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Economy Dec 03
As some pandemic aid is expected to end, what’s next for hurting AmericansExpanded unemployment benefits, federal eviction protections and a pause in student loan payments all cease at the end of this year. Meanwhile, the pandemic shows no signs of abating.
Economy Oct 20
Study finds older workers face higher unemployment amid COVID-19 pandemicFrom April through September, the study found that the older workers unemployment rate was 9.7% compared to 8.6% for midcareer workers.
Economy Aug 18
Coin shortage hits retailers, laundromats and even the tooth fairyThe national coin shortage has been an unusual side effect of the pandemic. Among its victims: retailers, laundromats and even the tooth fairy.
Economy Aug 06
Laid-off workers endure loss of $600 aid calling it a ‘nightmare’Even if Congress does reach a deal, the extra unemployment amount is likely to be less than $600. By the time the money starts flowing, it could be too late for many Americans who are already in dire straits.
Economy Mar 31
What you need to do to get your government stimulus checkMost people don't need to do anything to get the money. But some — such as senior citizens and low-income people who might not traditionally file tax returns — do need to take action.
Economy Mar 18
Q&A — What does 90-day tax payment delay mean for filers?The Trump administration has announced that most individuals and businesses will be allowed to delay paying their federal tax bills for 90 days as part of an emergency relief plan amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Economy Feb 19
IRS to pay visits to high-income taxpayers who fail to fileThe IRS says it is stepping up its efforts to visit high-income taxpayers who failed in prior years to file their tax returns on time. The face-to-face visits will focus on those who earned more than $100,000 during a tax…
Nation Jan 08
Underfunded IRS struggles to send refunds, answer callsBurdened with years of budget cuts and a recent increase in workload to implement a new tax law, the IRS struggled to deliver on its mission in the past fiscal year.
Economy Dec 24
Wildfires cause turmoil in California property insurance marketThousands of homeowners have lost their insurance policies in the last few years as insurers pull out of areas that are at risk of fire damage or stop insuring homes altogether.
Economy Apr 24
Wall Street keeps hitting records. What do investors do now?The S&P 500 just hit an all-time high, recovering from last year's dramatic plunge. Still it's anyone's guess what happens next for the stock market.