What's Hot On TheStreet?

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What's Hot On TheStreet
Alternative Funds Enter the Mainstream Alternative funds once represented a small niche in the mutual fund universe, but that is changing.
Alternative funds once represented a small niche in the mutual fund universe, but that is changing. Ernesto, a 63-year-old former engineer, is looking forward to a long and happy retirement with a peace of mind most retirees and pre-retirees would find enviable. Having retired seven years ago and still earning some income through periodic consulting work, he relies on a pension that more than covers his day-to-day living expenses. His children are grown, and he owns his home outright. In addition, he has managed to set aside more than $1 million in investment assets.
10 Cheap Vacations For Expensive Times Gas is up to $4 a gallon and airfares are up 6% to 11% or more. Who's ready for summer travel?
Samsung's Google Laptop Is a Best Buy The formal name for the laptop is the Samsung Series 5 Chromebook, and it will be available from Amazon AMZN and Best Buy BBY starting June 15. The WiFi-only version will be $429, and the version that includes Verizon EV-DO service will be $499.