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Your Money
Despite Recall, Toyota Dealer Sees Loyalty Ahead
()Mechanics at Expressway Toyota in Boston are preparing to work long hours to fix recalled gas pedals for about 10,000 customers. Even though Toyota has ordered dealers to stop selling any new cars that need the upgrade, this dealership remains optimistic about customer loyalty.
Economy
Watchdog: Bailouts Created More Risk In System()
January 31, 2010 The government's response to the financial meltdown has made it more likely the United States will face a deeper crisis in the future, an independent watchdog at the Treasury Department warned.
Business
For Toyota Drivers, Confusion And Growing Anger()
January 30, 2010 Toyota executives have been virtually silent amid a recall of millions of their cars because gas pedals can become dangerously stuck. For their customers, oh, what a feeling — fear, frustration, confusion and anger.
Education
Cafeteria Credit Unions Teach Students Money Skills()
January 30, 2010 The recession has revealed how clueless many Americans are when it comes to personal finance. Some credit unions and educators hope establishing in-school branches will help students develop saving habits and general fiscal responsibility.
Can Bosses Do That? As It Turns Out, Yes They Can()
January 29, 2010 Could you be fired for having a political bumper sticker on your car — or even having a beer after work? Lewis Maltby says it's more than possible — it's happened. His new book, Can They Do That? details the predicaments many workers find themselves in.
Planet Money
Debt Collector: Tough Job But Someone's Got To Do It()
January 29, 2010 As more people struggle to pay their credit card bills, one segment of the economy is booming: debt collection. It's not an easy task. Most people John Goebel calls are angry, some are apathetic, and a few break down in tears.
Homeowner Wants To Walk, Despite New Loan Terms()
January 26, 2010 Thad Salter's home is now worth less than half of its 2006 purchase price of $300,000. Even after his bank modified his mortgage, Salter wondered whether it would be better to walk away from the loan. At least one law professor says he should do just that.
