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Government will fully cover laid-off workers' COBRA premiums through September

The government will pay for laid off workers to maintain their employer-sponsored health insurance through September.

4 years ago

It cost Americans more than $66 million to cash their first stimulus checks. Why that could happen again with the $1,400 payments

Some people who received $1,200 stimulus checks in the mail turned to check cashers instead of banks. Research shows they paid a hefty price.

4 years ago

Warren Buffett's net worth surpasses $100 billion for the first time as Berkshire shares hit record

The 90-year-old Warren Buffett's fortune topped $100 billion as his massive stake in the conglomerate ballooned with shares hitting record highs.

4 years ago

Yelp data shows almost half a million new businesses opened during the pandemic

Yelp data scientist Justin Norman told CNBC he also sees a comeback "through the 260,000 businesses that have been able to reopen after temporarily closing."

4 years ago

Student loan forgiveness is now tax-free. What that means for borrowers if Biden cancels the debt

Student loan forgiveness is now tax-free thanks to a provision included in the $1.9 trillion federal coronavirus stimulus package.

4 years ago

Stimulus checks and expanded tax credits: Here’s how much money you could end up with

The Covid-relief package, called the American Rescue Plan and nearing final congressional approval, will deliver much-needed income to struggling households.

4 years ago

Op-ed: 'RBG' would certainly encourage women to take control of their finances

Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a champion of women's financial autonomy. Here are several money ground rules we think RBG would agree every adult woman should follow.

4 years ago

Fintech start-up Payoneer partners with Mastercard ahead of $3 billion public offering

Ahead of planned SPAC deal, Payoneer partners with Mastercard to offer a digital debit card that can be used to pay for Google, Facebook and Amazon ad services.

4 years ago

Covid relief bill changes tax rules midseason. What to know about filing an amended return

The $1.9 trillion stimulus package that Congress aims to send to President Biden this week may mean some people need to amend their tax returns.

4 years ago

New $1,400 stimulus checks could be garnished for unpaid debts. Some are calling for that to change

New $1,400 payments could soon be on their way. But this time, those checks could be subject to collection if you have past debts.

4 years ago

What to know about unemployment benefits in the American Rescue Plan

The $1.9 trillion Covid relief bill gives help to the jobless, such as extended unemployment benefits, enhanced weekly aid and a tax break. Here's what to know.

4 years ago

Liquid Avatar and ImagineAR Launch Oasis Digital Studios for AR Enhanced NFTs

Liquid Avatar Technologies | Cara Buckspan | March 10, 2021 Dapp Radar Reported trading volume across the top three NFT marketplaces exceeded $340 million USD last month alone. TORONTO, ON / ACCESSWIRE / March 10, 2021 / Liquid Avatar Technologies Inc. (CSE:LQID)(OTC:TRWRF)(FRA:4T51) ("Liquid Avatar Technologies" or the "Company",), a global blockchain, digital identity and fintech


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4 years ago

A year after the pandemic struck, the U.S. economy is still struggling but coming around quickly

Shutting down a $20 trillion economy in full swing seemed a daunting enough task by itself. Restarting has proven still tougher.

4 years ago

The SEC says never invest in a SPAC based solely on a celebrity's involvement

"It is never a good idea to invest in a SPAC just because someone famous sponsors or invests in it or says it is a good investment," the agency said.

4 years ago