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Sorry to Say, Women: The Gender Pay Gap is Widening
Krystal Steinmetz on October 21, 2015
As men’s earnings grow at twice the pace of women’s, analysts parse the data and try to explain why. Here are some of the theories.
Amazon Is Hiring a Crazy Number of Seasonal Workers
Krystal Steinmetz on October 21, 2015
Even as some brick-and-mortar retailers cut back on their holiday hiring, the e-commerce giant plans to expand its seasonal staffing by 25 percent over 2014.
Another Blow for Embattled For-Profit ITT Colleges
Krystal Steinmetz on October 21, 2015
There are at least 18 attorneys general and three federal agencies investigating this college chain. Here’s the latest government move to restrict the institution.
How Employers Are Trying to Boost Your Retirement
Karla Bowsher on October 21, 2015
Grim news about how little money Americans save for retirement makes headlines regularly. But one recent trend in employer-sponsored 401(k) plans could help change that.
Which Company Faces a 3,000 Percent Tax Rate?
Karla Bowsher on October 21, 2015
A new analysis shows corporate tax rates can vary wildly from company to company — from negative rates to nearly 3,000 percent.
10 Cities With the Highest Rent Hikes in the Nation
Karla Bowsher on March 3, 2021
It’s not so sunny for renters in parts of the South and West. Find out why.
Don’t Wait on Hold for Customer Service: There’s a Better Way
Marilyn Lewis on October 21, 2015
Luckily, cunning minds have devised apps, websites and strategies that we can use to get questions and complaints heard immediately.
It’s ‘Back to the Future’ Day: How the Movie’s Predictions Hold Up
Jim Gold on May 20, 2021
Oct. 21, 2015: Let’s see how well Marty and Doc fit into the real future as shown in the second film of time-hopping sci-fi trilogy. Plus, great ways to celebrate the day.
Most States Get Poor Grades on Teaching Money Skills in Schools
Krystal Steinmetz on October 20, 2015
But one state is head and shoulders above all the others. Find out how yours ranks.
Stunning Increases: Drug Prices That Have Shot Up 400 to 1,200 Percent
Krystal Steinmetz on October 20, 2015
A new report suggests that hedge funds and private equity firms are responsible for the soaring cost of many drugs.
FTC Settlement Slaps Bogus ‘Tech Support’ Providers
Krystal Steinmetz on October 20, 2015
The case, through which customers lost millions of dollars, is a warning to other computer users. Here’s how to be sure you don’t get taken.
Top 10 Jobs of the Year for Work-Life Balance
Karla Bowsher on October 20, 2015
Work-life balance has been harder to come by in recent years. But a new study says these jobs offer the best shot at achieving that goal.
No Joke: This University Now Offers Free MBAs
Karla Bowsher on October 20, 2015
Arizona State University is offering full scholarships to all students accepted into its full-time MBA program starting next fall. Find out why.
Handful of Donors Have Huge Impact on 2016 Race
Karla Bowsher on October 20, 2015
A relative few donors account for 50.9 percent of all direct presidential campaign donations so far. And big-name candidates in both parties are benefiting.
5 Simple Steps to Slay Your Financial Fears
Marilyn Lewis on December 4, 2015
Tackle the money boogeymen – investing, debt, wills, taxes and budgeting — one easy step at a time.
Ask Stacy: Will Canceling Credit Cards Hurt My Credit Score?
Stacy Johnson CPA on January 31, 2018
Read the popular press, and it’s easy to believe our credit scores must be constantly tweaked and monitored to keep us alive. It’s a credit score, people, not an ICU patient.
Waiting for Your Chip Credit Cards? Beware of These Scams
Krystal Steinmetz on October 19, 2015
The government warns that fraudsters are targeting people as they await their new, more secure credit cards. Here’s how to protect yourself.
Can Oprah Pull Weight Watchers Out of Its Slump?
Krystal Steinmetz on October 19, 2015
After Oprah Winfrey paid $43 million for a chunk of the weight loss company, its stock soared. Will her blessing help the company make a lasting difference against the competition?
Why Amazon Is Suing More Than 1,000 Product Reviewers
Krystal Steinmetz on October 19, 2015
In an ongoing battle to keep it real, the e-commerce giant is going after Fiverr users who allegedly wrote and sold phony reviews for products sold on Amazon.
The 5 Worst Fast-Food Salads for Your Waistline
Karla Bowsher on October 19, 2015
We analyzed the menus of America’s 25 largest fast-food and fast-casual restaurants to identify each chain’s salad menu item with the highest calorie count. Find out who fared worst.
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