collection. Next, the bill moves to the House.More >>
We're one step closer to mandatory online sales tax collection. Next, the bill moves to the House.More >>
Lessons learned from the banking crisis
Lessons learned from the banking crisis
Now that nearly a decade has passed since the housing market peaked, what lessons can investors and banks learn from the banking crisis brought on by the Great Recession?More >>
Now that nearly a decade has passed since the housing market peaked, what lessons can investors and banks learn from the banking crisis brought on by the Great Recession?More >>