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3.2 million Americans are still long-term unemployed as benefits are set to expire

3.2 million Americans are still long-term unemployed as benefits are set to expire

More than a third of the unemployed have been out of work for at least six months, as federal jobless benefits expire and a national eviction ban was overturned.

5 years ago
Retirees may save with this year-end charitable donation tax strategy

Retirees may save with this year-end charitable donation tax strategy

Retirees may donate to charity from their individual retirement accounts with a qualified charitable distribution. Here’s what to know, according to advisors.

5 years ago
Didi jumps 14% on the week amid report of Chinese government taking it over

Didi jumps 14% on the week amid report of Chinese government taking it over

State-owned companies based in Beijing would invest in Didi to gain control under the early-stage proposal pending government approval, Bloomberg News reported.

5 years ago
Student loan borrowers have 4 more months without payments. How to make the most of the extra cash

Student loan borrowers have 4 more months without payments. How to make the most of the extra cash

For most borrowers, student loan payments won't be due until 2022. Experts weigh in on the best ways to spend the extra cash until then.

5 years ago
Op-ed: Weighing the options to continue or end expanded unemployment benefits

Op-ed: Weighing the options to continue or end expanded unemployment benefits

In the wake of unprecedented upheaval amid the Covid pandemic, directing fiscal stimulus towards the unemployed has offered a reliable "bang for the buck."

5 years ago
Fears about Social Security's future funding shouldn't prompt you to claim benefits early

Fears about Social Security's future funding shouldn't prompt you to claim benefits early

A new report finds Social Security can only pay full benefits for 12 years. Experts say fears about the program's future shouldn't lead you to claim early.

5 years ago
Here are some strategies to pay off that big credit card debt

Here are some strategies to pay off that big credit card debt

Overall, credit card balances have declined in the pandemic. But for many, the debt is only growing and it can be hard to see a way out.

5 years ago
Here's why it's smart to start saving for retirement when you're in your 20s

Here's why it's smart to start saving for retirement when you're in your 20s

"Most people that I sit down with always say 'I wish I started sooner,'" said Tess Zigo, a certified financial planner at Emerge Wealth Strategies.

5 years ago
Pandemic's $794 billion unemployment benefits were historic. Here’s a look back at their scope

Pandemic's $794 billion unemployment benefits were historic. Here’s a look back at their scope

Federal unemployment programs, which end this weekend, greatly expanded the safety net for the jobless during the pandemic.

5 years ago
Caring for aging family members can be very costly. Don't miss out on these tax breaks

Caring for aging family members can be very costly. Don't miss out on these tax breaks

Caring for aging relatives can be costly. But there may be federal and state tax breaks to help ease the burden, financial experts say.

5 years ago
Investing Pre-IPO

Investing Pre-IPO

Learn the difference between early and late-stage startup investment opportunities and how to invest pre-IPO. Continue reading

5 years ago
Many companies are offering generous tuition assistance so workers can go back to college

Many companies are offering generous tuition assistance so workers can go back to college

More companies will pay for college, yet this valuable workplace benefit is often overlooked.

5 years ago
New York extends eviction protection for renters until Jan. 15

New York extends eviction protection for renters until Jan. 15

New York state lawmakers voted to extend an eviction ban until Jan. 15, following the Supreme Court's decision last month to overturn the national moratorium.

5 years ago
If you claim Social Security early, it can affect your spousal benefits. Here's what to know

If you claim Social Security early, it can affect your spousal benefits. Here's what to know

If you are married, you might want to evaluate whether tapping Social Security early (before your full retirement age) could hurt your spousal benefits.

5 years ago
The 6-month federal health insurance subsidy for jobless Americans is ending. Here's what to do next

The 6-month federal health insurance subsidy for jobless Americans is ending. Here's what to do next

The government's subsidized health insurance coverage through COBRA will end this month. Here's what you need to know if you were relying on it.

5 years ago