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Tuesday

Money Coach

Budgeting 101

Financial advisors say budgeting is essential to achieving financial prosperity. Yet only 1 in 3 Americans have a detailed budget, according to a recent poll. Host Michel Martin speaks with finance expert Louis Barajas for tips on how to build a budget that actually works.

Budgeting 101

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Monday

National

Detroit Retirees Wonder How Bankruptcy Will Affect Benefits

A federal bankruptcy court will be the scene for some colossal decisions about the future of Detroit, which filed for Chapter 9 bankruptcy protection last week. One of the issues is whether retirees will see their benefits cut.

Detroit Retirees Wonder How Bankruptcy Will Affect Benefits

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Sunday

Baggage Fees Turn Five Years Old; Passengers Turn Blase

A traveler collects his bag from a luggage carousel in the Philadelphia International Airport in 2011. Baggage fees have helped financially desperate carriers stay aloft. Matt Rourke/AP hide caption

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Business

Baggage Fees Turn Five Years Old; Passengers Turn Blase

Baggage fees, first imposed in summer of 2008, helped financially desperate carriers stay aloft as the U.S. economy was spiraling down. Today, baggage fees are not only the norm but are heading higher still.

Baggage Fees Turn Five Years Old; Passengers Turn Blase

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Friday

New Smartphone Upgrade Plans Can Be Costly In The Long Run

Nearly 60 percent of Americans have smartphones, up from just 8 percent five years ago. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images hide caption

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Business

New Smartphone Upgrade Plans Can Be Costly In The Long Run

Three of the four major wireless companies are out with new plans for those who want the latest smartphone sooner. The plans, with names like Verizon Edge and AT&T Next, essentially let you rent a phone for six months or a year and then trade it in for a new one — but there's a catch.

New Smartphone Upgrade Plans Can Be Costly In The Long Run

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Thursday

Wednesday

Congress Debates Taking A Step Back From The Mortgage Market

The government took over mortgage giants Fannie Mae (seen in 2010) and Freddie Mac in 2008, during the worst of the housing crisis. Win McNamee/Getty Images hide caption

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Politics

Congress Debates Taking A Step Back From The Mortgage Market

Lawmakers are trying to figure out how to scale back the outsize role that mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac play in the housing market. A bipartisan Senate proposal would replace Fannie and Freddie with a scaled-down program, while a Republican House proposal would go even further.

Congress Debates Taking A Step Back From The Mortgage Market

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'We're Here To Stay' Says Newly Confirmed Consumer Watchdog

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The Two-Way

'We're Here To Stay' Says Newly Confirmed Consumer Watchdog

After two years of political bickering, Richard Cordray has been confirmed as head of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. He thinks that, in the end, his agency has won bipartisan support for the work it will do.

'We're Here To Stay' Says Newly Confirmed Consumer Watchdog

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Business

Rising Interest Rates Worry Banking Industry

Five years after the start of the financial crisis, the U.S. banking industry continues to earn strong profits. On Tuesday, Goldman Sachs became the latest big bank to report better than expected earnings. But rising interest rates mean a riskier environment for banks.

Rising Interest Rates Worry Banking Industry

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Tuesday

Money Coach

This Summer, Straighten Up That 401(k)

It's summer and a lot of people are thinking about vacations and barbecues. But what about your 401(k)? Many financial experts say July is a perfect time to review your yearly financial goals. Host Michel Martin speaks with Money Coach Alvin Hall about how to refocus your financial priorities.

This Summer, Straighten Up That 401(k)

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Sunday

Tuesday

Money Coach

Why Summer Is A Good Time To Talk Cash With Kids

Summertime isn't just for lollygagging. Many teens are working hard to pick up a few dollars. But how can parents prevent kids from squandering hard-earned cash and save some for the future? Host Michel Martin gets tips from financial expert Alvin Hall.

Why Summer Is A Good Time To Talk Cash With Kids

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Kids Bring Home The Bacon: What They Need To Know

The best part of summer for many teens is their first paycheck. And while they may want to buy digital gadgets, financial experts say it's the perfect time to learn how to manage money. Host Michel Martin talks with parents about teaching smart money moves to kids of all ages.

Kids Bring Home The Bacon: What They Need To Know

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Employers Face Changes After Same-Sex-Marriage Ruling

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Employers Face Changes After Same-Sex-Marriage Ruling

The Supreme Court's recent decision striking down a key provision of the Defense of Marriage Act means married same-sex couples are now eligible for the same federal benefits as straight couples. Employers are beginning to think about the changes they will have to make.

Employers Face Changes After Same-Sex-Marriage Ruling

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Monday

In The World Of Air Travel, Not All Passengers Created Equal

Only a few of these passengers will be able to get flights out of San Francisco, depending on how many miles they fly and their "value" to the airline. Marcio Jose Sanchez/AP hide caption

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In The World Of Air Travel, Not All Passengers Created Equal

After Asiana Flight 214's crash-landing in San Francisco, many weekend travelers were left stranded across the country. But the way airlines route such passengers to their destinations isn't based on how long they have been stranded, but rather on how frequently they fly and their "value" to the airline.

In The World Of Air Travel, Not All Passengers Created Equal

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