Aspects of the invention relate to methods for increasing gene expression in a targeted manner. In some embodiments, methods are provided for increasing expression of a gene expressed in a liver cell. In some embodiments, methods and compositions are provided that are useful for posttranscriptionally altering protein and/or RNA levels in a targeted manner. Aspects of the invention disclosed herein provide methods and compositions that are useful for protecting RNAs from degradation (e.g., exonuclease mediated degradation).