Friday, October 23, 2009
In this show. . .
Faster foreclosures, quicker turnaround
Barry Ritholtz of Fusion IQ tells host Bob Moon that mortgage modification programs aren't working very well. The overall economy would return to better health in a shorter time, he says, if the pace of foreclosures were accelerated.
How to haggle for the best medical cost
Mark Rukavina of the nonprofit Access Project talks with Bob Moon about what consumers can do to negotiate the prices they pay for medical care.
Why I say no to health insurance
Journalist Duncan Moore explains why he chose to be one of the millions of Americans without health insurance.
Getting Personal
Nic Retsinas, director of Harvard University's Joint Center for Housing Studies, and Bob Moon answer listeners' questions ranging from lender troubles to subprime second mortgages.
Buying your own business online
If you're one of the many people out of work, starting your own business may have crossed your mind. As it turns out, the Web can help you do that. Eve Troeh reports.
Don't let online reviews fake you out
If you're looking to buy a product or service, checking reviews online is a good way to get more information before deciding. But how do you know the reviews are genuine or fake? Sally Herships reports.
Suffering from a case of 'luxury guilt?'
If you're fortunate enough to be able to buy something nice for yourself, despite the recession, do you do it? Bob Moon looks into something dubbed "luxury guilt."
How to find lower holiday airfares
George Hobica of Airfarewatchdog.com discusses what to expect in airline fares for the upcoming holiday season.
One family's recessionary tale
The Kaser family of suburban Minneapolis has been hit hard by the recession. Both parents have lost their jobs, and they are no longer able to make the mortgage payments. Annie Baxter reports on how the family is coping.
A music studio and a gumball machine
Jason Priest and his 13-year-old daughter Kennedy talk about how they went into business together, with music and gum.
Money Question of the Week
How do you teach your kids about money?
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College Confessions
If you made money mistakes during your college career, you're not alone. Hear Marketplace staffers confess to how they handled their finances.
Music From This Show
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Listen to 'After the Bell'
In his weekly podcast, Scott Jagow makes sense of the week in business and the economy. Subscribe now.
- The Whiteboard »
Hostile takeovers
Watch the videoWe all know what a takeover is. That's when one company agrees to be bought by another. But what happens when companies don't agree and the takeover goes hostile? Senior Editor Paddy Hirsch explains. Watch the video.
- Special Reports and Series
Built on Belief »
One year after the fall of Lehman Brothers, Americans' have lost faith in the financial system and learned some hard lessons. Get more.
The Big Shift »
The recession has changed our financial lives. A look at wealth and prosperity in the middle class and how we live now. Get more.
The Borrowers »
How living beyond our means helped bring down the economy. The role of personal debt in the financial crisis, and where we go from here. Get more.
The Next American Dream »
How four pillars of the American Dream are changing. What's in your future?
Taking Stock »
Conversations with individuals who can give us the long view of our economic situation. Get their views.
- Getting Personal »
Q: Income-based student loans
You recently reported on a student loan option that was being offered as part of the government stimulus package, which is based on a person's income.... I was wondering if you could please let me know where to find this information. Thanks. Ethan, Minneapolis, MN Read Chris Farrell's answer »
