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What it's like to face eviction in a public health crisis

Even as unemployment levels remain at historic highs and cases of the virus show no sign of abating, statewide eviction moratoriums in more than 30 states have now lifted and protections for renters in the CARES Act are gone. Two families tell their stories.

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Trump wants second stimulus checks to be more than $1,200. Experts question whether that's the right relief

In an interview, President Donald Trump said he wants the second stimulus checks to be more than $1,200. As Congressional leaders on both sides battle over what to include in the next legislative package, experts question whether bigger one-time payments are the best strategy.

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The pandemic may cause 40 million Americans to lose their homes

Even as unemployment levels remain at historic highs and cases of the virus show no sign of abating, statewide eviction moratoriums in more than 30 states have now lifted and protections for renters in the CARES Act are gone. Two families tell their stories.

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Republican senators propose $1,000 stimulus checks

A group of Republican senators introduced a new proposal for a second set of stimulus checks on Thursday. This time, payments would be $1,000, but would apply to both adults and dependents. A family of four would stand to receive $4,000.

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Sales tax holidays are coming up. Here's where your state stands

No one's quite sure how back-to-school will look this year. But here's one thing we can be certain of: Sixteen states are offering sales tax holidays in anticipation of it.

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Make over $55,000? Unemployment benefits may replace less than 70% of your wages under HEALS Act

The HEALS Act, proposed Monday by Senate Republicans, would reduce a federal unemployment subsidy so it replaces 70% of workers' lost wages. But that's not true for everyone.

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Bartender? Registered nurse? How to find jobs in fields you never knew offered distance working

Remote jobs are expanding into fields like health care and entertainment, making it more possible to work from home.

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Fed keeps rates near zero — it's good to borrow at low interest rates, experts say. Here's what else it means for your wallet

Historically low interest rates will benefit those with good credit, but riskier borrowers are increasingly shut out.

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GOP unemployment plan hurts these groups the most

The Senate Republican plan to replace the $600 weekly boost to unemployment benefits will hit some groups harder than others.

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This plan to fix Social Security could be part of the HEALS Act. Some worry it may lead to benefit cuts

As lawmakers wrestle with the question of how to best provide financial support to Americans amid the Covid-19 pandemic, some also want to fix ailing government funds for Social Security, Medicare and the nation's highways. Social Security advocates worry this could lead to benefit cuts.

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GOP relief plan slashes unemployment benefits by 43% for average worker

A coronavirus relief plan unveiled by Senate Republicans on Monday would give $

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No gap year after all — students opt to stay in school, lender Sallie Mae finds

After weighing the options, the majority of undergraduates plan to continue their college education as planned, a report finds.

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JPMorgan Chase partners with fintech start-up Marqeta to launch 'virtual' credit cards

JPMorgan Chase is partnering with Marqeta to launch "virtual" credit cards that don't require waiting in the main for the plastic version.

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How to build an emergency fund even when you think there's nothing extra in your budget

You know you need a cash cushion against unforeseen expenses. Here's how to get started, even when your finances are tight.

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