Janet Nguyen
Digital Reporter
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Janet is a reporter with the Marketplace digital team.
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Do celebrities use ATMs? Who pays their bills? Here’s how business managers handle an artist’s finances
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Janet Nguyen
Oct 4, 2024
They have debit cards and do go to the bank to withdraw money. Stars, they’re just like us.
People are hoarding toilet paper again. But there's no need to panic buy.
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Janet Nguyen
Oct 3, 2024
Port shutdowns stirred fears of supply shortages this week. Luckily, most of the TP Americans use is produced in the U.S.
Traveling to an Oasis concert next year? You might want to consider insurance.
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Janet Nguyen
Oct 2, 2024
If you’re planning to see a musical act, especially one with a troubled history, here's how to hedge against a cancellation and financial loss.
Homebuyers are still waiving inspections. Could the latest Fed rate cut help turn the tide?
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Janet Nguyen
Sep 30, 2024
In a competitive housing market, buyers are forgoing their right to an inspection, or the right to walk away from a property if it’s not in good condition.
Does the presidential election take a bite out of small businesses?
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Janet Nguyen
Sep 27, 2024
Interest rates and seasonal changes influence the real estate market or small business sales more than election season.
How does election spending impact the economy?
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Janet Nguyen
Sep 20, 2024
Spending can spur job creation in specific sectors, like broadcast news.
Is that “luxury” apartment of yours really luxury?
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Janet Nguyen
Sep 19, 2024
Realtors often use the word “luxury” to advertise apartments or houses, but there’s no regulation over the term.
How do small, independent motels stay in business?
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Janet Nguyen
Sep 13, 2024
They don’t have the name recognition of a Motel 6, but low prices, little competition and a sense of community help Indian hoteliers withstand inflation.
Could the U.S. ever attain 100% employment?
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Janet Nguyen
Sep 6, 2024
The U.S. unemployment rate has never reached zero, and it likely never will. But that’s not a bad thing.
This is how much gold Paralympians take home
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Janet Nguyen
, Tony Wagner
and Zoë Saunders
Sep 6, 2024
Plus, financial educator Sahirenys Pierce defends her splurge and more in this week's This Is Uncomfortable Newsletter.