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Finding your way out of debt

Jun 12, 2004
Millions of Americans have turned to credit counseling services to help them handle their debt. But some of those services have filed for bankruptcy. Others have been accused of scamming consumers out of their money. How do you find a service that's reliable? Reporter Steve Henn finds out.
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Mailbag for June 5, 2004

Jun 5, 2004
Chris Farrell answers more of your burning money questions… this week, he gives advice on investing in employee retirement accounts, saving the right percentage of personal income, and preparing to work overseas.
Posted In: Retirement, Savings
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Father's Day

Jun 5, 2004
Wondering what to get dad? Mark Orwoll has some unique ideas to celebrate Father’s Day. He’s the father of three kids and senior consulting editor of Travel and Leisure Magazine.
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Mailbag for May 29, 2004

May 29, 2004
Chris Farrell answers more of your burning money questions. This week, he gives advice on saving for college, investing in TIPS, and managing the finances for an elderly parent.
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Washington, DC roundup

May 22, 2004
Kai checks in with the Washington, DC Marketplace Bureau Chief, John Dimsdale, on how Congress is dealing with issues that influence your pocketbook: interest rates, the U.S. oil reserve, and mutual funds.
Posted In: Economy, Investing, Savings
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Mailbag for May 22, 2004

May 22, 2004
Chris Farrell answers more of your burning money questions...this week, he gives advice on selecting 401ks, buying versus leasing a car, and money management for newlyweds.
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From the Money Matters Desk: An investment retirement report on how much is enough

May 22, 2004
Are you saving for retirement? If not, a recent study says you're not alone. Of the thousand workers surveyed, a third haven't saved at all for their golden years and about 45 percent have less than twenty-five thousand dollars. Most financial experts think these people are in huge trouble. But our guest, Ralph Warner, has a different take. He says it is important to save for retirement, but you don't need as much moolah as you think.
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Mailbag for May 1, 2004

May 1, 2004
Chris Farrell answers more of your burning money questions. This week, he gives advice on budgeting for one income, leasing a car, and dealing with investment fees.
Posted In: Investing, Savings
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Mailbag for April 24, 2004

Apr 24, 2004
Chris Farrell answers more of your burning money questions. This week, he gives advice on setting financial priorities, offering money for grades, and buying term insurance.
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Mailbag for April 17, 2004

Apr 17, 2004
Chris Farrell answers more of your burning money questions. This week, he gives advice on emerging markets, interest-only mortgages, finding a financial planner, index funds, CD rates, and becoming a landlord.
Posted In: Economy, Investing, Savings

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