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A history of American borrowing
Kai Ryssdal Jan 31, 2012
Borrowing wasn't always thought of as an abstract, impersonal concept. Author Louis Hyman discusses the history of borrowing and his new book, "Borrow: The American Way of Debt."
Greece takes creative measures to pay off debt
Jeremy Hobson Jan 24, 2012
To prove to its creditors that it is serious, Greece has released a list of tax evaders, and is opening up national monuments to film crews.
Free credit reports
Chris Farrell Jan 23, 2012
Where can I get an annual free credit report? Thanks. Myra, Pineville, NC
Americans make progress with debt -- the hard way
Chris Farrell Jan 19, 2012
U.S. households are ahead of the other major industrial nations in shedding debts.
Beyond our means
Chris Farrell Jan 18, 2012
Sad to say, the 19th and early 20th century notion of the democratization of savings became the late 20th century idea of the democratization of credit. It's time to change the focus of public policy.
Buffett ready to match GOP tax donations
Kai Ryssdal Jan 18, 2012
The billionaire will match the contributions made by Rep. Scott Rigell to pay down the national debt. But he's still waiting for Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell to make a contribution.
Cordray's plans for the CFPB
Tess Vigeland Jan 13, 2012
Richard Cordray, chief of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, discusses what powers he'll have and how he plans to use them.
Suze debuts new show, new card
Tess Vigeland Jan 17, 2012
Financial adviser Suze Orman rolled out a new TV show and debit card this week. She discusses the controversial new card and why it could be her swan song.
Getting Personal: Underwater - should you swim away?
David Lazarus Jan 16, 2012
L.A. Times consumer columnist David Lazarus joins Tess to answer questions about debt mediation services and how to cope with the bank when your home is underwater.
JPMorgan Chase slows debt collection
Tess Vigeland Jan 16, 2012
The American Banker says that JPMorgan Chase appears to be backing off efforts to collect unpaid credit card debt from its customers. They're not forgiving the debt, but they've quietly stopped going after it.
