Stimulus checks: IRS says next batch of payments will be disbursed in coming days

Officials from the IRS and U.S. Treasury said Monday the next batch of COVID-19 stimulus payments will start hitting bank accounts later this week. Mailed checks will start going out as well.

What's the difference between home warranty and homeowners insurance?

A home warranty and homeowners insurance may both cover your home, but each offers distinct protection. Learn more about what you need as a homeowner.

NYC strip clubs sue New York state over COVID shutdown

A group of New York City strip clubs are suing New York state, saying it's not fair that they're being kept closed when everything from axe-throwing venues to bars with live music and casinos can open up.

Harlem's first gay, black owned business struggles to stay afloat

The Alibi Lounge is Harlem's first black and gay-owned business, but it could be facing closure due to financial troubles brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Gov. Lamont and tribes reach deal on gambling expansion

The Connecticut governor and the Mashantucket Pequot and Mohegan tribes, which operate the Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun casinos, have reached an agreement that could lead to online and sports betting.

Millennials' assets exceed $10 trillion, data shows -- 3 tips on how to save more money

Millennials’ assets are higher than ever, but they’re also dealing with significant debt. Here are some money tips you can use to pay down debt, build your savings, and achieve your financial goals.

How can borrowers recover from student loan default?

Student loan default can have serious consequences. You may be able to avoid default by choosing the right payment plan or refinancing to reduce monthly payments.

JetBlue may move headquarters from New York

JetBlue Airways was founded in Queens more than two decades ago. But due to the shift to working from home, the airline is considering rethinking its real estate needs.

Fixed-rate student loan refinancing rates drop near low

The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.

US unemployment claims rise to 770,000 with layoffs still high

The four-week average of claims, which smooths out weekly variations, dropped to 746,000, the lowest since late November.

IRS will delay tax filing deadline until May 17

The IRS began sending out a new round of $1,400 checks to qualifying households over the weekend, in the midst of the current, truncated tax season that opened on Feb. 12.

Is it worth paying for credit monitoring?

Many services are free, but some important benefits and features may be missing.

Trying to save $25,000 in a year? Consider these strategies

Would you like to have $25,000 in your savings account? You can achieve this savings goal in a single year by sticking to a budget and savings plan.

U.S. air travel rises to highest levels yet since pandemic hit

Travel is still down sharply from 2019, before the pandemic, but more than 1 million people have gone through U.S. airport checkpoints each of the last four days. Airline stocks rose across the board.

How to prepare for post-pandemic auto insurance hikes

Here are the biggest ways you can save money on auto insurance when premiums increase after the pandemic.