Coronavirus and Your Money
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Taxes on Unemployment Benefits: A State-by-State Guide
State Tax Don't be surprised by an unexpected state tax bill on your unemployment benefits. Know where unemployment compensation is taxable and where it isn't.
By Rocky Mengle
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Where's My Stimulus Check? The IRS's "Get My Payment" Tool is No Longer Available
Coronavirus and Your Money Although the IRS has taken down its online tool for tracking stimulus checks, there are other ways to get stimulus check information.
By Rocky Mengle
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Third Stimulus Check Calculator
See how much your third stimulus check should have been using this handy tool.
By Rocky Mengle
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COVID’s Financial Toll Isn’t What You Think
Coronavirus and Your Money From a grandma’s retirement in ruins to a troubled teen inheriting too soon, COVID’s effects will last for generations. While nothing can prepare you for the pain of losing someone you love, a financial planner explains how preparation can lessen the financial devastation.
By Erin Wood, CFP®, CRPC®, FBS®
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Why This Tax Filing Season Could Be Ugly
Coronavirus and Your Money National Taxpayer Advocate Erin M. Collins warns the agency will continue to struggle with tight budgets and backlogs. Her advice: File electronically!
By Sandra Block
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Final Child Tax Credit Payment Opt-Out Deadline is November 29
Tax Breaks The due date for opting out of the December 15 monthly child credit payments is almost here. Missing the deadline could cost you in the long run.
By Rocky Mengle
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It Still Pays to Wait to Claim Social Security
Financial Planning Despite dire headlines about the Social Security trust fund, you will be better off waiting to collect benefits.
By Sandra Block
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The Return of Student Loan Payments
Paying for College A pandemic reprieve on student loan payments ends in January. If you still need financial help, there are steps you can take.
By Emma Patch
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Child Tax Credit Payment Deadline: Get Up to $1,800 Per Child If You Act Today
Tax Breaks There's only a few hours left for people who normally don't need to file a tax return to sign up for an advance child tax credit payment.
By Rocky Mengle
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