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Friday, July 24, 2009

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7-Eleven petition

Merchants take a swipe at card fees

Every time you charge your Big Gulp at 7-Eleven, a credit card company swallows part of the profit. But Slurpee slingers have had enough of the merchant fees. Stacey Vanek-Smith reports.

Woman questions bill.

Arbitration case helps credit card users

Consumers who sign up for credit cards usually sign away their right to sue for unfair charges. Host Bob Moon talks to Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson about why she sued arbitration firms, why they backed down, and what the results mean for consumers.

Economics editor Chris Farrell

Straight Story: Your net worth

Marketplace's Economics Editor Chris Farrell says we should stop obsessing about our credit scores and worry about another number: our net worth.

Investor's glasses on reports.

Unbiased stock info may get scarcer

After the dot-com bust, regulators made Wall Street firms start proving why they pushed certain stocks by hiring independent research firms. But the money for that research is running out, meaning there'll be fewer voices to guide investors. Amy Scott reports.

Older employee works with younger employee

States use Work Share to limit layoffs

Several states are trying to reduce layoffs with a program called Work Share. When companies cut work hours, the states make up the difference in employees' paychecks by tapping unemployment benefits. Cathy Duchamp reports.

Getting Personal

Getting Personal

Host Bob Moon and Marketplace Economics Editor Chris Farrell tackle listeners' questions, including the best time to buy a house and how much you really save by paying more than the regular monthy mortgage payment

Maid cleaning tub.

Young people hiring housework help

Hiring a housekeeper may not seem like a budget item for the under-25 set. But a growing number of less-than-wealthy young people are hiring maids, despite the recession. Sally Herships reports.

Image from LendingTree television ad

What's at root of LendingTree slogan

The LendingTree.com slogan "When banks compete, you win" has given way to "You to the rescue." Host Bob Moon talks with the company's CEO and a wealth manager about whether the change indicates a new approach consumers' are taking with their finances.

Joshua Dysart, comic book writer

He enjoys life in the frame he's created

Comic book writer Joshua Dysart has been nominated for a top prize for his "Unknown Soldier" series. He explains what he enjoys about being a creative freelance writer and living without an alarm clock.

Honest Abe penny

'Honest Abe' coin costs a pretty penny

Hard times have many people pinching pennies -- literally. Host Bob Moon shares his thoughts on a copper overflow.

Marketplace Money Live

Money Question of the Week

How do you teach your kids about money?

Debt of Service: Personal Finance in the Military

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

  • L.E.S. Artistes Santogold
  • Real Cats Bedroom Walls
  • It Ain't Over Bei Xu
  • 4,738 Regrets Trans Am
  • Loog The Clean
  • Theme from 'Superman: The Movie' John Williams
  • Pennies from Heaven Louie Prima
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Hostile takeovers

Hostile TakeoversWatch the video

We 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.

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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.

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Getting Personal »
Chris Farrell

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 »

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