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Medicare beneficiaries might get $200 to help with drug costs. Here's what we know so far

While the president said on Thursday that 33 million Medicare beneficiaries will each receive a $200 card to help pay for prescription drugs, details are slim.

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Unemployment benefits? Stimulus checks? Aid measures are in limbo as people's bills are still due

Even though Congress hasn't been able to reach a deal on another stimulus package, the bills are still due. Here's how to manage.

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Financial aid might fall short for these college students next year. Here’s why

The coronavirus pandemic has put a dent in many families' finances. Since college aid for the 2021-22 school year is based on 2019 taxes, the packages may not reflect the new reality.

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Congressional lawmakers worry Trump’s payroll tax deferral will hurt Social Security

President Donald Trump signed an executive order in August that will let certain workers put off paying taxes toward Social Security that come out of their paychecks through the end of the year. Some lawmakers and advocates see it as an attack on the program.

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SkipTheDishes co-founders look to shake up banking as Neo Financial hits the market

Betakit | Meagan Simpson | Sep 23, 2020 Neo Financial, the new Canadian FinTech startup focused on challenging the status quo in banking, has begun rolling out its services in Western Canada. Neo Financial is a Prairies-based startup created by SkipTheDishes founders Andrew Chau and Jeff Adamson, alongside Kris Read. It is the newest challenger


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Ron Insana: For the first time ever, a recession could end with a bear market

Is it possible that good news will be very bad news for the "stay-at-home" tech stocks?

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A Roth IRA may help fund your home purchase. Here are the pros and cons

While you might be able to use up to $10,000 in Roth IRA earnings toward the purchase of a home — without paying taxes or penalties on the withdrawal — it's important to know the rules that apply.

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How to navigate volatile markets during retirement

Extreme bouts of market volatility, like those seen in U.S. stocks this year, can be harrowing for retirees. Financial advisors recommend embracing volatility as part of the process and having a plan to deal with it.

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Global Risk Institute Report: Discussing Open Banking Regulation for Canada

Global Risk Institute | Markos Zachariadis, University of Manchester | Sep 24, 2020 Executive Summary:  Data-sharing frameworks in financial services:  Discussing open banking regulation for Canada  Data-sharing frameworks in financial services are becoming increasingly prevalent with the potential to shape drastically the future of banking and finance. As data assets are of strategic importance to


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Stimulus standoff: What could prompt Congress to send more financial aid to Americans

With Washington lawmakers still at odds over the next stimulus relief package, some question whether they should move on the initiatives they do agree on. While political leaders on both sides say something needs to get done, disagreement on an overall price tag stands in their way.

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Taxes are about to rise for New Jersey millionaires. There aren’t many ways to duck the levies

Taxes may rise soon for the wealthiest households in the Garden State. Planning ahead to mitigate the blow is easier said than done. Here's why.

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Ontario’s Capital Markets Modernization Task force report draws criticism

Investment Executive | James Langton | Sep 21, 2020 Sweeping recommendations to reform Ontario’s securities laws are facing a barrage of criticism from certain corners of Bay Street. The Ontario Capital Markets Modernization Taskforce, which began its review of the province’s securities laws in February, published its draft recommendations in July. The task force aims


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4 years ago

Investors turned bearish on their favorite sector tech quickly this month

The Invesco QQQ Trust posted its biggest outflow since October 2000 on Friday, according to Bespoke Investment Group.

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If you're saving for retirement and are in your 50s, it may be time to reassess your plan

Retirement is no longer far off in the future. Here's what you need to focus on to make sure you are on track.

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