'Education is the most important thing'

Jan 27, 2012
Credit union officer Niki Wong discusses how many Asian American households handle their personal finances.
According to loan officer Niki Wong, Asian-American families view education as a key investment.
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A family margin of safety

Jan 12, 2012
My husband and I are late-in-life parents (he is 59 and I am 49) and we have a 1-year-old -- the absolute JOY of our lives. She is the only child for both of us and I am wondering about what you would suggest as the most cost-effective way to save for her future? Kathleen, Fergus Falls, MN

Why couples lie about how they spend money

Nov 25, 2011
For richer or poorer, in sickness and in health... There's nothing in wedding vows that promises eternal honesty about how we spend our money. And couples lie about it all the time.
Mary Barnes reveals she secretly bought MORE gym clothes. We're told she spent about $300.
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The Internet: Bringing Families Together

Jul 20, 2010
We're just wrapping up tomorrow's show, about social networking for little kids (and how it might not be as bad a thing as you think). And of...