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"American Winter": Documenting the downturn
Kai Ryssdal Mar 15, 2013
A new HBO documentary, “American Winter,” explores how families have suffered in the weakened economy.
Dolce and Gabbana to release perfume for babies
Kai Ryssdal Jan 30, 2013
The new fragrance will have notes of citrus, melon and honey.
Stocks: A safe bet for investors?
Paddy Hirsch Nov 1, 2012
Despite the impending fiscal cliff, slowing global economy, and a weak domestic jobs market, the stock market is still going strong -- outperforming U.S treasuries, corporate bonds, and commodities.
A virtual bank for the kids' allowance
Dan Bobkoff Oct 24, 2012
The average child’s allowance is $65 a month. That’s $780 a year. How do you keep track of all that money? A slew of online startups is trying to solve that problem -- creating virtual banks managed by parents and their kids.
Weighing the true cost of childcare
Dan Gorenstein Oct 10, 2012
With childcare costs on the rise, it may be more affordable for some parents to stay home with the kids. But there are hidden costs.
Longer loans boost car sales
Jeff Tyler Sep 12, 2012
Cheap credit is boosting car sales. But more buyers are taking loans of up to seven years. Monthly payments are lower; the total cost is higher.
Tips on homeowners insurance in severe weather country
Paddy Hirsch Sep 5, 2012
If you live in a state that suffers from severe weather, finding good homeowners insurance is getting more difficult as weather patterns grow more extreme. So what do you do if the insurance company drops you?
Consumer confidence vs. consumer sentiment
Paddy Hirsch Aug 28, 2012
Sr. Producer Paddy Hirsch explains the difference between consumer confidence and consumer sentiment.
Exploiting baby
Adriene Hill Aug 24, 2012
Author Teresa Strasser talks about the give-and-take relationship she has with her babies.
The costs of raising a child
Adriene Hill Aug 22, 2012
Breaking down the numbers of raising a family. The Department of Agriculture estimates middle-income families will spend about a quarter of a million dollars raising one child.
