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To mandate or not to mandate? How to lure employees back to the office

August 17, 2024, 5:48am Business

One of the key ways CBRE’s Lenny Beaudoin works with companies is by helping them rethink their employees’ relationship to in-person work, especially when it comes to return-to-office mandates. Read story

A home burns after a fast-moving wildfire swept through the area in the Centennial Heights neighborhood of Louisville, Colorado on Thursday, Dec. 30, 2021. U.S. homeowners&Ccedil;&fnof;&Ugrave; wildfire and flood risks are underinsured by $28.7 billion a year.

Gongloff: A $1 trillion time bomb is ticking in the housing market

A home burns after a fast-moving wildfire swept through the area in the Centennial Heights neighborhood of Louisville, Colorado on Thursday, Dec. 30, 2021. U.S. homeowners&Ccedil;&fnof;&Ugrave; wildfire and flood risks are underinsured by $28.7 billion a year.

August 11, 2024, 5:13am Business

Cassandras seldom get opportunities to be right about two disasters. Even the original Cassandra scored no notable victories after predicting the fall of Troy. But when a seer who successfully called one catastrophe warns of another coming, you might want to listen. Read story

Econometer: Can 7-Eleven change its US image and become more like the stores in Japan?

August 10, 2024, 5:25am Business

A food-focused shift for 7-Eleven is coming to the U.S., mimicking its success in Japan, and items are already showing up in Southern California. Read story

The Federal Trade Commission says cryptocurrency fraud schemes have &Ccedil;&fnof;&uacute;skyrocketed&Ccedil;&fnof;&ugrave; as consumers lose tens of millions of dollars.

Crypto scams are becoming more common on social media. Here’s how you can protect yourself

The Federal Trade Commission says cryptocurrency fraud schemes have &Ccedil;&fnof;&uacute;skyrocketed&Ccedil;&fnof;&ugrave; as consumers lose tens of millions of dollars.

August 4, 2024, 5:24am Business

When Kelly Mitchell, 56, had her Facebook account hacked by scammers, she didn’t realize that she had joined the group of nearly one million people who had been a part of ransomware attacks, phishing attacks, or data security breaches in the past year. Read story

Hiltzik: Investing through index funds is more popular than ever, so why is it becoming controversial?

July 20, 2024, 5:38am Business

The share of adult Americans who own stocks is approaching an all-time high of 63%, which may explain why events such as the surge in “meme” stocks like GameStop gets such generous play in the news. Read story

Bankrate: Pay off debt or save? Expert tips to help you choose

July 15, 2024, 5:53am Business

A common financial struggle for Americans is deciding how much money to devote to savings versus paying down debt. While the answer varies on a case-by-case basis, it’s often important to strike a balance between the two. Read story

How to combat loneliness in the workplace

July 13, 2024, 6:07am Business

Twice each month, executives at the dating app company Hinge gather for a team meeting. But rather than dive into discussions about metrics or revenue, they begin by simply talking. Read story

Nearly half of recent hires used AI to apply, according to a survey by Resume Builder released in May.

Go ahead, write your cover letter with ChatGPT

Nearly half of recent hires used AI to apply, according to a survey by Resume Builder released in May.

July 13, 2024, 5:51am Business

Artificial intelligence is already making it easier for workers to put together a job application. The jury’s still out on whether it’s also making it easier for them to get the job. Read story

One Tech Tip: What to do if your personal info has been exposed in a data breach

July 12, 2024, 7:45am Business

Data breaches like the most recent one involving AT&T customers are becoming an almost regular occurrence. Read story

Meet ALICE: 29% of American households who earn above poverty level but don’t have enough to make ends meet

July 6, 2024, 5:25am Business

Persistent inflation in recent years has taken a toll on Americans in multiple ways. For instance, according to Bankrate’s money and mental health survey, 65% of people who said their mental health is affected by money cite inflation as a cause. Read story