Coronavirus and Your Money
Get advice and stay informed on how COVID-19 could impact your finances.
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Fed leaves rates alone, says economy will ‘depend significantly on the course of the virus’
It’s unlikely that the financial and economic calamity will be reversed anytime soon.
7 min read Jul 29, 2020 -
Second $1,200 stimulus check and reduced unemployment insurance boost: How HEALS Act could affect you
The proposal sets the stage for a divisive clash among party lines, and the clock is ticking.
6 min read Jul 28, 2020 -
Survey: 61% of experts see stock market underperforming over next 5 years
The devastating effects of the coronavirus won’t likely be in the rearview mirror anytime soon.
7 min read Jul 15, 2020 -
Survey: More than a third of Americans have delayed financial milestones because of pandemic
Buying a home or car and getting married are among the goals people are postponing.
3 min read Jul 15, 2020 -
Evictions during the pandemic: What to know and where renters can get help
With moratoriums coming to an end, millions of renters may be forced out of their homes.
4 min read Jul 14, 2020 -
8 ways to help pay for college if your financial situation suddenly worsened
Facing financial difficulties and struggling with returning to college? Here’s how to regain control.
6 min read Jul 13, 2020 -
Survey: Nearly half of U.S. households have had incomes cut during coronavirus pandemic
The most common impacts include layoffs, furloughs and a reduction in hours or pay.
8 min read Jul 09, 2020 -
Negative interest rates, explained — and how they work
Would you really get paid to take out a loan?
8 min read Jul 03, 2020 -
Ask Bankrate’s experts your personal finance questions
Submit your questions and get answers from our team of experts.
1 min read Jun 25, 2020 -
$4,000 travel tax credit? Here’s how the ‘Explore America’ stimulus proposal could fund your next vacation
Here’s what a proposed tax credit for travel could mean for you.
4 min read Jun 24, 2020
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