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Gig work can be precarious, with workers’ earnings depending on the condition of their cars, enough customers hailing rides or ordering food, and whether companies are paying enough to make it worth their while. In some cases, though, drivers for app-based companies can lose their ability to work at all. Apps can “deactivate” them when …

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Being let go from a job is hard, especially at a moment when the cost of living is rising and a recession is looming. This year, tens of thousands of recently laid-off tech workers are already asking themselves: “What’s my next career move?” Tech companies are facing strong headwinds. Microsoft Corp. MSFT, -1.89% confirmed plans on …

: Microsoft will lay off 10,000 workers. If you get fired from your tech job, what should be your next move? Read More »

Dear MarketWatch, I’m from New Jersey. My daughter and I are looking to invest in a multi-family unit for our family. I’m retired and live in a luxury apartment paying $2,000 a month for rent, soon to increase to $2,200. My daughter is a homeowner and her property currently has $75,000 to $100,000 in equity.   …

The Big Move: I’m a retired mom, and want to buy an apartment in New Jersey with my daughter. Should we sell her home and buy now — or sell and wait for houses prices to fall? Read More »

My father dated someone when I was in early grade school, and mentored one of her sons, who is about eight years younger than I am, becoming the father figure he never had. For simplicity, I’ll refer to him as a stepbrother. He helped me with some key decisions after I graduated. One key piece …

The Moneyist: ‘We got into a big argument’: My stepbrother helped me start my multimillion-dollar tech career, but now wants my late father’s house. What do I owe him? Read More »