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Many people in need of mortgage modifications aren't getting them because they do not qualify. One proposal in Congress may fix that.

Ken Fisher, manager of Fisher Investments, says slow growth in developed economies is "idiotic".

Picking the highest dividend yield available in the market is a recipe for disaster. Here are some alternate ideas.

Over long time periods, stocks that pay high dividends usually outperform those that don't on a total return basis.

It's not enough to just buy dividends - reinvesting can yield powerful compounding results. Consider this example of Altria Group (MO).

Everybody loves ketchup, right? So what's not to love about the world's largest ketchup company, with a 3.77% dividend yield?

PPL is an energy business that yields over 5% in dividends, and is a great idea for risk-averse yield seeking investors.

Coca-Cola is the world's largest beverage company, with an incredible long-term dividend track record.

In a world where yield is all important, one company stands out amongst all others: Johnson and Johnson (JNJ).

Most people assume their check cards are fully protected against fraud, and they will have no liability if fraud should occur. That isn’t always the case.

Despite the best efforts of the federal government and its programs, it seems like the housing market is still suffering. What can be done to stop the financial bleeding?

Hercules Technology Growth Capital (HTGC) is a high return tech venture capital firm. Despite the uncertain investment pipeline, the company yields a very handy 8% dividend.

Ventas (VTR) is a diversified REIT operating in the hospital and healthcare space. The company yields over 4% in dividends and provides a very needed service.

Jim Cramer is a livid idiot, but he is right about Apple.