With loan money gone, restaurants are at mercy of coronavirus

Many restaurants that got coronavirus relief loans have spent the money and now find themselves in the same precarious position as in the pandemic’s early days.

Annual Sturgis rally expecting 250K, stirring virus concerns

Though only about half the usual number of people are expected at this year's event, residents were split as the city weighed its options. Many worried that the rally would cause an unmanageable outbreak of COVID-19.

Defiant NJ gym again opens despite closure order amid virus

The owners of a New Jersey gym that has repeatedly defied Gov. Phil Murphy’s executive order to remain closed during the COVID-19 pandemic have once again reopened the facility less than a week after their arrests on contempt charges.

Should I consolidate my student loans?

The choice between refinancing student loans and consolidation is dependent on multiple factors.

Should I consolidate my student loans?

The choice between refinancing student loans and consolidation is dependent on multiple factors.

Record economic plunge, bleak jobs numbers reveal virus toll

The U.S. economy shrank at a dizzying 33% annual rate in the April-June quarter — by far the worst quarterly plunge ever — when the viral outbreak shut down businesses, throwing tens of millions out of work and sending unemployment surging to 14.7%, the government said Thursday.

Florists bouncing back in NYC
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Outdoor dining is helping keep businesses in New York City's flower district in business.

Teen sneakerhead and entrepreneur from NJ giving back to his community

13-year-old Joseph Petruzzelli is a young sneaker collector and entrepreneur who is giving back to underprivileged kids in his community.

Teen turns sneaker passion into a business
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13-year-old Joseph Petruzzelli is a young sneaker collector and entrepreneur who is giving back to underprivileged kids in his community.

Should I use a personal loan to consolidate debt?

Debt consolidation through a personal loan makes sense if you can qualify for a new loan at a lower rate and you have a plan to pay off what you owe.

Struggling merchants, insurers battle over pandemic coverage

Restaurants, bars and other merchants struggling to stay afloat during the coronavirus pandemic are desperately reaching out for a lifeline from insurers who say they are being miscast as potential saviors.

Should I use a personal loan or a 0% APR card to get out of debt?

If you want to consolidate your high-interest debt, first weigh the pros and cons of using a personal loan or a zero percent APR credit card.