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Older workers who lack digital skills at risk of losing income. An initiative from Google and AARP aims to help change that

Older workers who lack digital skills at risk of losing income. An initiative from Google and AARP aims to help change that

The Covid-19 pandemic exposed how vulnerable older workers can be to income shocks. Google and AARP are launching new digital training to help change that.

4 years ago
There’s still time for some retirement savers to claim an extra tax write-off

There’s still time for some retirement savers to claim an extra tax write-off

The saver's credit is a tax break for low- and moderate-income people saving for retirement. Here’s what to know about claiming the write-off.

4 years ago
Over 80 lawmakers call on Biden to release memo outlining authority to cancel student debt

Over 80 lawmakers call on Biden to release memo outlining authority to cancel student debt

Over 80 House and Senate members wrote a letter to the president urging his administration to release the memo outlining his authority to cancel student debt.

4 years ago
Don't panic. Here's what investors should know as stocks continue a wild ride

Don't panic. Here's what investors should know as stocks continue a wild ride

The S&P 500 stock index dipped into "correction" territory on Monday for the first time since 2020. What does that mean for investors?

4 years ago
Consumer watchdog signals broad crackdown on hidden fees for banks, credit cards

Consumer watchdog signals broad crackdown on hidden fees for banks, credit cards

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is asking consumers for input on so-called "junk" fees from a broad array of financial entities.

4 years ago
'You have no home here' — Cramer blasts speculative SPACs for taking down the stock market

'You have no home here' — Cramer blasts speculative SPACs for taking down the stock market

"There's no more Jimmy Chill when it comes to SPACs," the "Mad Money" host said Wednesday.

4 years ago
A ‘Medicaid annuity’ may be a useful option when your spouse needs nursing home care

A ‘Medicaid annuity’ may be a useful option when your spouse needs nursing home care

While some couples "spend down" their assets to qualify for Medicaid, another option may be an annuity that converts assets into income.

4 years ago
Diversity among financial planners improved in 2021 — but it still remains overwhelmingly white and male

Diversity among financial planners improved in 2021 — but it still remains overwhelmingly white and male

Growth rates among female, Black and Hispanic advisors outpaced growth among certified financial planners overall. But diversity still lags the U.S. population.

4 years ago
'The Fed got the memo.' Here's what you can do to prepare for the coming rate hike

'The Fed got the memo.' Here's what you can do to prepare for the coming rate hike

The Fed will raise interest rates this year. Here's what that means for you.

4 years ago
Cramer advises investors to stick with 'great American companies' to weather market swings

Cramer advises investors to stick with 'great American companies' to weather market swings

While many of those firms might look to be in a dismal state, CNBC's Jim Cramer encouraged buyers to watch the big picture.

4 years ago
Now is not the time to panic with your 401(k) investments. Experts say to make these moves instead

Now is not the time to panic with your 401(k) investments. Experts say to make these moves instead

Experts caution against moving your retirement investments out of stocks amid this week's wild market fluctuations. But that doesn't mean you should do nothing.

4 years ago
Here's what investors should know as stocks continue a wild ride

Here's what investors should know as stocks continue a wild ride

The S&P 500 stock index dipped into "correction" territory on Monday for the first time since 2020. What does that mean for investors?

4 years ago
Millions of frustrated taxpayers still waiting on last year's refund as tax season begins

Millions of frustrated taxpayers still waiting on last year's refund as tax season begins

An enormous bottleneck at the IRS is delaying 2021 tax refunds for millions of American as tax filing season gets underway.

4 years ago
'You’re playing with fire if you don’t report it.' What happens if you don't disclose crypto activity this tax season

'You’re playing with fire if you don’t report it.' What happens if you don't disclose crypto activity this tax season

If you don’t report crypto activity and face an IRS audit, you may be hit with interest, penalties or even criminal charges, according to tax experts.

4 years ago
SEC chair eyes tougher cyber rules to protect investors against hackers

SEC chair eyes tougher cyber rules to protect investors against hackers

Gary Gensler, chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, aims to protect investors from financial loss and data theft.

4 years ago