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Laid off? Seize the day

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00 EST

CHICAGO — The shock of being laid off barely had time to set in before Jim Wessel began looking for another job.

Many stores discount quality cookware during holiday season

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 23:55 EST

Maybe you want to take advantage of Black Friday sales to finally buy that top-notch new skillet or Dutch oven, or maybe your gift list includes someone who needs a whole set of pots and pans.

Interview questions got tougher; be ready

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 23:55 EST

In this job market , many unemployed people are looking for jobs after working for the same company for decades. To prepare for a job search, what changes should you expect in the interview process?

Personal touch goes long way toward generating job offers

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 23:55 EST

After 30 years in the recruiting industry, Dave Flanders believes he's seen the one surefire way to land a job: Give your resume to 100 friends, acquaintances and relatives; tell them you're looking for work; and ask them to keep you in mind.

Grocery store displays can mask higher prices

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 20:55 EST

SAN FRANCISCO — If you ever leave the grocery store with a slight sense of bewilderment at what you've just bought, you are not alone.

Vanishing jobs

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 22:59 EST

WASHINGTON — Even with an economic revival, many U.S. jobs lost during the recession may be gone forever and a weak employment market could linger for years.

Just run that car into the ground

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:05 EST

DEAR BRUCE: I have heard both sides of the argument when it comes to buying a car. Some argue that it's best to buy a car and drive it until it's ready for a junkyard burial.

Small, unexplained credit-card charges hint at identity theft

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:05 EST

It might just be an unexplained charge on your credit-card statement that you don't recall making or have a receipt for. But it's important to look into these small transactions as they may be part of a larger problem: stolen credit.

title insurance

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:05 EST

Amid the heap of obligations and expenses that come with buying a house, title insurance can be one of the most bewildering.

Cashing out your 401(k)

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:05 EST

DES MOINES, Iowa — Millions of workers take a huge chance with their retirement savings every year: They cash out their 401(k) accounts when they lose their jobs or move to new employers.

Fear of holiday flying: not weather, but cost

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 23:50 EST

ATLANTA — Holiday surcharges. Bag fees. Fees for just about everything. Long airport security lines. Flying might not be your cheapest, quickest or most comfortable option to travel to grandma's house this Thanksgiving.

Solar plan is a dim idea

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 23:35 EST

DEAR BRUCE: My wife and I own our house (no mortgage). We are wondering if it is worth it to get a home loan to install solar panels and a solar water heater for about $45,000 for a 5-kilowatt system tied into the grid.

Ex-mutual-fund CEO criticizes the industry

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 23:35 EST

BOSTON — Dan Calabria is a believer in mutual funds, imperfect as they may be: "I consider them to be the worst investment in the world, except for everything else that's out there," he quips.

Bring a pet or duffel bag and expect to pay more

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 23:35 EST

ATLANTA — You can make waves after your next flight on Allegiant Air, but it's going to cost you extra to check your boogie board.