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Medicare is now covering the cost of at-home Covid tests for beneficiaries

Medicare is now covering the cost of at-home Covid tests for beneficiaries

Enrollees with Part B (including Advantage Plans) can get up to eight over-the-counter tests per month for free from participating providers.

4 years ago
Don't play the 'audit lottery.' These are the top reasons why your tax return may be flagged by the IRS

Don't play the 'audit lottery.' These are the top reasons why your tax return may be flagged by the IRS

If you're among the millions scrambling to meet the April 18 tax deadline, it's critical to avoid errors that may flag your return or even trigger an IRS audit.

4 years ago
Getting a divorce? Here's how to tackle those money issues

Getting a divorce? Here's how to tackle those money issues

When going through a divorce, it's crucial to focus on future financial health, and financial advisors can help newly single ex-spouses sort out money matters.

4 years ago
'There are so many ways to lose money.' Advice for college athletes from former basketball player turned financial advisor

'There are so many ways to lose money.' Advice for college athletes from former basketball player turned financial advisor

Former college basketball player turned financial advisor Joe McLean discusses the challenges young athletes face when they come into sudden wealth.

4 years ago
Op-ed: How to navigate financial misinformation in the digital age

Op-ed: How to navigate financial misinformation in the digital age

There's a flood of financial misinformation on social media. Here are three approaches to help investors ensure their mindsets are clear amid market changes.

4 years ago
Twitter shares soar more than 21% after Elon Musk takes 9% stake in social media company

Twitter shares soar more than 21% after Elon Musk takes 9% stake in social media company

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has taken a big stake in the social media company Twitter, a regulatory filing released Monday showed.

4 years ago
Twitter shares soar more than 20% after Elon Musk takes 9% stake in social media company

Twitter shares soar more than 20% after Elon Musk takes 9% stake in social media company

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has taken a big stake in social media company Twitter, a regulatory filing released Monday showed.

4 years ago
Many Americans face big tax bills on 2021 unemployment benefits

Many Americans face big tax bills on 2021 unemployment benefits

Taxes weren't collected on about 60% of all unemployment benefits issued in 2021. Recipients may owe money or get a smaller refund this tax season.

4 years ago
Twitter shares soar more than 25% after Elon Musk takes 9% stake in social media company

Twitter shares soar more than 25% after Elon Musk takes 9% stake in social media company

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has taken a big stake in social media company Twitter, a regulatory filing released Monday showed.

4 years ago
Social Security's retirement age is moving to 67. Some experts say that could go even higher

Social Security's retirement age is moving to 67. Some experts say that could go even higher

When Congress eventually takes steps to repair Social Security's solvency, it may raise the retirement age. Here's what that could mean for benefits.

4 years ago
Top Wall Street analysts remain bullish on these stocks for the long term

Top Wall Street analysts remain bullish on these stocks for the long term

TipRanks analyst ranking service pinpoints Wall Street's best-performing stocks, like Amazon & Nio.

4 years ago
An adjustable rate mortgage could mean a lower monthly payment for a while. Be sure you fully understand the risks

An adjustable rate mortgage could mean a lower monthly payment for a while. Be sure you fully understand the risks

So-called ARMs may be more appealing to homebuyers as interest rates continue to rise, yet it's important to weigh the pros and cons.

4 years ago
Mill Road calls for a sale of Big Lots. Here’s what we might learn from the firm’s earlier deals

Mill Road calls for a sale of Big Lots. Here’s what we might learn from the firm’s earlier deals

The investment firm sent a letter praising Big Lots’ management team and also calling for a sale of the company.

4 years ago
Long-term unemployment tumbles in March as job market stays hot

Long-term unemployment tumbles in March as job market stays hot

The share of long-term unemployed relative to all jobless workers has fallen dramatically from its pandemic-era peak a year ago.

4 years ago
A four-day workweek pilot program is now underway in the U.S. and Canada

A four-day workweek pilot program is now underway in the U.S. and Canada

Thirty-eight companies across the U.S. and Canada started testing the four-day workweek Friday.

4 years ago