Chris Farrell
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Your MoneyChris Farrell is economics editor for American Public Media's weekly "Marketplace Money" show and author of "The New Frugality." He answers reader questions on most Sundays. Send questions to cfarrell@mpr.org and put "Your Money" in the subject line.
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Business![DAVID JOLES • djoles@startribune.com - Dec. 18, 2010-Eden Prairie, MN-] A Salvation Army bell ringer who grew up playing in the Salvation Army band, Erik Sundman credits with the Salvation Army introducing him to the two loves of his life, music and his wife Lynnea (he met her at Salvation Army camp). Now a professional musician, Sundman and his wife are committed to give back by sharing his music as a volunteer at holiday time and year round. In this photo:] As Lynnea rang th](https://arc.stimg.co/startribunemedia/OYAASA23LA5UR6IOWXQVBNNK6A.jpg?&w=252&ar=3:2&fit=crop)
Consider charitable giving or volunteering this holiday season
Gifts at the end of the year might qualify for tax benefits.
November 16, 2024
Business
More employer benefits supporting workers with student loans could ease stress
Student loan debt totals more than $1.7 trillion, with some 92% in federal loans across 43 million borrowers.
November 9, 2024
Business
How sustainability leads to frugality
When exploring how to live more sustainably, being more frugal with money is often the answer.
November 2, 2024
Business
Contemplating 10 jobs you’d work for a year each can help uncover next career
Thought exercises like 10 in 10 are worthwhile at any time, but they can be particularly valuable during major life transitions. We’re living longer and healthier, and the gift of longevity offers an unprecedented opportunity to imagine what we might do next.
October 26, 2024
Business
Purpose and work are not mutually exclusive: Find meaning and a paycheck at your job
Personal finance decisions become easy once you understand your “why.”
October 19, 2024
Health Care
Medicare open enrollment starts soon. Here’s how to save money without sacrificing coverage
When it comes to your health care coverage, it pays to research your options and comparison shop because you might save money while doing a comprehensive review that ensures coverage for your health care.
October 12, 2024
Business
Each stage of life poses new decisions, from career choices to burial options
Retirement can feel like an abstraction to young people but comes into sharp focus as you age.
October 5, 2024
Economy
Have millennials finally caught up economically with earlier generations?
A few years ago, every indication showed the generation had a ways to go on economic factors.
September 21, 2024
Business
Purpose and work are not mutually exclusive: Find meaning and a paycheck at your job
Personal finance decisions become easy once you understand your “why.”
October 19, 2024
Health Care
Medicare open enrollment starts soon. Here’s how to save money without sacrificing coverage
When it comes to your health care coverage, it pays to research your options and comparison shop because you might save money while doing a comprehensive review that ensures coverage for your health care.
October 12, 2024
Business
Each stage of life poses new decisions, from career choices to burial options
Retirement can feel like an abstraction to young people but comes into sharp focus as you age.
October 5, 2024
Economy
Have millennials finally caught up economically with earlier generations?
A few years ago, every indication showed the generation had a ways to go on economic factors.
September 21, 2024