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Starboard tries to find another winner in the fintech space

Starboard tries to find another winner in the fintech space

Starboard Value takes a stake in a payments company with several roads to choose from.

5 years ago
Confessions of a personal finance reporter: 3 of my worst money mistakes

Confessions of a personal finance reporter: 3 of my worst money mistakes

I'm not proud of the financial mistakes I've made, and I'm sharing a few of the big ones in hopes of educating others.

5 years ago
Proving Your Product Market to Investors

Proving Your Product Market to Investors

One of the key elements to attracting potential investors is to prove your product market. Learn a few strategies to demonstrate your product’s market fit. Continue reading

5 years ago
Black-owned restaurants in NYC struggle for survival as stimulus stalemate drags on

Black-owned restaurants in NYC struggle for survival as stimulus stalemate drags on

Black restaurants in New York have seen revenue decline as much as 80% since the start of the pandemic. To help, Black Restaurant Week is coming to the city even with indoor dining restrictions and other Covid-19 concerns.

5 years ago
Here are tips from financial advisors for getting your Medicare coverage right

Here are tips from financial advisors for getting your Medicare coverage right

Under Medicare, which you are eligible for at age 65, it can be challenging in some circumstances to change plans and costly if you get your choices wrong.

5 years ago
Feeling altruistic? This tax strategy can keep Medicare premiums in check

Feeling altruistic? This tax strategy can keep Medicare premiums in check

There's no denying the feel-good effect of donating to charity. But some giving strategies are more tax-savvy than others. This tactic allows you to give without blowing up your Medicare premiums.

5 years ago
Long-term unemployment spikes for millions of Americans. Aid that’s kept them afloat may end soon

Long-term unemployment spikes for millions of Americans. Aid that’s kept them afloat may end soon

As of September, 2.4 million Americans have been unemployed for more than 27 weeks due to the coronavirus pandemic. The aid that many have relied on may soon end.

5 years ago
Retail investors are becoming more than shareholders

Retail investors are becoming more than shareholders

Andreeson Horowitz |  Matthieu Hafemeister |  Oct 23, 2020 Historically, the definition of an investor has been almost entirely focused on the financial component: the flow of capital from those who have it to those who need it. More recently, the venture capital model expanded the perception of what it means to be an investor.


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5 years ago
Trump says he 'prepaid' his taxes. So do millions of other Americans. Here's what that may mean

Trump says he 'prepaid' his taxes. So do millions of other Americans. Here's what that may mean

During the final debate on Thursday, President Donald Trump said that he prepaid millions of dollars in taxes. Experts think he meant quarterly estimated payments. Here's what you should know about them.

5 years ago
It's a scary time financially. How to avoid panic

It's a scary time financially. How to avoid panic

Around 2 in 3 adults report that money is "a significant source of stress" in their lives, according to a survey by the American Psychological Association. These steps may help calm you down a bit.

5 years ago
Fintech Fridays EP45:  Mission-driven and Consumer-centric Financial Services

Fintech Fridays EP45: Mission-driven and Consumer-centric Financial Services

NCFA Canada | Oct 23, 2020 JOIN US ON A STORYTELLING JOURNEY EVERY FRIDAY. EP45:  Mission-driven and Consumer-centric Financial Services Guest:  KEITH TAYLOR, Executive Director, DUCA Impact Lab (LinkedIn) Bio:  Keith Taylor is the Executive Director of The DUCA Impact Lab, an innovation hub founded by DUCA Financial Services Credit Union. The Impact Lab is


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5 years ago
As stimulus talks drag on in Washington, millions of small businesses await guidance on PPP loan forgiveness

As stimulus talks drag on in Washington, millions of small businesses await guidance on PPP loan forgiveness

Small business owners are not just waiting for additional stimulus money from Washington, they need clarity on how the IRS will tax their PPP loans.

5 years ago
Goldman is clawing back millions in pay from CEO David Solomon, Lloyd Blankfein and others

Goldman is clawing back millions in pay from CEO David Solomon, Lloyd Blankfein and others

The punishment meted out by the board of the New York-based bank may be viewed as an indirect acknowledgement that Goldman's leaders had some responsibility for the episode.

5 years ago
Bank Shot: Canada may be a laggard, but these B.C. fintechs are ready for open banking

Bank Shot: Canada may be a laggard, but these B.C. fintechs are ready for open banking

BCBusiness | Michael McCullough | Oct 20, 2020 Will COVID-19 be the shock that finally shakes up our stodgy (and expensive) payment systems? If you’re like me, you have a small pile of change on your dresser or bedside table. It’s been making the rounds of your pants and jacket pockets for months. As the


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5 years ago
Here's how to handle an unexpected windfall of money

Here's how to handle an unexpected windfall of money

Depending on the assets you're inheriting, you may need to take steps to ensure you avoid unexpected taxes or expenses.

5 years ago