Congress is currently debating the possibility of bankruptcy reform, but does this legal insulation meant to protect the American worker still function in this economic climate?
‘Letter from America’ Examines the United States Through a British Lens
Wall Street executives are getting plenty of criticism for handing out $18 billion in bonuses to themselves last year. But maybe there’s a way to put bonuses to good use?by paying them to regulators who help keep the system in check.
As interest rates drop re-financing mortgages looks more attractive
As interest rates for mortgage loans continue to drop, homeowners are looking to refinance and lock in lower long term rates. Takeaway contributor Alvin Hall talks about whether it’s a good time to refinance and how to go about it.
Safe at home: President Obama announces his housing bailout plan
Yesterday President Obama unveiled his $275 billion plan to help millions of homeowners refinance their mortgages or avoid foreclosure. Guest: Alvin Hall, personal finance adviser and Takeaway contributor
Where (and how) you’ll find jobs under a president Obama
‘You could walk through any store in Manhattan right now and you could bowl down the main aisle. There aren’t any people.’ ? Financial consultant Alvin Hall
