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Emergency Fund 101
Chris Farrell May 21, 2012
How do you recommend investing funds in an emergency savings account? Peter, Cherry Hill, NJ
An app too far?
Lore Sjoberg May 18, 2012
Apple's new Apple Store self-checkout app has Wired.com columnist Lore Sjoberg worried.
U.S. could be heading off a fiscal cliff in 2013
Jeremy Hobson May 17, 2012
The Federal Reserve and lawmakers in Washington are warning of a fiscal cliff coming at the end of the year.
Bigger, faster, stronger: The rising cost of youth sports
Tess Vigeland May 24, 2012
Tess talks to author Mark Hyman about the arms race to give our kids an advantage on the playing field.
New diagnosis for autism could cut funding for some
Gregory Warner May 9, 2012
A change to the Diagnostic Statistical Manual changes how autism is diagnosed. A lot of money in social services is at stake.
Unforeseen retirement expenses
Chris Farrell May 7, 2012
When estimating expenses in retirement, it's good to think about family and friends, as well as the mortgage, utilities, food, clothes, and other financial-planning staples.
How should athletes manage their money?
Tess Vigeland May 8, 2012
A money manager who works with athletes says the basic rules of sound personal finance still apply, even if you're making millions.
Are Americans saving or spending?
Frank Newport May 4, 2012
Gallup reports on its latest findings: What Americans are doing with their money.
What money can't buy
Kai Ryssdal May 3, 2012
Author Michael Sandel discusses what money shouldn't buy and the ethics of commodification.
The frugal gardener
Tess Vigeland Apr 27, 2012
Meg Favreau of Wisebread.com on what to plant if you don't have endless supplies of cash to grow yourself a salad this spring.
