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Yes, there are ways to get more money from your job, even now

There are ways to cut costs and bring in more money that may be right under your nose. It could be in the form of employer benefits, money saved by telecommuting or even asking for more money.

4 years ago

5 Ways a Startup Accelerator Could Benefit Your Startup

If you’re not sure if an accelerator program is the right move for your startup, here are some potential benefits to consider. Continue reading

4 years ago

Those $600 unemployment checks will likely soon end. This person never got one

The $600 weekly federal unemployment checks that millions of Americans are receiving amid the coronavirus pandemic likely will come to an end this month. But some people are still waiting for the first round of benefits.

4 years ago

Hey bank, get onto my cloud!

The Finanser | Chris Skinner | July 21, 2020 I’ve seen a few big deals signed this month to get banks onto the cloud, such as National Australia Bank (NAB) switching to Microsoft’s Azure, and Deutsche Bank moving to the Google Cloud. McKinsey expect that cloud usage will rise from less than a quarter of banks

4 years ago

Is Open Finance worth getting excited about, or is it just spin?

Sifted | Isabel Woodford | Jul 22, 2020 It's been a slow journey to get UK customers meaningful control of their bank data. Is the next phase of "open finance" the answer? It’s a noble task to want to help users control, access and utilise their financial data better. The problem is, users aren’t convinced

4 years ago

A second round of $1,200 stimulus checks could be coming. Here's how soon you can expect them

As lawmakers on both sides of the aisle wrestle over what to put in the next stimulus bill, they do seem to agree that stimulus checks should be included. Here's how quickly those payments could get to you, if Congress gives the final OK.

4 years ago

Here's what small business owners, many cash-strapped, want from the next GOP coronavirus bill

Entrepreneurs who are cash strapped and took an initial Paycheck Protection Program loan may have another opportunity to borrow. Meanwhile, accountants say it will take more than just additional PPP proceeds to keep firms afloat.

4 years ago

This zero-down payment mortgage helps lower-income people become homeowners

A lot of consumers think home ownership is out of reach if they can't put their hands on 20% for a down payment. That is not the case.

4 years ago

This strategy is meant to be a short-term way to save money. Why it's doomed to fail

It sounds great: To solve your financial woes, you temporarily change your habits and hope that will result in more cash and better habits. Problem is, this approach can backfire and leave you worse off.

4 years ago

You might be warming to the stock market. Be prepared for it to drop

On the heels of 45% gains in the major indexes since their late-March lows, stocks are now the top pick for long-term investing, a survey shows.

4 years ago

Cramer says Tesla CEO Elon Musk is a 'big thinker' who makes us look like 'Lilliputians'

"He's got this whole thing going on with solar and with energy that we don't talk about enough," CNBC's Jim Cramer said.

4 years ago

How upcoming stimulus legislation could affect your Social Security

Capitol Hill lawmakers are hammering out negotiations to provide Americans with immediate payments through unemployment benefits and stimulus checks. But long-term support of Social Security could be undermined by the policy changes.

4 years ago

$600 in extra unemployment would fall to $200 or $300 a week, under Mnuchin plan

The $600 weekly enhanced unemployment benefit would be replaced by a reduced amount of around $200 or $300 a week, according to an analysis of a plan outlined Thursday by Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin.

4 years ago

26 million Americans are going hungry amid the pandemic. What to do if you're one of them

Amid one of the worst downturns in U.S. history, the number of Americans who are struggling to pay for food has soared. Here's what to do if you're one of them.

4 years ago

Here's how upcoming stimulus legislation could affect your Social Security

Capitol Hill lawmakers are hammering out negotiations to provide Americans with immediate payments through unemployment benefits and stimulus checks. But long-term support of Social Security could be undermined by the policy changes.

4 years ago