The rules for flexible spending accounts are more generous (for now). Here’s what to know
Your employer may provide more flexibility with health and dependent-care flexible spending accounts, or FSAs, under new temporary rules.
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SpaceX prepares for Air Force test connecting an aircraft to its Starlink satellite internet
Elon Musk's SpaceX is preparing to further expand testing of its Starlink satellite internet in a test for the U.S. Air Force, an FCC request revealed.
New $1,400 stimulus checks are on the way. Here's who qualifies for the money
As President Joe Biden has signed off on new coronavirus relief aid, $1,400 stimulus checks should start arriving soon.
AT&T CEO says dividend cut not needed to fund growth, touts HBO Max's upcoming ad-supported option
AT&T does not have to choose between keeping its dividend and investing in the growth of services like HBO Max, CEO John Stankey told CNBC.
Advancing a more resilient and proportional banking regulatory framework in Canada
OSFI March 11 2021 OSFI launches consultations on Basel III implementation and a new tailored approach to capital and liquidity requirements for smaller, less complex banks...
More than $45 billion in rental assistance is now available. Here's what you need to know about applying
More than $45 billion in rental assistance is on the way to tenants, thanks to the stimulus packages passed in December and this week.
Here’s how Americans are spending those coronavirus stimulus checks
Many Americans will receive new coronavirus stimulus checks as soon as this weekend. Here's how they plan to spend the money.
Lawmakers introduce plans to extend Paycheck Protection Program as deadline nears
A bipartisan group of lawmakers on Thursday introduced the Paycheck Protection Program Extension Act, which would extend the program deadline to May 31.
European Banking Authority Adressing Crowdfunding and Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing Risk
Crowdfund Insider JD Alois March 9, 2021 The European Banking Authority has published a document that addresses anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CFT) when it...
Op-ed: Here are some moves to consider during a period of rising interest rates
Few forces have a bigger impact on investor portfolios than interest rates and where the 10-year Treasury stands. Here are some moves to consider as rates...
Valuing a Startup Idea
When assessing an early-stage startup, there are many angles investors can consider. But how can they value a startup’s idea? In this blog, we’ll take a...
Covid 'long haulers' can face financial setbacks as they battle lasting symptoms
One year into the pandemic, some Covid survivors continue to battle symptoms and deal with the financial fallout of their persisting illness.
Here's how a year without student loan payments has changed people's lives
Most people haven't made a payment on their federal student loans in 12 months. Here's what they've done instead.
Federal judge in Ohio rules CDC exceeded authority with eviction ban
A federal judge in Ohio has ruled that the government overstepped its authority when it banned evictions across the country.
Student loan forgiveness is now tax-free. What that means for borrowers if Biden cancels the debt
Student loan forgiveness is now tax-free thanks to a provision included in the $1.9 trillion federal coronavirus stimulus package.