This week, Chris Farrell answers listener questions about dealing with a spouse's debt, planning for retirement after a big income boost and what to do with a child's earnings.

Tess returns to Seattle to have a cup of coffee, see the Space Needle, and find out how the Meridian Pacific investment club has reacted to the recent drop in the stock market.

The first day of school is almost here and, almost like clockwork, as soon as school starts so does the fundraising. Stacey Vanek-Smith reports on an ever-growing business.

You know those proxy statements you get in the mail, if you own a stock or a mutual fund? Regulators are looking at a major overhaul of the system that allows stockholders to vote on company issues. But that has many shareholder advocates worried. Amy Scott reports.

We take a drive around the block with a used-car salesman who is really one-of-kind.

The rude awakening of the credit crunch brings us this week's term: Payment-in-kind note.

Economics editor Chris Farrell is getting to your questions fast. In this week's speed-round mailbag, learn how to find a good financial planner, how long a company can pursue a consumer debt and what to do with thousands of dollars in student loans.

Perhaps the biggest party you'll ever throw is a wedding. Michelle Philippe is trying to keep things on track and the costs in line for her big day.