Coronavirus and Your Money

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  Survey: Top economists see unemployment rate holding above pre-pandemic levels into 2021

  While economists were more optimistic, they weren’t without doubts about the risks to the outlook.

  7 min read Oct 01, 2020
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  How you can help small businesses impacted by COVID-19

  Small businesses across the nation are struggling due to shutdowns caused by COVID-19. Here’s what you can do to support local businesses while staying safe at home.

  5 min read Sep 29, 2020
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  $300 unemployment boost: Which states are paying it and how long it will last

  States’ unemployment benefits are one of the few coronavirus relief lines left.

  5 min read Sep 25, 2020
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  The surprising reasons home prices have held up in this recession

  U.S. home prices rarely fall during recessions, and the latest downturn follows that pattern.

  4 min read Sep 25, 2020
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  Unemployment benefits: 8 possible reasons your payment is late — and what to do about it

  Overwhelmed state unemployment offices have left Americans without aid for weeks, if not longer.

  7 min read Sep 23, 2020
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  Survey: Nearly half of Americans say their top financial priority is getting caught up or staying current on bills

  About 46 percent of Americans name paying bills as their top priority.

  4 min read Sep 23, 2020
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  Second stimulus check: How much money could you get?

  The plan includes direct aid to taxpayers: $1,200 to individuals and $500 per child and dependent adult.

  3 min read Sep 16, 2020
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  When will the U.S. economy get back on track following coronavirus shock? Watch for these 5 signs

  The return to normalcy could happen later — rather than sooner. 

  9 min read Sep 15, 2020
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  Why the coronavirus crisis could cause a double-dip recession — and how to prepare for one

  Some forecasts suggest a resurgence in coronavirus cases could tip the financial system over again. 

  7 min read Sep 10, 2020
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  Survey: Only 11% of U.S. homeowners will use loans to cover home improvement projects

  Despite high interest rates, most homeowners are using credit cards for renovations.

  4 min read Sep 09, 2020