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Sound Money for July 12, 2003
 Web exclusive: retirement living
Just as baby boomers have changed other societal conventions, so too are they reinventing the concept of retirement. According to a recent AARP study, 70 percent of people age 45 and older plan to continue working well past the age of 65. This desire to keep active plays a big role in where boomers want to live during their later years. AARP Magazine recently examined the changing face of retirement, selecting the fifteen best places to live. Stephanie Curtis spoke with AARP special projects editor Ron Geraci about their study. (Jul 12, 2003)
Flocking to Flagstaff
Reporter Mitch Teich explores why Flagstaff, Arizona, a college town at the base of the San Francisco Mountains, is beginning to see some gray around the edges.
(Jul 12, 2003)
Permanent temp
The number of temporary workers hired climbed for the second month in a row. That growth is considered a leading indicator of an improving employment picture. Stephanie Curtis talks with business writer and consultant Joan Damico about being a member of the temporary workforce.
(Jul 12, 2003)
Saving capitalism
Chris Farrell talks with the new chief economist for the International Monetary Fund, Raghuram Rajan, and his co-author, Luigi Zingales, about their book Saving Capitalism from the Capitalists about protectionism, free trade, and the economy. (Jul 12, 2003)
The utility of bond ladders
Sound Money's in-house investment expert Erica Whittlinger explains how setting up a ladder can keep your feet dry during stormy times in the bond market.
(By Erica Whittlinger on Jul 12, 2003)
Refinancing before the rates rise
With interest rates on the rise, is it time to refinance your home before it's too late? What will it cost? When does it make sense? In response to the flood of questions Sound Money's received about refinancing, Stephanie Curtis and Chris Farrell talk to mortgage advisor Roger Harrington. (Jul 12, 2003)
 What dogs can tell you about the stock market
What can dogs and famous fictional detectives tell you about the stock market? Chris Farrell has some ideas. (By Chris Farrell on Jul 12, 2003)
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Listener questions for July 12, 2003
Chris Farrell answers listeners' questions. (Jul 12, 2003)
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