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Tax refunds can burn a hole in your pocket
Mar 1, 2013
Some retailers run special promotions to lure customers in during tax refund season.
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A richer life with no kids
Aug 24, 2012
A married man in his forties reflects on his choice to not have children.
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Father knows best
Jul 20, 2012
Piggy will be headed to paradise, to the home of one listener who took the financially sound advice of a TV dad.
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Letters: An estate planning primer
Jul 13, 2012
This week's letter segments tackles questions for the senior set.
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Emergency fund in retirement
Jun 29, 2012
Your most recent program discussed the amount and kind of emergency funds needed for people working. My question is what those of us who are retired should consider for emergency funds. William, Schenectady, NY
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Fewer Americans saving for emergencies
Jun 25, 2012
A new study says almost half of Americans don't have enough saved to cover three months expenses, up slightly from a year ago.
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Global turmoil and retirement planning
Jun 13, 2012
What should investors -- especially those in their 50s and 60s -- do with their already diminished retirement savings?
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A bleak household financial picture
Jun 11, 2012
The financial toll on families from the dreadful economy of recent years is enormous.
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Why cash may be king -- for now
Jun 6, 2012
I have $30,000 and want to know where best to put it. Ultimately, I want to put it away for my three boys' futures. I want it to make something, however slowly, without risk. But, 0.4 percent? Is that really the best I can do? Joanna, Hammond, IN
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Emergency Fund 101
May 21, 2012
How do you recommend investing funds in an emergency savings account? Peter, Cherry Hill, NJ
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