How the pros protect their portfolios.

The article offers the author's insights on how to save money in times of economic crisis. The author discusses the strategies of several money experts on cash and investments. Radio host Dave Ramsey points to long term investments while Jane Bryant Quinn, author of "Making the Most of Your Money" suggests to increase retirement investments. The author adds that chief business correspondent Ali Velshi of CNN makes careful spending decisions and uses the internet to look for cheaper alternatives.