Monday Money Minute
Created: May 12, 2008 05:43 PM    
Modified: May 12, 2008 06:08 PM


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We work the better part of our life. With retirement as the end goal.

But when it comes to affording a comfortable retirement, Americans' confidence is slipping.

In fact, a survey shows it's the lowest it's been in seven years.

People are worried about paying for health care, and that the slowing economy and falling home values will prevent them from saving enough for retirement.

Thousands of people counting on the government stimulus check, won't be getting one because they're married to foreigners.

The problem affects those who filed jointly with a spouse whose immigration status doesn't allow them to have a social security number.

Toyota is shifting into a lower gear.

Plans for a new auto assembly plant in Mississippi are being delayed by worries about slumping auto sales across the nation.

Stamp prices went up to 42-cents today, including the forever stamps.

But those who stocked up on the 'forever' stamps for 41-cents can still use them without extra postage.

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