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Hack-proof personal info this tax season

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 10:37:00 EST

Whether you're filing your tax return electronically, downloading forms or e-mailing your accountant, identity thieves are ready to pounce on any Social Security numbers, addresses and bank account numbers you may unknowingly divulge.

Brian J. O'Connor: Clean diesels bring a mess of decisions

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 14:32:00 EST

A clean diesel car can be good for the environment -- but will it end up cleaning out your wallet? With mileage that can be as much as one-third better than comparable gasoline engines -- hitting more than 40 mpg on the highway -- clean diesel engines can take a big bite out of your car's carbon footprint.

Detroit program a job springboard to new jobs, workers

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 01:00:00 EST

Since 2006, the Hospitality/Retail Career Center has helped train and place about 160 workers in jobs at local hotels, casinos, restaurants and other businesses across Metro Detroit, said Kenneth Nichols, the center's project coordinator.

Keys to getting a raise

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 01:00:00 EST

Wondering if it's possible to get any kind of a raise in today's economy? According to Sandra Naiman, author of "The High Achiever's Secret Codebook: The Unwritten Rules for Success at Work," the answer is yes.

Avoiding 'Streep Syndrome' work snubs

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 01:00:00 EST

It's not the distinction she was going for, but Meryl Streep was forced to accept it.

Brian J. O'Connor: Bank of America ends 'courtesy' overdraft in public relations swirl

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:00:00 EST

Bank of America announced Tuesday it will end its policy of allowing "courtesy" overdrafts when customers make debit-card purchases.

Businesses and consumers hold back on spending

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:00:00 EST

To understand why jobs are so scarce, consider John McFarland and Nicole Rosen. The two share something in common: They're reluctant to spend freely.

DIY tax returns? More are trying

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 01:00:00 EST

Do-it-yourself may be fine for painting a bedroom or changing your car's oil, but how do you know if it makes sense to file your own tax return?

Brian J. O'Connor: For musical motivation to exercise, do the math

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 01:00:00 EST

Even though, after 22 years of marriage, I still find Mrs. Your Money hotter than Woodward Avenue asphalt in July, my wife has decided to hit the gym.

Despite laws, women earn less than men, global study says

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 01:00:00 EST

Brussels -- Women with children earn almost a third less than men and still face too many career obstacles, a global trade union said in a report released today.