http://money.msn.com/This week's top stock market, investing and financial stories. Get the latest stock quotes and learn investment strategies on MSN Money.2011 Microsoften-us60week in review, financial newsLow-interest private loan options may help, but government backing has its advantages.Fri, 17 May 2013 21:45:00 GMThttp://money.msn.com/gen-x/building-a-better-student-loangen-x/http://money.msn.com/gen-x/building-a-better-student-loanLiz Weston, MSN MoneyOne of the nation's largest owners of timberland appears on an MSN Money list of recommended stocks. Here are StockScouter's best investment ideas.Fri, 17 May 2013 21:00:00 GMThttp://money.msn.com/stock-broker-guided/weyerhaeuser-and-9-other-hot-stocksstock-broker-guided/http://money.msn.com/stock-broker-guided/weyerhaeuser-and-9-other-hot-stocksMark Baumgartner, MSN MoneyAs if getting to the altar on time wasn’t dramatic enough?Fri, 17 May 2013 19:15:00 GMThttp://money.msn.com/how-to-budget/the-impact-of-bridal-reality-showshow-to-budget/http://money.msn.com/how-to-budget/the-impact-of-bridal-reality-showsGeoff Williams, U.S. News & World Report There's usually no mention of auto insurance in wedding vows, but it doesn't hurt to know whether your intended is safe behind the wheel.Fri, 17 May 2013 16:45:00 GMThttp://money.msn.com/auto-insurance/when-good-drivers-marry-bad-driversauto-insurance/http://money.msn.com/auto-insurance/when-good-drivers-marry-bad-driversAaron Crowe, CarInsurance.comYour money is personal, so make sure you know who you're talking to about your assets. Thu, 16 May 2013 18:30:00 GMThttp://money.msn.com/how-to-budget/pick-your-financial-adviser-wiselyhow-to-budget/http://money.msn.com/how-to-budget/pick-your-financial-adviser-wiselyAmelia Granger, U.S. News & World ReportWhen the time comes for you to collect Social Security, make sure you know the ins and outs of this complex program.Thu, 16 May 2013 15:30:00 GMThttp://money.msn.com/retirement/social-security-traps-to-avoidretirement/http://money.msn.com/retirement/social-security-traps-to-avoidKandice Bridges, Bankrate.comStaged accidents are on the rise and can be deadly. Here's how to avoid being a victim.Wed, 15 May 2013 19:30:00 GMThttp://money.msn.com/auto-insurance/growing-scam-takes-aim-at-your-carauto-insurance/http://money.msn.com/auto-insurance/growing-scam-takes-aim-at-your-carLiz WestonAn investment adviser’s new book offers tips on overcoming financial and emotional obstacles.Wed, 15 May 2013 17:45:00 GMThttp://money.msn.com/gen-x/money-lessons-for-gen-ygen-x/http://money.msn.com/gen-x/money-lessons-for-gen-ySusan Johnston, U.S. News & World ReportInvestors have beaten down precious metals prices even as economic signals suggest they should be moving up soon. Is this a rare buying opportunity?Wed, 15 May 2013 17:45:00 GMThttp://money.msn.com/investing/why-gold-wont-stay-downinvesting/http://money.msn.com/investing/why-gold-wont-stay-downAnthony Mirhaydari, MSN MoneyCourts are recognizing that good credit is a valuable asset.Wed, 15 May 2013 00:15:00 GMThttp://money.msn.com/credit-rating/damaged-credit-can-you-suecredit-rating/http://money.msn.com/credit-rating/damaged-credit-can-you-sueMinda Zetlin, CreditCards.comSeven financial advisers offer their suggestions for converting half of a retirement savings account into a steady income stream.Tue, 14 May 2013 17:45:00 GMThttp://money.msn.com/mutual-fund/turn-dollar250k-into-retirement-incomemutual-fund/http://money.msn.com/mutual-fund/turn-dollar250k-into-retirement-incomeRichard Satran, US News & World ReportProbably not -- as long as investors are sure central bankers will keep pumping money into the financial system. But keep an eye on fixed-income markets for signs that confidence is waning.Mon, 13 May 2013 22:15:00 GMThttp://money.msn.com/investing/is-the-market-about-to-go-bustinvesting/http://money.msn.com/investing/is-the-market-about-to-go-bustJim JubakNew monitoring technology is creating methods for increasing highway safety. That could lead to cheaper coverage for motorists.Mon, 13 May 2013 21:45:00 GMThttp://money.msn.com/auto-insurance/will-insurers-pay-you-not-to-speedauto-insurance/http://money.msn.com/auto-insurance/will-insurers-pay-you-not-to-speedMark Chalon Smith, Insurance.comAmericans are living longer than ever before, and that means retirements last longer, too. Here are 8 tips for a long, financially healthy retirement.Mon, 13 May 2013 19:00:00 GMThttp://money.msn.com/retirement/8-fiscal-strategies-for-a-long-liferetirement/http://money.msn.com/retirement/8-fiscal-strategies-for-a-long-lifePhilip Moeller, U.S. News & World ReportMassachusetts manufacturer welcomes the over-65 set for reliable workforce, low turnover.Mon, 13 May 2013 15:45:00 GMThttp://money.msn.com/retirement/firm-finds-older-workers-a-perfect-fitretirement/http://money.msn.com/retirement/firm-finds-older-workers-a-perfect-fitKaren Aho, MSN Money