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Households need those tax refunds to cover their rent, survey shows

Households need those tax refunds to cover their rent, survey shows

Before the pandemic took hold in the U.S., taxpayers mostly planned to put their refunds into savings and pay down debt. Within a couple months, their priorities have shifted to household bills and living expenses, research shows.

6 years ago
Here's what visiting a theme park is like in the age of coronavirus

Here's what visiting a theme park is like in the age of coronavirus

Six Flags Great Adventure & Safari is one of 11 theme parks the entertainment giant has opened at limited capacities across the U.S. CNBC spent the day there on July 3. Here's what it's like to visit an amusement park amid anti-coronavirus health and safety protocols.

6 years ago
How to borrow money if you are out of options

How to borrow money if you are out of options

People have few choices when borrowing money to fix holes in their budget. Many loans carry high interest rates or hidden fees. Here are your best options.

6 years ago
A 'financial war' with China could be brewing on top of the trade war

A 'financial war' with China could be brewing on top of the trade war

U.S. regulators have long sought more transparency from Chinese companies with shares trading on U.S. exchanges.

6 years ago
June business spending showed slight improvement from May with bigger gains in some areas

June business spending showed slight improvement from May with bigger gains in some areas

June business spending improved over May, particularly in areas of the economy that would benefit from the reopening economy.

6 years ago
Harvard, MIT sue Trump administration over rule barring international students

Harvard, MIT sue Trump administration over rule barring international students

Harvard and MIT filed a joint lawsuit Wednesday against Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Department of Homeland Security over a new policy that could strip visas from international students.

6 years ago
Warren Buffett giving away another $2.9 billion, bringing total donations since 2006 to $37 billion

Warren Buffett giving away another $2.9 billion, bringing total donations since 2006 to $37 billion

This year, the "Oracle of Omaha" is distributing 15.9 million class B shares of Berkshire Hathaway valued at about $2.9 billion.

6 years ago
These moves money will help you thrive in a recession

These moves money will help you thrive in a recession

The coronavirus pandemic has ushered in an sharp economic downturn. But that doesn't mean your personal finances also have to suffer a sudden drop. These steps can help you shore up your balances and prepare for the unexpected.

6 years ago
Covid-19 hit July 4th travel harder in some states, study finds

Covid-19 hit July 4th travel harder in some states, study finds

Travel during the July 4 weekend was busier than predicted, but states' Covid-19 infection rates impacted whether they saw increases or decreases in activity over the Independence Day holiday.

6 years ago
Can't pay your taxes? Don't panic — here's what to do

Can't pay your taxes? Don't panic — here's what to do

There are various options available to you if you can't pay your taxes come July 15.

6 years ago
You may soon lose unemployment benefits — and that extra $600 a week — if you're not hunting for jobs

You may soon lose unemployment benefits — and that extra $600 a week — if you're not hunting for jobs

States like Arkansas, Missouri and Nebraska are reinstating a requirement to look for work as a condition of collecting unemployment benefits.

6 years ago
Out of work? Here's what you need to know about getting health insurance

Out of work? Here's what you need to know about getting health insurance

The pandemic has led to millions of Americans losing their jobs and their health insurance. Here's what to do about the latter.

6 years ago
These 7 freelance jobs pay more than $18 an hour — and you can do them remotely

These 7 freelance jobs pay more than $18 an hour — and you can do them remotely

People who need extra money can turn to flex, remote jobs, and some pay over $18 an hour.

6 years ago
Dividend payments plunge by $42.5 billion in worst quarter for income investors since financial crisis

Dividend payments plunge by $42.5 billion in worst quarter for income investors since financial crisis

Companies struggling to get through the pandemic slashed the amount of money they returned to shareholders through dividends in the second quarter.

6 years ago
'Medigap' insurance covers some Medicare costs. How to choose a plan that's right for you

'Medigap' insurance covers some Medicare costs. How to choose a plan that's right for you

Even though Medigap policies are standardized across most states regardless of which insurance company offers them, there can be big cost differences in premiums from insurer to insurer and among locations. Here are some tips for choosing one that's right for you.

6 years ago