Consumer News

ALL BUSINESS: Cash is king for investors

That old saying "cash is king" certainly rings true these days. Investors can’t seem to get enough of it, which ultimately could be bad news for the stock market and the economy.

Business owners drop prices to build relationships

For many small business owners, the recession can have an upside in giving them opportunities to strengthen their relationships with customers.

Beware the bully, MBAs adjusting to recession

BULLY WATCH: The recession is creating a "blank check" for office bullies, said one employee advocate.

Small companies need holistic midyear checkups

Small business owners might want to put two important items at the top of their midyear to-do lists: get a financial checkup, and do more networking.

Get online, get a job; offices still congenial

SIGN UP, HOOK UP, JOIN UP: Every time you hand out a business card, that contact should also be added to your online social network, experts say. These sites are an opportunity for self-branding and building connections while on the job hunt.

ALL BUSINESS: Bank creditors still sitting pretty

American taxpayers and stock owners have taken it on the chin in this financial crisis. The same can’t be said of bondholders who lent money to the most troubled banks.

Trend toward smaller homes for thriftier seniors

Catering to baby boomers and seniors who’ve lost savings during the recession, retirement-housing designers and developers are shifting to smaller homes that are more energy efficient and maximize space.