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Playlist: A soundtrack for digging yourself out of debt
May 17, 2013
From "The Payback" by James Brown to The Smiths' "I Don't Owe You Anything" to "Bills, Bills, Bills" by Destiny's Child, we've compiled a playlist of tunes all about borrowing and lending.
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When borrowing to pay for college, remember the Pilgrims
May 17, 2013
Paying off student loans can be a long and scary venture. But one way to get a handle on how to make it an affordable experience is to take a tip from the Pilgrims.
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Money & relationships: When you can't just hug it out
May 17, 2013
Does debt have to destroy family ties and friendships? Personal finance expert Liz Weston weighs in on whether its a good idea to mix personal finance with personal relationships.
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Why is my bank offering me more cash back rewards?
May 13, 2013
Banks are desperate to get new business from stable, responsible borrowers. So they're amping up the credit card perks.
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Sallie Mae just wanted to celebrate its birthday. Instead, it infuriated Twitter
May 13, 2013
Why is Sallie Mae trending on Twitter? The story of a birthday mishap.
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Why you shouldn't go back to school
May 10, 2013
In her new book, "Don't Go Back to School,"author Kio Stark discusses why scores of people think traditional higher education is a waste of money.
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Should you be worried about online sales tax?
May 10, 2013
Lawmakers are considering a bill that would make it easier for online retailers to charge sales tax. If the legislation passes, how would it affect your online shopping habits?
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Is your morning latte a waste of money? (Infographic)
May 10, 2013
Whether it's lottery tickets, bar tabs or lunch dates, we all have something we spend money on that we think we shouldn't. But according to personal finance expert Paula Pant, waste is in the eye of the beholder.
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How to better budget for your future
May 10, 2013
From what to do with your savings to how to budget for buying a new home, financial expert Gail Cunningham offers advice on how to plan ahead.
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Shop around for surgery? Negotiating health care costs to save cash
May 10, 2013
New data released by the federal government reveals that costs for identical medical procedures can vary widely from hospital-to-hospital. So to get the best deal, you might have to do some comparison shopping.
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Economy gives some dads a bad rap
Aug 21, 2009
Despite hints that the economy is recovering, job losses continue. But what happens when fathers who pay child support are out of work? Monica Brady-Myerov reports.
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Asking for charity for the first time
Dec 3, 2009
Sherman Wilburn of Minneapolis has often given his time and money to others in need. Now he finds himself asking for help. He talks with Kai Ryssdal about the difficult times facing him and his family.
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Susan G. Komen fights for trademark
Aug 5, 2010
Susan G. Komen For the Cure, the breast cancer charity, has warned several other charities to stay away from its trademarked phrase: "Race for the Cure." And watch out if you use the color pink. Janet Babin reports.
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How to reduce the price of college
Aug 31, 2012
The cost of college continues to soar higher and higher. An education expert posits that costs can go down if the public sector pulls out of higher education.
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I 'heart' taxes
Apr 2, 2012
Commentator Melissa Chadburn says paying your taxes shows you value your community.
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Best way to donate? Do your research
Dec 10, 2008
If you're facing harder times but still want to give back, you may think the best way is through volunteering. But Holden Karnofsky, co-founder of a charity evaluation website, says your time would be better spent finding a nonprofit worthy of your money.
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Getting Personal
Aug 1, 2008
In this edition of Getting Personal, Chris and Tess talk about lazy investing styles, lending to family, consolidating retirement accounts and foolproof investments.
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Don't fear high-frequency trading
Aug 23, 2010
Commentator Matt Samelson argues that high-frequency trading shouldn't be vilified as a troublemaker, but seen as a type of trading that maximizes value out of the market and corrects mispricing.
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homebuyer tax credit
Jan 22, 2009
Question: My husband and I just bought our first home in South Minneapolis this past fall. Since then, I have heard a lot of talk about the IRS...
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Saving for retirement? Don't have kids
Dec 4, 2010
While it seems to have become more difficult in recent times to save for retirement, some people are still able to retire early. Commentator Sydney Lagier retired when she was 44. Her best tip? Don't have kids.
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Business school case study: Debt talks
Jul 25, 2011
Business is all about the art of negotiation -- MIT's Tom Kochan explains how the debt talks are marked by give and take.
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Playlist: A soundtrack for digging yourself out of debt
May 17, 2013
From "The Payback" by James Brown to The Smiths' "I Don't Owe You Anything" to "Bills, Bills, Bills" by Destiny's Child, we've compiled a playlist of tunes all about borrowing and lending.
1
When borrowing to pay for college, remember the Pilgrims
May 17, 2013
Paying off student loans can be a long and scary venture. But one way to get a handle on how to make it an affordable experience is to take a tip from the Pilgrims.
0
Money & relationships: When you can't just hug it out
May 17, 2013
Does debt have to destroy family ties and friendships? Personal finance expert Liz Weston weighs in on whether its a good idea to mix personal finance with personal relationships.
2
Why is my bank offering me more cash back rewards?
May 13, 2013
Banks are desperate to get new business from stable, responsible borrowers. So they're amping up the credit card perks.
0
Sallie Mae just wanted to celebrate its birthday. Instead, it infuriated Twitter
May 13, 2013
Why is Sallie Mae trending on Twitter? The story of a birthday mishap.
20
Why you shouldn't go back to school
May 10, 2013
In her new book, "Don't Go Back to School,"author Kio Stark discusses why scores of people think traditional higher education is a waste of money.
2
Should you be worried about online sales tax?
May 10, 2013
Lawmakers are considering a bill that would make it easier for online retailers to charge sales tax. If the legislation passes, how would it affect your online shopping habits?
2
Is your morning latte a waste of money? (Infographic)
May 10, 2013
Whether it's lottery tickets, bar tabs or lunch dates, we all have something we spend money on that we think we shouldn't. But according to personal finance expert Paula Pant, waste is in the eye of the beholder.
1
How to better budget for your future
May 10, 2013
From what to do with your savings to how to budget for buying a new home, financial expert Gail Cunningham offers advice on how to plan ahead.
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Shop around for surgery? Negotiating health care costs to save cash
May 10, 2013
New data released by the federal government reveals that costs for identical medical procedures can vary widely from hospital-to-hospital. So to get the best deal, you might have to do some comparison shopping.
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