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From travel pods to private jets, affluent travelers are eager to make vacations happen

From travel pods to private jets, affluent travelers are eager to make vacations happen

Affluent travelers appear to be more resilient than most, making plans and holding onto reservations made pre-pandemic. Industry experts see this resilience among luxury travelers as an encouraging sign that a rebound might be just around the corner.

6 years ago
Receiving unemployment payments? Why tax season might cost you next year

Receiving unemployment payments? Why tax season might cost you next year

Laid-off workers who are currently receiving unemployment may stumble on a surprise next spring: They could owe Uncle Sam, and they could miss out on a pile of tax credits when they file with the IRS.

6 years ago
You may be able to use your Roth IRA to fund a home purchase. Here are the pros and cons

You may be able to use your Roth IRA to fund a home purchase. Here are the pros and cons

Due to the flexibility of a Roth IRA, you may be able to use money toward the purchase of your first home without paying taxes or an early withdrawal penalty on up to $10,000 in earnings.

6 years ago
Special needs families face increased financial pressure in Covid-19 crisis. This can help

Special needs families face increased financial pressure in Covid-19 crisis. This can help

For millions of students with disabilities and special needs in U.S. public and private schools, remote learning has created increased financial pressure for families. Workplace benefits, special savings accounts and other resources can help bridge the financial gap.

6 years ago
Warren Buffett continues his Bank of America buying spree, bringing stake to 11.8%

Warren Buffett continues his Bank of America buying spree, bringing stake to 11.8%

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway this week again added to his already-enormous stake in Bank of America.

6 years ago
This is how your unpaid debts are handled if you pass away

This is how your unpaid debts are handled if you pass away

If a person dies with outstanding debts, exactly what happens to those unpaid obligations depends on various factors including the type of debt, whose name is on it and state laws.

6 years ago
Warren Buffett adds to his Bank of America buying spree, bringing stake to 11.8%

Warren Buffett adds to his Bank of America buying spree, bringing stake to 11.8%

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway this week again added to his already-enormous stake in Bank of America.

6 years ago
Understanding the Value of a Startup’s Intellectual Property

Understanding the Value of a Startup’s Intellectual Property

Learn about startups’ intellectual property (IP) and its value. Continue reading

6 years ago
The $600 unemployment boost has ended. What's next?

The $600 unemployment boost has ended. What's next?

The $600 weekly enhancement to unemployment benefits ended Friday. Lawmakers are trying to figure out what comes next as millions of Americans brace for a steep drop in aid.

6 years ago
What to do if you're at risk of eviction now that the CARES Act moratorium has ended

What to do if you're at risk of eviction now that the CARES Act moratorium has ended

If you're facing eviction during the pandemic, you're definitely not alone. Follow these steps.

6 years ago
GOP HEALS Act gives some businesses a second shot at Paycheck Protection Program loans

GOP HEALS Act gives some businesses a second shot at Paycheck Protection Program loans

The GOP HEALS Act calls for additional funding for small businesses that have run out of their first infusion of Paycheck Protection Program loans. Sens. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., and Susan Collins, R-Maine, also propose earmarking cash for companies with no more than 10 employees.

6 years ago
How to start a business during the coronavirus shutdown using skills you already have

How to start a business during the coronavirus shutdown using skills you already have

Patrice Washington lost her real estate business in 2008 and had to start a new career from scratch. Now, she helps others fix their finances and create businesses of their own.

6 years ago
The $600 unemployment boost is almost over. For some, aid will fall by 93%

The $600 unemployment boost is almost over. For some, aid will fall by 93%

A $600 boost in weekly unemployment benefits ends July 31. The average person can expect a 65% drop in aid, according to Labor Department data. It will be more dramatic for some in certain states.

6 years ago
Personal Finance 101: The complete guide to managing your money

Personal Finance 101: The complete guide to managing your money

Creating a financially secure life can feel like a daunting task that requires the skills of expert mapmaker and GPS programmer. You need to figure out where you are today and where you want to get to. As if that's not a big enough lift, you're then in charge of finding the best route to get from here to there without veering off into costly detours. This Personal Finance 101 guide lays out the seven key steps to focus on today to get you working toward long-term security.

6 years ago