U.S. in Recession

How to protect your money in turbulent times

St. Paul, Minn. — More investment banks and other huge financial institutions continue to live on the edge of bankruptcy.

Economists predict the loss of trillions of dollars in financial wealth disappearing worldwide. But does that mean you should take your money out of money markets and mutual funds?

Personal financial consultant Ruth Hayden talks about what it takes to save during turbulent times.

Guests

• Ruth Hayden: Finance consultant and author of several books, including "Your Money Life: The "Make-It-Work" Workbook."

More from MPR

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• Stocks sink in early trading after AIG bailout
  September 16, 2008
• Fed pumps $70 billion into nation's financial system
  September 16, 2008
• Minnesota's economy 'well-insulated' from Wall Street troubles
  September 15, 2008

Resources

• Ruth Hayden's Web site