Claim a 'recovery rebate credit' if you missed out on a full stimulus payment
If you didn't receive your stimulus check or the payment was smaller than expected, you may get what you're owed when you file your taxes.
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Palihapitiya says money in savings will be 'rocket fuel' for assets like housing and stocks
Chamath Palihapitiya said consumer savings and record cash in money-market funds will act as "rocket fuel" for stocks.
Unemployment claims for self-employed and gig workers fell by 50%. Here's why that's misleading
New claims for the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program fell sharply last week, suggesting a rebound. But the improvement may have only occurred on paper.
Still waiting for a $600 stimulus check? Don't panic, here's what you need to know
If you still haven't received your money, don't panic. Take these steps to make sure you're eligible and can get the payment.
Sharp decline of unemployment claims for self-employed and gig workers isn’t real, experts say
New claims for the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program fell sharply last week, suggesting a rebound. But the improvement may have only occurred on paper.
Online lender SoFi to go public via SPAC backed by Chamath Palihapitiya
Fintech start-up SoFi says it will merge with a special purpose acquisition company, or SPAC, backed by venture capital investor Chamath Palihapitiya.
The stock market is looking past DC turmoil and keeps going higher. Here's why
Despite the chaos at the Capitol, the S&P 500 closed Wednesday at a new high, which baffled some observers.
If you aren't thrilled with your Medicare Advantage Plan, now is the time to swap it or drop it
If your Advantage Plan is not a good fit for 2021, a window of opportunity to switch or ditch it runs through the end of March.
Mega Millions jackpot is now $490 million while Powerball is $470 million
If you're daydreaming about how you'd use such a windfall, be aware that winning is not as simple as claiming the money and going on with...
Congress approves $25 billion in rental assistance. Here's how to apply
Congress has established a $25 billion fund to help people who've fallen behind on their rent in the pandemic. Wondering if you qualify, and how to...
Why the stock market is looking past the Washington turmoil and keeps going higher
Despite the chaos at the Capitol, the S&P 500 closed Wednesday at a new high, which baffled some observers.
The next round of PPP loans will soon be available. Here's what you need to know to apply
The latest coronavirus relief bill allocated $285 billion to another round of the Paycheck Protection Program. Here's how small businesses should prepare.
Here's what happens with Social Security payments when someone dies
Here are some key things to know about what happens when a Social Security recipient passes away.
Here's how to make that financial New Year's resolution a reality
Like millions of Americans, you've probably made some New Year's resolutions. Now you need to figure out how to keep them.
$15 minimum wage edges closer as Democrats win Senate control
The projected result of the Georgia runoff election on Tuesday makes a higher national minimum wage more likely.