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For One U.S. Bike-Maker, Tariffs Are A Mixed Bag
Saturday, May 18, 2019
Detroit Bikes, a rare domestic maker of bicycles, could see business increase as a result of increased U.S. tariffs on Chinese bikes. But imported parts it relies on are also subject to higher taxes.
New Round Of Tariffs Takes A Bigger Bite Of Consumers' Budget
Friday, May 10, 2019
The latest round of tariffs on Chinese imports is expected to hit more products U.S. consumers actually buy, and businesses say they have no choice but to pass the added costs on to consumers.
Staying At A Hotel Or An Airbnb? The Lines Are Blurring
Wednesday, May 01, 2019
Consumers want more options than the standard queen room. That's driven hotel chains into the home-rental business, while Airbnb is looking to make inroads into the hotel business.
Keeping Money Secrets From Each Other: Financial Infidelity On The Rise
Monday, April 29, 2019
As many as 41% of American adults deceive their partners by hiding secret debts or accounts. Therapists say it's increasingly common, and it's both the loss of trust and resources that hurt.
Did You Successfully Negotiate A Great Package For Your New Job? Tell Us About It
Monday, April 15, 2019
It's a great job market. Were you able to score a great deal by negotiating for something unusual — or unusually great? We'd like to hear about it.
My New Diet Is An App: Weight Loss Goes Digital
Monday, April 15, 2019
The popularity of weight loss apps, especially among younger people, has forced the traditional weight loss programs to revamp their models to include online, on-demand support.
Bags Of Cash, Armed Guards And Wary Banks: The Edgy Life Of A Cannabis Company CFO
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Being chief financial officer in a pot business requires lots of workarounds, including hiring heavily armed guards. Few financial firms are willing to service a market that remains federally illegal.
Passengers Experience Little Disruption Despite Grounding Of Boeing's 737 Max Jets
Thursday, March 14, 2019
A day after the FAA ordered the grounding of all Boeing 737 Max jets, there were plenty of cancelled flights and stranded passengers, but overall there was little disruption to the air traffic system.
#MeToo Awareness Sharpens Focus On Pay Equity
Friday, March 08, 2019
After #MeToo, many employment attorneys say they've seen the number of pay-disparity cases spike, and employers are having to adapt by conducting investigations and pay audits.
Paid Family Leave Gains Momentum In States As Bipartisan Support Grows
Tuesday, March 05, 2019
Paid time off for illness and family caregivers has substantial bipartisan support. Several states are expected to consider proposals, but there are disagreements over how to structure and pay for it.
CEOs Urge Congress To Expand Gun Background Checks
Monday, February 25, 2019
The heads of four U.S. companies are lobbying for a law requiring background checks on all gun purchases. One of them, the founder of TOMS shoes, concedes his company will lose business as a result.
A New Benefit: Some Companies Help Workers Pay Down Student Loans
Monday, February 25, 2019
Some employers are offering benefits that pay down student loans. They say it's a popular way to recruit younger workers who are struggling with college debt.
When Your Shared Netflix Account Outlasts The Relationship
Thursday, February 14, 2019
Sharing of online streaming video and music passwords among sweethearts is a territorial marker, like wearing a boyfriend's sweater. But what happens to custody of the accounts when the love is gone?
Heavy Student Loan Debt Forces Many Millennials To Delay Buying Homes
Friday, February 01, 2019
The Federal Reserve says the big increase in student loan debt is creating a noticeable dent in younger people's ability to buy homes. But economists say millennials may eventually catch up.
Shutdown Squeezes IRS Workers Just As The Tax-Filing Season Is About To Start
Wednesday, January 23, 2019
Tax season is more stressful this year for filers and IRS workers alike, because of tax law changes and the partial government shutdown that has left the agency with roughly half its normal staff.
Federal Workers Struggle To Stretch Their Money As Shutdown Lingers
Monday, January 14, 2019
Some banks and credit unions are waiving late fees or offering low-interest loans. But the longer the shutdown continues, the harder it becomes for furloughed workers and contractors to stay afloat.
Some Mortgage Deals Are In Limbo As Government Shutdown Drags On
Friday, January 11, 2019
Furloughed workers can't refinance or buy homes without the ability to verify their income. For a recently divorced couple, it means continuing to live together until financial issues are resolved.
This New Program Aims To Train The Growing Freelance Workforce
Friday, January 04, 2019
The Freelancers Hub in New York City opened in October, offering classes as well as tax and legal assistance for independent workers. It's free, and the first of its kind in the country.
U.S., Canadian Executives Privately 'Spooked' About Traveling To China
Monday, December 17, 2018
The arrest of Huawei executive Meng Wanzhou, followed by China's detention of two Canadians, escalated trade and security tensions that are now leading to travel jitters.
With #MeToo In Mind, Employers Balance Workers' Privacy With Transparent Probes
Tuesday, December 11, 2018
Google pledged to make its sexual harassment investigations more transparent, after its employees protested its handling of past cases. Workers want more accountability but there are privacy concerns.