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  Biden or Trump? Plenty of young people remain undecided about who is best for their finances

  In this election, many young voters remain unsure about at least one key issue.

  6 min read Sep 17, 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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  Here’s what a Trump or Biden presidency would mean for banking

  Either way you look at it, there’s going to be some whiplash — possibly weighing on consumers’ wallets.

  8 min read Sep 16, 2020
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  Here’s how Americans say their finances have changed since Trump took office

  Plus, Americans are also split over which presidential ticket will be better for their wallet.

  5 min read Sep 08, 2020
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  8 ways to help rescue the job market from coronavirus-driven unemployment crisis

  Ending the crisis depends largely on eradicating the virus and the economic problems it opened up.

  7 min read Sep 04, 2020
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  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
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  Roth IRA conversions are more attractive than ever thanks to the SECURE Act

  The SECURE Act and historically low tax rates make a Roth IRA conversion more attractive.

  4 min read Jul 21, 2020
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  Trump’s controversial Fed pick Shelton moves one step closer to board

  Some experts fear Shelton could shake up the U.S. central bank.

  4 min read Jul 21, 2020
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  What is economic stimulus and how does it work?

  With all the talk around economic stimulus, here’s how it works and why it’s used.

  4 min read Jul 16, 2020
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  Negative interest rates, explained — and how they work

  Would you really get paid to take out a loan?

  8 min read Jul 03, 2020
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  Supreme Court empowers Trump to fire consumer watchdog’s director at will

  The high court ruled CFPB’s structure was unconstitutional, but agency can continue to operate.

  2 min read Jun 29, 2020
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  $4,000 travel tax credit? Here’s how the ‘Explore America’ stimulus proposal could fund your next vacation

  Here’s what a proposed tax credit for travel could mean for you.

  4 min read Jun 24, 2020
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  Second stimulus check and extended unemployment benefits? Here’s what aid could be on the way

  A long road likely lies ahead for the economy. What stimulus might we see to help a return to normal?

  7 min read Jun 18, 2020
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  Survey: Most Americans say personal finances haven’t improved under President Trump

  Just 17 percent say their finances have improved under Trump, Bankrate’s survey finds.

  4 min read Jun 15, 2020
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  Survey: Majority of Americans believe it’s too soon to reopen local businesses after coronavirus

  Americans remain cautious about making in-person trips to businesses.

  7 min read May 18, 2020
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  Here’s what the Fed has to see before lifting interest rates from rock bottom

  One of the Fed’s greatest fears is a slow and grueling economic recovery.

  8 min read May 08, 2020
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  How the SECURE Act impacts your retirement savings

  It’s now the biggest legislative change to the retirement system in more than a decade.

  8 min read Mar 06, 2020