Financial Education News

WSJ's Your Money Matters, Sept. 3, 2010

The earning power of young, single women continues to improve ... times are tough, but tech accessories are selling well ... and we look at the growing popularity of digital coupons. Jim Chesko reports.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Sept. 2, 2010

End-of-model-year car deals aren't so easy to find this year ... consumers remain apprehensive ... and, where are we getting our fall fashions? For many, it's the closet! Jim Chesko reports.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Sept. 1, 2010

Beware that new credit-card offer; so-called professional cards aren't covered by the Card Act ... divorce during a downturn can be quite painful financially ... and in-ground pools are nice - but they're costly too! Jim Chesko reports.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Aug. 31, 2010

We have advice on what to do if you're worried about deflation ... what people are doing this upcoming Labor Day weekend ... and, we'll tell you how to get free stuff! Tom Ortuso reports.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Aug. 30, 2010

Mortgage rates continue to fall, but people still aren't buying homes and how to become a more well-rounded employee. Tom Ortuso has those stories and more.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Aug. 27, 2010

Why it might cost you more to fly to Hartford then Barcelona and how to responsibly take money out of your retirement plan. Tom Ortuso has those stories and more.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Aug. 26, 2010

Getting a private student loan is about to become a little easier and more and more people these days are taking on second jobs. Tom Ortuso reports.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Aug. 25, 2010

Some tips on how to improve your financial situation and expect some great deals at the mall in the months ahead. Tom Ortuso reports.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Aug. 24, 2010

Is your retirement planning on track? And, some small businesses are expanding their maternity leave benefits. Tom Ortuso has those stories and more.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Aug. 23, 2010

Gift cards have just gotten more appealing and back to school shopping doesn't always end when school begins. Jim Chesko has those stories and more.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Aug. 20, 2010

It's never too early to start teaching your kids about money ... we're a bit more satisfied with our credit-card companies today ... and, iced coffee is suddently quite hot. Jim Chesko reports.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Aug. 19, 2010

Refinancing activity continues to grow ... homeowners are cutting back on professional landscaping services this summer ... and some drug stores and supermarkets are selling flu-shot gift cards. Jim Chesko reports.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Aug. 18, 2010

As you send your teenager off to college, there are plenty of financial aspects to consider ... if you're looking for an FHA-backed loan, be aware of some new requirements for borrowers ... and we look at the growing popularity of pet insurance. Jim Chesko reports.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Aug. 17, 2010

If you want the lowest possible mortgage rate, you won't find it at one of the megabanks ... those low mortgage rates have sparked another uptick in refinancings ... and do investors need to worry about the "Hindenburg Omen"? Jim Chesko reports.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Aug. 16, 2010

If you're in a "bad job," there are some things you can do to try to improve your situation ... be aware, there are scams that target out-of-work job seekers ... and retailers know more about our shopping habits than you might realize. Jim Chesko reports.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Aug. 13, 2010

Developers are pitching "affordable housing" for the affluent ... more retailers will make bets on technology this holiday shopping season ... and there's something of a renaissance under way regarding men's hats! Jim Chesko reports.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Aug. 12, 2010

Per-capita income dipped across much of the U.S. last year ... the number of immunizations children need before starting school has soared in recent years, and so have the costs ... and the government wants to make coins less expensive to produce. Jim Chesko reports.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Aug. 11, 2010

Increasing numbers of older Americans are seeking out the security and comfort of a continuing-care retirement community, even though they're rather expensive ... and the "hi-tech mommy" stops by with some tech tips for back-to-schoolers. Jim Chesko reports.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Aug. 10, 2010

Investors are wondering what direction stocks will ultimately take this month ... there's some positive news regarding home values and "underwater mortgages" ... and restaurants are cooking up new promotions to hang onto their best customers. Jim Chesko reports.


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WSJ's Your Money Matters, Aug. 9, 2010

There are some things parents and students can do to save money on non-tuition college costs ... and travelers are finding that the cheap-airfares party is pretty much over. Jim Chesko reports.


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