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Daily business news and economic stories
  • This week, economics editor offers his advice on cashing out a 401k, qualifying for savers tax credit and inheriting foreign property.

  • Nothing says summer like funnel cakes and rollercoasters. We can see the folks behind the counter powdering our fried dough, but who's behind that wild ride?

  • As we hit the summer driving season and gas prices swell, we can't help but look for a culprit. Tess Vigeland talks barrels with Severin Borenstein of the University of California's Energy Institute.

  • You think you're getting a Lincoln, but you end up with a lemon.

  • From national fires to the approach of hurricane season, it's more important than ever to have good homeowner's insurance. Alisa Roth preps us for the right policy.

  • Cable companies say they've discovered a way to transmit data even faster. Too bad they can't figure out a faster way to get it to us.

  • It's been three months since we visited Seattle investment club Meridian Pacific, and a lot has gone on in the stock market since then. Tess Vigeland catches up with the group.

  • In chapter two of our financial fairy tale, engaged couple Tiffany and Mike discuss the influence their parents had on the way they handle money.

  • It's a job where the responsibilities are vast and the pay-off isn't monetary. We see what it takes to be a stay-at-home mom.

  • Economics editor Chris Farrell gives listeners some straightforward advice on repairing bad credit.