bargain hunters

Yes, a few bargain hunters have stepped up and put a dent in the housing glut. But the slow cycle of foreclosure sales and falling prices will continue to wreak havoc as it works its way through the economy.

After the market chaos of recent weeks, bargain hunters are on the prowl. See what companies value investors are snapping up while prices are down.

Stockholders bailed. Bargain hunters bought. And Wall Street turned into a wild roller coaster ride. Bob Moon explains to Kai Ryssdal what was driving the action and when it's going to settle down.

Buyers are coming back to the housing market to take advantage of banks desperate to get rid of foreclosed homes.

Dan Grech reports.

Serious bargain-hunters cut their dining-out costs to a minimum by taking advantage of restaurant coupons and promotions, rewards clubs and other strategies. Here are the experts' best tips.