Coronavirus and Your Money

Get advice and stay informed on how COVID-19 could impact your finances.

Essential Reading

FAQ about the FDIC and bank safety

Worried about losing money held at a bank? Here’s what to know about FDIC insurance.

Solo female travel guide

Traveling solo as a female can be daunting, but research shows it’s more common than some people think. Find out how to keep both yourself finances safe while traveling alone, and what to do if a problem [...]

10 min read

Why the debt ceiling matters

Lawmakers have less than a month to raise or suspend the debt ceiling.

11 min read

Guide to hotel cancellations

Many hotel brands offer cancellations and changes without penalty, and some allow elite status member extensions.

7 min read

News and Analysis

Latest News

Coronavirus relief and stimulus plans: Here’s everything Washington has done (and proposed) so far

From relief checks to unemployment insurance, here’s what could impact your wallet.

9 min read Sep 04, 2020
‘Missing middle’ homes could ease affordability squeeze, architect says

As home prices continue to outpace income gains, going back to the past may be the answer.

5 min read Aug 25, 2020
A second wave of the coronavirus could devastate the recovering economy

Economists say a second wave is the biggest downside risk to the U.S. economy this year.

7 min read Aug 24, 2020
Top 10 places where home-price gains have dramatically outpaced wages

Home prices are rising much faster than incomes and it’s not where you think.

5 min read Aug 21, 2020
Survey: Nearly 3 times as many Americans say they have less emergency savings versus more since pandemic

The study shows that the number of Americans with less emergency savings has ballooned since the crisis began.

4 min read Aug 20, 2020
Survey: 3 in 5 parents say remote learning will negatively impact their finances

A new school year is just around the corner — and for many that means it’s time to convert the home into a classroom with remote learning being the new norm for millions of American families as a result [...]

5 min read Aug 13, 2020
In pricey areas, local zoning rules squeeze housing affordability

Restrictive zoning rules protect property values — sometimes too effectively, housing economists say.

5 min read Aug 13, 2020
Trump’s $400 weekly unemployment boost: When does it start and who would get it?

Here’s a breakdown of the president’s unemployment benefit plan.

7 min read Aug 12, 2020
Here’s what’s in Trump’s executive orders for coronavirus relief

The fine print appears murky, and its implementation will be rife with challenges.

5 min read Aug 10, 2020
What to know about operating your business from home during COVID-19

Here’s what to know about insurance needs and precautions when operating a business from your home.

4 min read Aug 07, 2020