Monday, April 6, 2009

Money Minute: Sun, Ford, A123

Shares of Sun Microsystems took a steep dive Monday, falling more than 23 percent on news that IBM withdrew its acquisition offer over the weekend.

Your Money: Paying Your Children

Allowances are often a part of growing up for children. But setting the proper pay scale for your kids shouldn't be left up to them.

Friday, April 3, 2009

Money Minute: Exec. Pay, Bernanke, Oil

Mortgage finance giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac plan to pay more than $210 million in bonuses through next year to give workers the incentive to stay in their jobs at the government-controlled companies.

Thursday, April 2, 2009

Your Money: New Rules for Roth IRAs

The IRS has changed the contribution limits for Roth IRAs. AP Personal Finance Editor Trevor Delaney explains the changes and other aspects of the popular retirement accounts.

Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Money Minute: Smoking, Banks, Home Sales

One of President Barack Obama's campaign pledges on taxes went up in puffs of smoke Wednesday.

Your Money: Refinancing, Post Meltdown

Mortgage interest rates continue to remain at historically low levels, which is causing at least some homeowners to consider whether they should refinance.

AP Top Stories 04.01.09

Here's the latest news for Wednesday April 1st: G20 Summit; North Korea threats; Honda belt-tightening; MLB costing families too much.