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Apple Maps driving activity is slowing again in warning sign for the economy

Apple Maps driving activity is slowing again in warning sign for the economy

As coronavirus cases surge across the United States, data from navigation app Apple Maps shows a slowdown in requests for driving directions.

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
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
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
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
Op-ed: How the widening wealth gap became color-blind

Op-ed: How the widening wealth gap became color-blind

Financial advisor Ivory Johnson, founder of Delancey Wealth Management and a member of the CNBC FA Council, writes this was all bound to happen sooner or later, and that any good thief will steal from anyone he can get his hands on, if he can get away with it time and time again.

6 years ago
The billionaires and country clubs that received small business loans from the government

The billionaires and country clubs that received small business loans from the government

The individuals and companies that received more than $150,000, included large companies and billionaires that had access to other sources of capital and have recovered quickly from the coronavirus pandemic.

6 years ago
Use these 6 tips to teach your kids lifelong money lessons during the pandemic

Use these 6 tips to teach your kids lifelong money lessons during the pandemic

Plenty of people find it hard to make good financial decisions. We can hardly expect kids to navigate the world of money without some guidance from their parents.

6 years ago
How to handle your Medicare coverage if you move to another state

How to handle your Medicare coverage if you move to another state

Depending on where you're moving, your Medicare coverage may not be much different, other than a new policy number. In some cases, though, you might end up wanting to make more substantive changes, depending on cost and plan availability.

6 years ago
Blackout Day looks to tap the rising power of the Black consumer

Blackout Day looks to tap the rising power of the Black consumer

Black American consumers are hoping to make the financial and economic community pay attention Tuesday by using the power of purse.

6 years ago
New regime needed to take on tech giants

New regime needed to take on tech giants

Competition Markets Authority | Release | Jul 1, 2020 The CMA is calling on the government to introduce a new pro-competition regulatory regime to tackle Google and Facebook’s market power. The dynamic nature of digital advertising markets and the types of concerns identified by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) in its market study are

6 years ago
Social Security's trust funds at a greater risk for running dry amid pandemic. What that means for your retirement

Social Security's trust funds at a greater risk for running dry amid pandemic. What that means for your retirement

For many, Social Security benefits are the backbone of their retirement income. But the system's trust funds could be at greater risk of running out due to the economic downturn. Here's what experts are saying, and what that means for those hoping to retire.

6 years ago
States rush to keep afloat businesses crushed by the pandemic

States rush to keep afloat businesses crushed by the pandemic

The Covid-19 crisis and the economic fallout has states fighting harder than ever for business and jobs.

6 years ago
New rules for international students could cost U.S. colleges $41 billion

New rules for international students could cost U.S. colleges $41 billion

Amid the coronavirus crisis, many international students might not be able to study in the U.S., which could cause a major disruption in our college system.

6 years ago