Senate Democrats Say Cost of Health-Care Bill Can Be Trimmed

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Democrats said they had found ways to pare the cost of the bill by more than a third while still covering nearly all Americans.

Patient Money: Getting Insurance for One’s Frailest Years

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If you’ve cared for an elderly parent, you know the importance of being prepared for the cost of your own long-term care.

Wealth Matters: Even for Luxury Cars, Dickering Is Possible

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Unlike mass-market auto dealers, sellers of upscale models haven’t bent over backward to sell vehicles. But a serious buyer may still get a deal.

Your Money: Et Tu, AARP? Good Guys Cut 401(k)s, Too

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The AARP saving cash by cutting the match to its 401(k) plan is akin to the Teamsters hiring nonunion labor.

S&P 500 Weekly Wrap-Up

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The S&P finishes flat after a rally in the second half of the week makes up for earlier losses.

Forbes Fundamental Opportunity Index: Weekly Winners And Losers

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Despite a big rally on Thursday, it was a week of losses for the Forbes value index and the broader market.

Smart Institutional Money Skeptical Of Stocks

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Hedge green shoots by shorting Treasuries and buying gold as this move off of historic lows gets long in the tooth.

As Plants Close, Teenagers Focus More on College

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Teenagers in suburban Dayton, Ohio, are heading to community colleges after manufacturing plants closed.

3 ways to dodge rising fees

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Why fees are up: President Obama just signed off on major reforms. Card issuers aren’t happy. They’re doing everything they can to make money off you before the regs kick in next year. What you’re getting socked with: Up to 3% extra for foreign goods you buy in dollars (such as a ticket on Air France). Balance-transfer fees are up too: Several issuers have raised them as high as 5%.

Big Government Buys

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Some smaller companies stand to gain from tougher rules on power plant pollution and cybersecurity.

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