August 11, 2017, 6:01am Business
The intersection of finance and romance is always a tricky place. And many people even arrive there while still dating, when the level of debt — student loans included — being carried by a potential partner creates concern about the next step in the relationship. Read story
August 9, 2017, 6:01am Business
It’s the vacation season, a time to get away. Regrettably, many vacationers take their work with them. Read story
August 8, 2017, 6:00am Business
So far this year, a trio of unexpected deaths has shocked Washington business and agriculture. Melanie Dressel, Ron Reimann and Jeff Brotman leave behind large shoes to fill. Read story
August 7, 2017, 6:05am Business
One percent down on a new home loan? Zero down? Generous gifts of thousands of dollars from mortgage companies to help you swing the deal? Read story
August 6, 2017, 6:05am Business
Dear Mr. Berko: If I knew when insiders — for example, officers and directors or Warren Buffett and Carl Icahn — made their purchases, I could do the same and increase my chances of making money. Could you give me the names of some big companies in which insiders have… Read story
August 5, 2017, 6:01am Business
Dear Mr. Berko: I’m a 42-year-old female professional administrator, and I invest for long-term growth. In 2011, I bought 200 shares of LKQ Corp., which sells auto and truck replacement parts, at $23, and a year later, it split 2-for-1. Now I have 400 shares of LKQ, worth about $13,700.… Read story
August 4, 2017, 6:00am Business
On Aug. 21, a total solar eclipse of the sun will be visible in parts of the contiguous United States. Read story
August 2, 2017, 6:00am Business
It was supposed to be a risk-free offer, a chance to sample a skin-care product. Read story
August 1, 2017, 6:00am Business
In 2014, President Barack Obama opened the door for states to collect tolls on interstate highways. This year, Oregon lawmakers, much to the chagrin of Washington drivers and truckers, unilaterally took advantage of the new funding opportunity. Read story
July 31, 2017, 6:00am Business
So what does it take to get approved for a mortgage to buy a house this summer, whether you’re a first-timer, planning to move up or downsize? Maybe not all that you think. Read story
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