Goodbye For Now, But Please Stay Frugal March 17, 2009 • The personal finance columnist makes her final appearance on Day to Day. She reflects on past conversations and looks forward to her new book: The Power to Prosper: 21 Days to Financial Freedom. Goodbye For Now, But Please Stay Frugal Listen · 3:55 3:55 Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/102000994/102000975" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Credit Scores; E-Banks; Debt Relief March 10, 2009 • Questions from listeners yield advice on why good customers are seeing shrinking credit lines, how to avoid getting a bad credit rating, using e-banks (make sure they're FDIC-insured) and whether to trust debt-settlement companies (hint: you can do most of it yourself). Credit Scores; E-Banks; Debt Relief Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/101651926/101651907" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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How To Handle Being Laid Off March 3, 2009 • More and more Americans are trying to figure out how to manage on unemployment checks. What should you do if you find yourself without a job? How To Handle Being Laid Off Listen · 3:54 3:54 Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/101379375/101379356" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Are Recession-Proof Jobs Also Disappearing? February 24, 2009 • Some jobs may not sound glamorous, but they may be more recession-proof than others. Look in these industries: health care, computers, teaching, office management. Are Recession-Proof Jobs Also Disappearing? Listen · 3:00 3:00 Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/101092326/101092309" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Telling Children About Financial Problems February 17, 2009 • Many families are facing difficult times as news of more layoffs hit daily headlines. How much should children be told about a family's financial situation? Telling Children About Financial Problems Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/100774287/100774266" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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IRS Snags Taxpayers Should Know February 10, 2009 • In the wake of recent tax paying follies, personal finance guru Michelle Singletary reveals the little I.R.S. snags every taxpayer should know. IRS Snags Taxpayers Should Know Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/100511970/100511949" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Opinion Splurging Is Still Okay February 3, 2009 • New shoes here, a weekend getaway there. Our financial contributor explains that treating yourself is important even during tough economic times ... so long as it's done wisely. Splurging Is Still Okay Listen · 3:56 3:56 Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/100185755/100185730" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Opinion It's Still Important For Teens To Find Work January 27, 2009 • Remember the days of flipping hamburgers and babysitting for a little extra cash as a teenager? Our personal finance contributor explores why it's important for teens to work and how they can find a job in these tough economic times. It's Still Important For Teens To Find Work Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/99909644/99909616" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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How To ID Ponzi Schemes January 13, 2009 • In the wake of the ongoing Bernard Madoff scheme, we look at the importance of protecting your investments and how to spot red flags on your financial statements. How To ID Ponzi Schemes Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/99296746/99296586" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Why Wait Until Age 59 To Get My Money? January 6, 2009 • Our personal finance contributor offers tips on how to deal with weird banking rules, how to go to college for free and what books you need to read to save lots of money. Why Wait Until Age 59 To Get My Money? Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/99047810/99047791" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Making Quality New Year's Resolutions December 30, 2008 • Try not spending money on anything extra for a month and you'll rack up savings, says our personal finance contributor. She advises people to keep a cash reserve and remember that every day is a new day to get your finances together. Making Quality New Year's Resolutions Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/98819218/98819194" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Asking For Help During The Holidays December 23, 2008 • Christmas this year comes as many Americans are unemployed, broke and behind on their mortgages. Our personal finance contributor has advice on how to ask for assistance if you're in financial trouble during the holiday season. Asking For Help During The Holidays Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/98638772/98638745" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Opinion Finding A Way To Give December 16, 2008 • The economic pinch makes it tempting not to give to charities this year. It's important to make it a top priority, however, says our personal finance contributor. Finding A Way To Give Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/98335067/98335046" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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You Can Still Save Money December 9, 2008 • A weaker paycheck and rising expenses are no excuse for cheating your savings account. Our personal finance advisor offers tip on how to shake the nickels and dimes from household budgets. You Can Still Save Money Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/98013286/98013262" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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The Best Way To Sell Your Stuff December 2, 2008 • Our personal finance contributor says one way to increase your budget is to sell those unneeded items stored in your garage or closet. She offers tips on the most lucrative way to do this. The Best Way To Sell Your Stuff Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/97693893/97693873" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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