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3 High-Yielders to Avoid Like the Plague

A yield north of 4% may look enticing, but you have to dig a little deeper before plunging in. These three stocks aren't worth your time. More 

Buy This Rare Value in Today’s Bloated Market

True values are becoming harder and harder to find as the markets keep chugging along. However, EMC not only seems to fit the bill, but could become an income play sooner than later. More 

5 High-Yield Sucker Plays to Avoid Right Now

These 5 high yielding stocks are actually traps, providing big dividend income but at some risk to a dividend cut due to poor operating results More 

2 REITs to Sell, 2 More to Put on Probation

Real estate investment trusts have provided a one-two punch of appreciation and income for the past year, but deteriorating fundamentals are starting to overshadow even the highest yields. More 

Stay Away From a Beaten-Down Fusion-io

Fusion-io lost its CEO and chief marketing officer ... along with 27% of its value as a result. Still, don't go bottom-fishing with this one quite yet. More 

Steer Clear of These Bird Flu-Tainted Stocks

Food scandals and the latest outbreak of avian flu are causing trouble for some important U.S.-based China plays. Approach these names with caution. More 

What Insider Trading Is Telling Us About Tiffany & Co.

The large insider buys of Tiffany stock would be a noteworthy buy signal ... except that they're coming right alongside recent heavy sales. So what does it mean for TIF? More