As health officials across the country try to get COVID-19 vaccines to people more quickly, it’s already time for some people to get their second shots. Who’s keeping track to make sure you get the correct second dose, and that you get it on time? It’s one of the many […]
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Online lender SoFi to come public through merger with Social Capital SPAC
Financial services platform SoFi Inc. is planning to come public via a merger with a special-purpose acquisition company, or SPAC. The pending merger with Social Capital Hedosophia Holdings Corp. V IPOE.UT, +63.40%, announced Thursday, assigns a post-money equity value of $8.65 billion to SoFi, which is run by Anthony Noto. […]
Indiana lawmakers advance bills to ensure school funding
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indiana lawmakers are expediting two similar bills intended to ensure schools receive full funding for all students, regardless of whether they are receiving instruction virtually or in the classroom due to the coronavirus pandemic. The draft bills were filed in the House and Senate at the start […]
Watch out for these coronavirus vaccine scams
Don’t fall for these COVID-19 vaccine-related scams. Getty Images For the most up-to-date news and information about the coronavirus pandemic, visit the WHO website. Despite its many tribulations, 2020 ended on a high note: Two COVID-19 vaccines became available in December (and a third followed shortly, becoming available in January). […]
Didn’t get your relief payment yet? You aren’t alone
Didn’t get your second relief check yet? You aren’t alone. While the IRS and Treasury have distributed the bulk of the anticipated $164 million in second-round of relief payments for Americans faster than the first time, millions have not gotten payments yet or found hiccups in the distribution. The latest […]
Who qualifies for a $600 stimulus check? The rules for income limit, age, citizenship and more
The eligibility rules for a second stimulus check have changed. Sarah Tew/CNET If you’re waiting for your second stimulus check to be delivered to your bank account or home, now’s a good time to make sure you know which stimulus check eligibility requirements have changed. Your income limit, for example, which […]
Start 2021 Off Strong With These Smart Money Moves
After the train wreck that was 2020, you may well question whether it’s worth trying to plan anything. But knocking off a few financial tasks early in the year can better prepare you for whatever 2021 has in store. © Getty Images Your new year money resolutions can include getting […]
Hopeful for a Big Summer 2021 Trip? 3 Strategies to Save for It
Itching to get out and travel this summer? Make sure money isn’t a barrier. It’s fair to say that 2020 wasn’t exactly a great year to travel. Quarantine mandates, safety concerns, and economic uncertainty caused a lot of people to scrap their travel plans and stay close to home. But […]
When might you get one?
Joe Biden’s $2,000 stimulus checks: When might you get one? President-elect Joe Biden’s pitch this week for a quick, third round of coronavirus relief payments looks closer to becoming reality. Since last week, most Americans have been receiving their second COVID “stimulus checks,” for $600, after an attempt to raise […]
Woman who refused to sell her land to Italian mafia was ‘killed and fed to the pigs’
A businesswoman who refused to sell her land to the mafia in southern Italy was kidnapped, murdered and fed to pigs after her body was ground up in a threshing machine, an informant has told Italian investigators. Maria Chindoma, 44, the mother of three small children, disappeared five years ago […]
Health-Care Companies Shake Off Disrupters, Make Deals
Health-care incumbents are making big moves right as would-be disrupters fade away. The new year has begun with a bang for deal makers. UnitedHealth Group , the largest publicly traded health insurer, announced a deal on Wednesday to buy health technology startup Change Healthcare for $8 billion in cash. Pharmacy […]
Side hustles that will put extra money in your pocket this year
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The pandemic drastically changed finances for so many families, with lost jobs or reduced hours forcing people to find new ways to make ends meet. James Irwin, whose greatest passion is cooking, planned to work in a restaurant that was supposed to open in 2020. Those […]
Watch for These Big Changes to Credit Cards in 2021
By Sara Rathner The Covid-19 pandemic forced credit card companies to make dramatic changes in 2020, some of which will continue into 2021. Many issuers tightened their underwriting, leaving consumers with fewer card options to choose from if they had less-than-good credit. Balance transfer cards all but disappeared, with some […]
How to deposit money in post office PPF account online
© Nishant Kumar How to deposit money in post office PPF account online The post office offers around 10 types of savings schemes including the Public Provident Fund (PPF) and most of the schemes provide the benefit of a tax rebate under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act. So how […]
The Power (and Joy) of Being Prepared
It takes quiet reflection and a little time to complete these forms. As I wrote my instructions for making health decisions, I wanted to offer guidance for the situations I might not imagine now. I thought the best way to do that was to include my thoughts about what I […]
Stimulus check status: Tips to track your $600 money online with Get My Payment tool
Waiting for your second stimulus check? Use the IRS’ tracking tool to keep tabs on your payment. Sarah Tew/CNET The status of your second stimulus check may not be completely simple or straightforward. With only nine days left for the IRS to send as many of the $600 stimulus checks […]
Radical reform of the NHS could be the biggest curved ball from Covid
Our ageing society has reached a historic turning point. After a few paroxyms of ethical anguish over closing schools, the nation has taken a profound decision: it is worth risking tomorrow’s generation to reduce the strain on today’s health service. We must assume that the country’s judgement is both overwhelming […]
Save money and make perfect coffee at home this year
Save money and make perfect coffee at home this year Brew’s up Although Starbucks and the like may have reopened where you are, why not continue to recreate your favorite coffee at home and save […]
What Are The Most Common Types Of Claims And How They Influence Car Insurance Rates
Compare-autoinsurance.org (https://compare-autoinsurance.org/) announces a new blog post, “What Drivers Should Know About Car Insurance Claims” Compare-autoinsurance.org has launched a new blog post that explains how many car insurance claims a driver can make and if there are any restrictions. For more info and free car insurance quotes, visit https://compare-autoinsurance.org/what-drivers-should-know-about-car-insurance-claims/ Whatever […]
25 Ways To Score a Good Deal on a Car Out of State
25 Ways To Score a Good Deal on a Car Out of State Microsoft may earn an Affiliate Commission if you purchase something through recommended links in this […]