Apr 25, 2008

Marketplace Money for April 26-27, 2008

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Let cooler heads prevail

by Marketplace Staff

Apr 25, 2008

In this time of uncertainty, Tess turns to financial heavyweight John Bogle for some common sense advice on weathering this economic storm.

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Straight Story: Stripping down

by Chris Farrell

Apr 25, 2008

Mortgage companies may not want to hear it, but economics editor Chris Farrell has an idea to help fix the housing crisis. Chris sets the story straight on strip-downs.

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A tough lesson in the lending industry

by Stacey Vanek Smith

Apr 25, 2008

Student loan rates may reset to new lows in July, but as Stacey Vanek-Smith explains, deciding to consolidate now or after the rate change involves rolling the dice.

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Steering clear of the bookstore

by Jill Barshay

Apr 25, 2008

The average college textbook bill is pushing $1,000 a year. Jill Barshay tells us how students and professors are dodging high prices.

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Getting Personal

by Chris Farrell and Tess Vigeland

Apr 25, 2008

In this edition of Getting Personal, Chris and Tess talk about property values, dealing with a collection agency, savings bonds and switching life insurance.

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Day in the Work Life: Salon owner

by Marketplace Staff

Apr 25, 2008

On this week's "A Day In the Work Life," we meet Deb Cage, a hairdresser with a unique salon that helps those for whom a haircut is usually out of reach.

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Hitchin' a ride online

by Brendan Francis Newnam

Apr 25, 2008

Life's tough for the carless and gas prices are stinging car owners. Brendan Newnam learns how both sides can get a bargain by turning to Craigslist.

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The downside of DIY travel

by Marketplace Staff

Apr 25, 2008

The Internet lets us manage our own travel plans, but it's not always that easy or cheap. Tess asks Scott McCartney when it's best to leave things to the professionals.