Hackers may have gained access to the private information of millions of people from a background check company called National Public Data. Should you be worried? We have some advice.
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You have been able to earn solid returns by parking your money in fairly safe places, our columnist says. But that won’t last much longer.
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Entrepreneurs say use of artificial intelligence for a variety of tasks is accelerating the path to hiring and, ideally, profitability.
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When rental companies need to move their vehicles, they frequently offer one-way trips at a steep discount. Our Frugal Traveler snapped up a deal that took her through eastern Canada.
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Stars like George Clooney frequent this scenic corner of northern Italy, but you might be surprised by how affordable it can be. Here’s an insider’s guide.
By Valeriya Safronova
Here are tips on how to dodge some of the most devastating schemes and what to do if you or someone you care about becomes ensnared.
By Tara Siegel Bernard
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has proposed a rule that would treat the offerings as loans, requiring the providers to disclose their charges as interest rates.
By Ann Carrns
The key mortgage rate had its biggest one-week decline of the year, falling to the lowest level in 15 months.
By Danielle Kaye
Seller-financed loans known as “land contracts” don’t involve a bank and lack the consumer protections available with traditional home loans.
By Ann Carrns
The New York Times wants to hear from recent college graduates, other young job seekers and hiring managers about this year’s job market.
By Talmon Joseph Smith
Criminals on the internet are increasingly going after Americans over the age of 60 because they are viewed as having the largest piles of savings.
By Tara Siegel Bernard
Financial regulators and consumer advocates frown upon using credit cards to pay off installment loans because of the risk that consumers will dig themselves further into debt.
By Ann Carrns
Temporary toll passes, now free for those who rent cars at the Orlando airport in Florida, allow drivers to avoid charges for toll payment devices. Could this be a model for other destinations?
By Elaine Glusac
Taking a safe driver course can save you 10 percent on the premium, one expert said. Improving your credit score can also help as can getting married.
By Ann Carrns
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