IRS reaching out to millions who have not claimed $1,200 stimulus check
The head of the IRS, on the defensive over millions of Americans in danger of missing coronavirus relief payments, says the agency is reaching out to low-income and homeless people, military personnel and veterans and those with limited English to notify them they may be eligible.
The head of the IRS, on the defensive over millions of Americans in danger of missing coronavirus relief payments, says the agency is reaching out to low-income and homeless people, military personnel and veterans and those with limited English to notify them they may be eligible.
Indoor dining poses challenges for businesses and workers alike
Restaurant workers say they don’t feel safe with the shift to indoor dining, and feel trapped because they probably can’t collect unemployment if they quit.
Restaurant workers say they don’t feel safe with the shift to indoor dining, and feel trapped because they probably can’t collect unemployment if they quit.
Petco stops selling dog shock collars, asks its competitors to do the same
Petco has stopped selling shock collars and it’s calling on others in the pet industry to follow its lead.
Petco has stopped selling shock collars and it’s calling on others in the pet industry to follow its lead.
Californians awaiting unemployment funds still struggle to meet basic needs
While unemployment claims are on hold for two weeks as the agency addresses backlogged applications and fraud, many eligible Californians have been awaiting their checks for months. It’s time they can’t afford, as they cannot meet basic needs and fall behind on bills.
While unemployment claims are on hold for two weeks as the agency addresses backlogged applications and fraud, many eligible Californians have been awaiting their checks for months. It’s time they can’t afford, as they cannot meet basic needs and fall behind on bills.
Democrats call for Congress to rein in, break up Google, Amazon, Facebook, Apple
Democratic lawmakers are calling for Congress to rein in Big Tech, possibly forcing Facebook, Google, Amazon and Apple to sever their dominant platforms from their other lines of business and imposing new uniformity on the terms they offer users.
Democratic lawmakers are calling for Congress to rein in Big Tech, possibly forcing Facebook, Google, Amazon and Apple to sever their dominant platforms from their other lines of business and imposing new uniformity on the terms they offer users.
Stocks drop after President Trump calls off stimulus talks
The sudden drop followed Trump ordering a stop to negotiations with Democrats over another round of stimulus for the economy
The sudden drop followed Trump ordering a stop to negotiations with Democrats over another round of stimulus for the economy
Pros and cons of paying off student loans early
Paying off student loans early could save money but there are some downsides to consider.
Paying off student loans early could save money but there are some downsides to consider.
How to get a mortgage during coronavirus
Getting a home mortgage during a pandemic may not be as difficult as one may think – here’s a roadmap.
Getting a home mortgage during a pandemic may not be as difficult as one may think – here’s a roadmap.
Don't file bankruptcy on student loans — do this instead
A student loan refinance can offer a better alternative to filing bankruptcy.
A student loan refinance can offer a better alternative to filing bankruptcy.
Hundreds of Regal, Cineworld movie theaters to close
Regal Cinemas, the second largest movie theater chain in the U.S., is planning to close all of its theaters nationwide.
Regal Cinemas, the second largest movie theater chain in the U.S., is planning to close all of its theaters nationwide.
Should you pay points to lower your mortgage rate?
Paying points on a new mortgage depends on a buyer’s unique financial status. Here are the points to consider.
Paying points on a new mortgage depends on a buyer’s unique financial status. Here are the points to consider.
Homeowners who need cash now should try these 3 things
Homeowners in need of cash may want to consider a mortgage refinance loan, balance transfer credit card, or personal loan.
Homeowners in need of cash may want to consider a mortgage refinance loan, balance transfer credit card, or personal loan.
Personal loan interest rates are near all-time lows — get one now
Improve your chances of approval by taking these steps.
Improve your chances of approval by taking these steps.
Is paying off your credit cards in full bad?
Paying down your credit card is always a good idea. But is paying it off completely a credit score no-no?
Paying down your credit card is always a good idea. But is paying it off completely a credit score no-no?
Federal judge postpones Trump ban on popular app TikTok following emergency hearing
A federal judge on Sunday postponed a Trump administration order that would have banned the popular video sharing app TikTok from U.S. smartphone app stores around midnight.
A federal judge on Sunday postponed a Trump administration order that would have banned the popular video sharing app TikTok from U.S. smartphone app stores around midnight.
TikTok fate in the balance as judge weighs Trump administration's app store ban
Lawyers for TikTok have pleaded with a U.S. judge to delay the Trump Administration’s ban of the video sharing program from app stores set to take effect at the end of Sunday.
Lawyers for TikTok have pleaded with a U.S. judge to delay the Trump Administration’s ban of the video sharing program from app stores set to take effect at the end of Sunday.
Federal agencies offer relief to wildfire survivors.
Representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration and Federal Emergency Management Agency talked to Mornings on 2 about what wildfire survivors need to know when applying for help. Find more information at disasterassistance.gov and disasterloan.sba.gov/ela
Representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration and Federal Emergency Management Agency talked to Mornings on 2 about what wildfire survivors need to know when applying for help. Find more information at disasterassistance.gov and disasterloan.sba.gov/ela
San Francisco nonprofit helps home-based child daycare operators
Childcare advocates say there can be no economic recovery without adequate child care, because parents won't be able to enter the workforce without a place for their children.
Childcare advocates say there can be no economic recovery without adequate child care, because parents won't be able to enter the workforce without a place for their children.
Student debt is at an all-time high — what that means for borrowers
At nearly $1.5 trillion, student loan debt is at an all-time high. Here's what that means for student loan borrowers.
At nearly $1.5 trillion, student loan debt is at an all-time high. Here's what that means for student loan borrowers.
Private student loans aren't suspended — but here's what you can do
Everything private student loan borrowers need to know amid the CARES Act federal student loan pause.
Everything private student loan borrowers need to know amid the CARES Act federal student loan pause.