House Democrats’ plan would close tax loophole used by crypto investors
Bitcoin, ethereum, dogecoin and other crypto investors would be subject to the wash-sale rules that apply to stocks if House Democrats' proposal becomes law.
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Why is venture capital still ignoring women? The case for investing is clear.
Pioneers Post Tove Ahlström and Sofia Breitholtz Aug 26, 2021 It could take an astonishing 200 years to close the global gender gap, if we continue...
Hispanic families were less likely than white ones to have received stimulus payments or the child tax credit last year
About 78% of Hispanic families received stimulus payments over the last year and a half, compared with 96% of white respondents, according to a recent survey.
Digital Euro Report: Design considerations facing the European Central Bank
Internet Economy Foundation Clark Parsons Sep 8, 2021 New Study Highlights the Key Design Choices Facing the European Central Bank and Makes Recommendations for Building an...
IRS extends tax relief for Hurricane Ida victims in New York, New Jersey
The IRS has extended tax relief to parts of New York and New Jersey affected by Hurricane Ida.
Investor Marc Lasry thinks the big-spending U.S. could be headed for distress
Marc Lasry, who makes his living by investing in distressed companies, thinks the nation's high level of debt could cause problems.
Where the UK is heading with Smart Data and why Fintechs want a cross-sectoral access
Innovate Finance Rolf Merchant Sep 7, 2021 Data is a hugely valuable currency in the financial services world. In sufficient quantities and with the knowhow to...
House Democrats push for permanent earned income tax credit expansion
House Democrats have called for making the expansion of the earned income tax credit permanent, providing a boost to 17 million Americans, policy experts say.
On the Brink Podcast: George Selgin of the Cato Institute on Stablecoins, Bitcoin and Free Banking
On the Brink Podcast Aug 2, 2021 George Selgin, director of the Center of Monetary Alternatives at the Cato Institute joins the show to discuss Bitcoin,...
Stimulus checks and unemployment benefits lowered poverty in 2020, Census says
The supplemental poverty measure, which includes government assistance to low-income individuals, declined to 9.1% in 2020 from 11.8% in 2019.
These strategies can help you get the tax-free income you want in retirement
You may need to use a combination of methods to generate the amount of tax-free retirement income you're shooting for.
Millionaire taxes would increase 11% in 2023 under House Democrat plan
The average tax rate for households with $1 million or more in income would rise to 37.3% from 30.2% in 2023, according to the Joint Committee...
House Democrats propose top 39.6% tax rate at these income levels
The proposed reform is one of several that would affect taxpayers with income over $400,000 a year.
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment could be at least 6% in 2022
While new Consumer Price Index data signals cooling inflation, the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2022 could be the highest it's been in years.
41% of Americans say it's 'going to take a miracle' to be ready for retirement, report finds
Covid hurt Americans' retirement security. A new ranking looks at which countries fared better, based on finances, health and quality of life.