Friday, October 24, 2008
In this show. . .
Can the markets shock us anymore?
With worldwide sell-offs and 700-point swings, what can possibly be surprising in the markets anymore? Tess Vigeland seeks answers and a little context from senior business correspondent Bob Moon.
Straight Story: A crisis checklist
As we watch global markets collapse, economics editor Chris Farrell tells us to take a proverbial deep breath and shares with Tess Vigeland his checklist of constructive things we can do in these troubled times.
Small businesses have big concerns
Starting your own business, you have to expect to take a few hits at first -- and the current economic crisis doesn't make it any easier. Tess Vigeland sits down with three small business owners to talk survival strategy.
Getting Personal
This week, Chris and Tess answer listener questions about withdrawing from a 401K and investing extra money made from a second job after retirement.
Work Life: He's a solar man
Need to feel a little sunshine in this dark, cloudy economy? We don't blame you, so we thought we'd help find you some. If your house is solar-friendly, solar systems consultant Paul Scott can help you save money.
Don't give the house to a scammer
In a world of questionable mortgage lenders and credit gone wrong, who can you trust to help you out of a foreclosure? Alisa Roth tells us stories of scammers that troubled homeowners should be careful to avoid.
Here's what I'm doing: Robert Latson
In the latest installment of our series, "What I'm Doing," we talk to Robert Latson, a 69-year-old retiree of General Motors, who's hesitant to touch his retirement money.
How safe is your pension?
Many companies are expected to suspend 401k's in the near future, and pension plans are becoming a rarity. But if you do have a pension, is it safe? Tess Vigeland asks Olivia Mitchell of the Wharton School of Business.
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
- Podcast »
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: A HELOC?
I recently paid off my mortgage ($55,000) and consulted with my local bank about how to best invest discretionary funds now that mortgage is paid. Bank's financial advisor, no fee, advised me to take out a HELOC, home equity line of credit for the maximum... I am 67... Pamela, Providence, RI Read Chris Farrell's answer »
