Cover Story
Simplify Your Life 
Americans have too many bills, too many retirement plans and too much clutter, all of which make a rough economy even more stressful. We offer 12 tips for streamlining your life -- and profiting along the way.
More Feature Stories In the September 2008 Issue
Vanishing Legacy 
Several million Americans suffer from some form of dementia. As if that weren't enough, their loved ones are finding that the illness wreaks havoc on the family finances, too.
Ready for a Recharge
The government's efforts to stimulate the economy are going to benefit some savvy companies. We found four stocks ready to capitalize on a rebound.
Buffett's Best Man
For 43 years Charlie Munger has been Warren Buffett's silent partner -- and, some say, the secret to his success. In an exclusive interview, Munger tells us how the markets got into their current mess and how investors can keep their heads above water.
Wheeling and Dealing
With auto sales at their lowest level in 13 years and high gas prices chasing customers off the lot, new-car deals are plentiful. But getting a bargain on the luxury side can be tougher. We test-drive the wheels and the deals.
Ten Things Millionaires Won't Tell You
They might drive fancy cars, but they also hunt for discounts and worry about retirement.
Street Smart
The Pulverized P/E
This reliable metric isn't so helpful in today's market.
Fund Watch
An absolute-return fund sounds great -- but the moniker is meaningless.
CEO Interview
Toll Brothers' Robert Toll on fixing the housing market.
Face-Off
Motorola: Time to redial?
Midcap Watch
No credit? No problem -- Rent-A-Center is here.
401(k) Watch
Workers still have too much of their employers' stock.
Update
Our green portfolio went up, then down. But stay with us.
Smart Spending
Off-Season Confidential
Sure, off-peak trips let you save a bundle and avoid the crowds. But did your travel agent happen to mention that most of the local restaurants would be closed or that construction workers might spoil your afternoon siesta?
The Write Stuff
This may be the age of instant messaging, but people are still in the market for good old-fashioned ink. Bermuda's Premier Ewart Brown tests a handful of fountain pens and signs off on the best one.
Food & Wine
Leading wine critics are gushing so much over the 2005 vintage, you'd think they've been swallowing instead of spitting. The SmartMoney wine panel convenes for a taste test.
Smart Consumer
How to make sure your money's safe -- without keeping it under your mattress.
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