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Powerball jackpot soars to $550 million. Here’s how much the winner would owe in taxes

Powerball jackpot soars to $550 million. Here’s how much the winner would owe in taxes

Whether you take the windfall as a lump sum or an annuity, a big chunk would go to the IRS before the money even reaches your account.

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Mega Millions jackpot leaps to $600 million. Here’s how much the winner would pay in taxes

Mega Millions jackpot leaps to $600 million. Here’s how much the winner would pay in taxes

Whether you take the windfall as a lump sum or an annuity, a big chunk would go to the IRS before the money even reaches your account.

5 years ago
Investor activism was down overall in 2020, but big companies faced scrutiny

Investor activism was down overall in 2020, but big companies faced scrutiny

In light of the global pandemic, it comes as no surprise that activism in 2020 was down.

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The unemployment labyrinth may have killed this musician’s dream

The unemployment labyrinth may have killed this musician’s dream

Derek Wood, a guitarist and singer, had just quit his job to pursue a lifelong goal when the pandemic hit. A battle for jobless benefits threatens his dream.

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A guide to rebuilding your small business for Latino entrepreneurs

A guide to rebuilding your small business for Latino entrepreneurs

Covid-19 hit Latino small business particularly hard, with concentration in shutdown sectors and limited access to PPP loans. Here are tools to help rebuild.

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Covid-19 accelerated retirement moves as people fled these high-tax states during 2020

Covid-19 accelerated retirement moves as people fled these high-tax states during 2020

New Jersey took top honors as the state with the most outbound moves in 2020, according United Van Lines. New York and Illinois round out the top three.

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Biden will call on Congress to forgive $10,000 in student debt for all borrowers

Biden will call on Congress to forgive $10,000 in student debt for all borrowers

Biden will extend the payment pause for student loan borrowers and ask Congress to cancel $10,000 of the debt per borrower, an aide told reporters Friday.

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How the $600 stimulus checks could affect your tax refund this year

How the $600 stimulus checks could affect your tax refund this year

If you're missing a stimulus check, you can claim it as a credit on your upcoming tax return. But that doesn't necessarily mean you will get a bigger refund.

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Paypal Backs Expense Management Fintech Divvy to Unicorn Valuation at $1.6 billion

Paypal Backs Expense Management Fintech Divvy to Unicorn Valuation at $1.6 billion

Bloomberg | Jennifer Surane | Jan 5, 2021 Divvy, the financial-technology company that offers corporate cards and expense-management software to small businesses, said it’s now valued at $1.6 billion after raising money from investors including PayPal Holdings Inc. The $165 million fundraising round, which also included participation from previous backers including NEA and Pelion Venture


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About 8 million $600 stimulus payments will come on a debit card. What you need to know

About 8 million $600 stimulus payments will come on a debit card. What you need to know

About 8 million stimulus payments will come on a Visa debit card. Here's what people should know.

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There's nearly $1 billion combined in Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots

There's nearly $1 billion combined in Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots

The Mega Millions jackpot is now a whopping $510 million for Friday night's drawing and Powerball's top prize isn't far behind at $470 million.

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Main Street looks ahead to PPP relaunch as Covid outbreak grows more severe

Main Street looks ahead to PPP relaunch as Covid outbreak grows more severe

Lending advocates are hopeful the funding will help to bridge the gap for small companies and minority-owned businesses that may have missed out last year.

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UK Consultation (Mar 21, 2021):  Regulatory Approach to Cryptoassets and Stablecoins

UK Consultation (Mar 21, 2021): Regulatory Approach to Cryptoassets and Stablecoins

HM Treasury (UK) | Jan 7, 2021 Consultation description This document represents the first stage in the government’s consultative process with industry and stakeholders on the broader regulatory approach to cryptoassets and stablecoins. It seeks views on how the UK can ensure its regulatory framework is equipped to harness the benefits of new technologies, supporting


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With Congress approving up to $284 billion to loans, small businesses can apply for Paycheck Protection starting Jan. 11

With Congress approving up to $284 billion to loans, small businesses can apply for Paycheck Protection starting Jan. 11

Freshly funded through the Covid relief act, the Paycheck Protection Program will be reopening for cash-strapped small businesses on Monday, Jan. 11.

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Startup Storytelling

Startup Storytelling

For startup founders, storytelling can be a powerful tool when pitching to potential investors. Continue reading

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