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Forbes is a fantastic place to discover your inner economist. It may look like a regular news site at first, but if you type "retirement investment" into the website's search engine, you'll find a plethora of engaging, easy-to-follow articles with aesthetically-pleasing arrangements.

The letters are bold and colorful, with complimentary charts and pictures that make learning and understanding second nature. You might want to stream video presentations or look at the "lists" section where you can find the 100 best mid-cap stocks or an international investment guide.

The "personal finance" tab is an invaluable resource for anyone looking for investment articles. From guru insights and investing ideas to taxes and mutual funds -- finance has never been so much fun! Forbes.com is simply a "must" for anyone considering saving for their financial future.

The AARP website, a "must" for beginners, showcases investment articles on the latest scams, the differences between IRAs and 401ks and how to make the most of your savings.

Read about issues geared toward the aging retiree in an easy-to-read format. Look at charts and polls or simply find a list of 401k providers. No matter what you're seeking, chances are your needs will be met.

Surely you've heard of Fortune or Money Magazine. Part of the CNN family, you can find an article about what to do with your 401k and read an interview with the richest man in the world at Money CNN.

You probably recall their annual "top 100 companies to work for" list and the "highest paid CEOs" list, making this magazine great for research, more than a dummy's guide to investment articles.

You won't find so many cut-and-dry explanations, but for the moderately educated and perpetually curious mid-lifer, Fortune and Money covers the hot button issues on Wall Street.

Bloomberg is a practical site that features not only investment articles, but also investment tools. Register and use the portfolio tracker and market monitor to easily keep tabs on your stocks, compare your funds with other top-ranked funds or use the personal calculator to keep your spending under control.

With a quick click, you'll get Bloomberg radio and TV reports delivered instantly to your computer. Quickly view an economic calendar or check the top stocks, read current news or refer to the glossary to understand unfamiliar terms. This is not for beginners, but rather intermediates.

Investment articles can be informative, entertaining and inspiring. You can find questions to ask your banker or employer with regards to your retirement. You may choose to safeguard your savings by knowing 401k withdrawal rules.

Or perhaps you'll wow your friends over coffee with some pertinent news tidbit. Being a curious and informed citizen is the only way to get ahead in life, and it seems you're well on your way!