Families are using the child tax credit to pay off debt, Census Bureau finds
Eligible households have been using the monthly payment to supplement household spending and pay off debt, data shows. But the future of the child tax credit hangs in the balance as the Biden administration struggles to pass the Build Back Better bill, which would extend the benefit through 2022.
Eligible households have been using the monthly payment to supplement household spending and pay off debt, data shows. But the future of the child tax credit hangs in the balance as the Biden administration struggles to pass the Build Back Better bill, which would extend the benefit through 2022.
Jury finds Elizabeth Holmes guilty of fraud and conspiracy
Former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes was convicted on four counts of fraud and conspiracy Monday, ending a lengthy trial that has captivated Silicon Valley.
Former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes was convicted on four counts of fraud and conspiracy Monday, ending a lengthy trial that has captivated Silicon Valley.
Elizabeth Holmes case: Jury still stuck on three counts in fraud case
The jury in the Elizabeth Holmes case told the judge that it is unable to reach a unanimous verdict in three of the 11 counts against the Theranos founder.
The jury in the Elizabeth Holmes case told the judge that it is unable to reach a unanimous verdict in three of the 11 counts against the Theranos founder.
What can you use a personal loan for?
Learn what a personal loan is, how to get one, and some common personal loan uses.
Learn what a personal loan is, how to get one, and some common personal loan uses.
5 New Year's financial resolutions for beginners to build better money habits in 2022
If your goal is to build better spending habits next year, consider these tips to meet your short-term and long-term goals.
If your goal is to build better spending habits next year, consider these tips to meet your short-term and long-term goals.
United, Spirit airlines to temporarily increase pay for pilots
Airlines are having to increase pay for employees amid a wave of cancellations due to staff shortages as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the travel industry.
Airlines are having to increase pay for employees amid a wave of cancellations due to staff shortages as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the travel industry.
86% of restaurants, bars waiting for COVID-19 relief could close, IRC says
The Independent Restaurant Coalition is asking for Congress to replenish the Restaurant Revitalization Fund to help restaurants and bars still struggling to stay afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Independent Restaurant Coalition is asking for Congress to replenish the Restaurant Revitalization Fund to help restaurants and bars still struggling to stay afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic.
New Year’s Day: Which stores, restaurants will be closed?
Many grocery stores, drug stores, gas stations and restaurants will have limited hours on New Year’s Day, and some businesses will even be closed.
Many grocery stores, drug stores, gas stations and restaurants will have limited hours on New Year’s Day, and some businesses will even be closed.
Powerball jackpot soars to $500M for 1st drawing of 2022
The Powerball jackpot is now worth an estimated $500 million for the Jan. 1, 2022, drawing, with a $355.9 million cash value before taxes.
The Powerball jackpot is now worth an estimated $500 million for the Jan. 1, 2022, drawing, with a $355.9 million cash value before taxes.
These 25 states will see a minimum wage boost in 2022
Several U.S. states will receive minimum wage increases in 2022. Here's a list and when each boost will occur.
Several U.S. states will receive minimum wage increases in 2022. Here's a list and when each boost will occur.
How to get a personal loan
If you’re wondering how to get a personal loan to consolidate debt or for any other reason, here’s what you need to know.
If you’re wondering how to get a personal loan to consolidate debt or for any other reason, here’s what you need to know.
Graduates can save more money than ever as fixed student loan refinance rates set record low
Fixed student loan refinance rates set a new record low during the week of Dec. 13, which means that borrowers have the opportunity to reduce their monthly payments, pay off their loans faster and save more money on their college debt.
Fixed student loan refinance rates set a new record low during the week of Dec. 13, which means that borrowers have the opportunity to reduce their monthly payments, pay off their loans faster and save more money on their college debt.
Publix announces paid parental leave to employees
Eligible full-time and part-time workers at the Publix grocery store chain will be able to take off time during the first year of the birth or adoption of a child, starting in the new year.
Eligible full-time and part-time workers at the Publix grocery store chain will be able to take off time during the first year of the birth or adoption of a child, starting in the new year.
John Madden’s first Miller Lite ad sparked success as commercial pitchman
John Madden, the NFL icon who died Tuesday, was also a hugely successful commercial pitchman. A 1981 Miller Lite ad sparked that success.
John Madden, the NFL icon who died Tuesday, was also a hugely successful commercial pitchman. A 1981 Miller Lite ad sparked that success.
Lawsuits against OxyContin owners on hold; judge orders negotiations
A judge has kept lawsuits against OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma and members of the Sackler family who own it on hold until Feb. 1 but ordered the parties to negotiate a new settlement. Connecticut and Washington state argued that suits against the Sacklers should be allowed to move ahead immediately.
A judge has kept lawsuits against OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma and members of the Sackler family who own it on hold until Feb. 1 but ordered the parties to negotiate a new settlement. Connecticut and Washington state argued that suits against the Sacklers should be allowed to move ahead immediately.
Should I pay off my student loans or invest?
Not sure if you should pay off your student loans or invest your money? Here’s how to make the right choice for your situation.
Not sure if you should pay off your student loans or invest your money? Here’s how to make the right choice for your situation.
Stolen property, income from illegal activities must be reported on taxes, IRS says
If you made a profit through drug dealing, bribes or stolen property, the IRS says you have to list it on your income taxes.
If you made a profit through drug dealing, bribes or stolen property, the IRS says you have to list it on your income taxes.
US home prices surged nearly 19% in October as market continues to boom
U.S. home prices surged again in October as the housing market continues to boom in the wake of last year’s coronavirus recession.
U.S. home prices surged again in October as the housing market continues to boom in the wake of last year’s coronavirus recession.
NYC COVID surge: $100 booster shot incentive in NYC
New York City is giving $100 to any resident who gets a COVID booster at a City-run or SOMOS clinic by Dec. 31, announced Mayor Bill de Blasio.
New York City is giving $100 to any resident who gets a COVID booster at a City-run or SOMOS clinic by Dec. 31, announced Mayor Bill de Blasio.
Personal loan interest rates creep up, but 5-year rates still lower than this time last year
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.