Essential Reading
Guide to hotel cancellations
Many hotel brands offer cancellations and changes without penalty, and some allow elite status member extensions.
U.S. could ease travel restrictions
As travel restrictions ease, there are questions surrounding whether it is time to use travel cards and points once more. Read to find out how to maximize your points or use your travel card in a different [...]
Pent up travel demand has a ceiling
As the pandemic fades from people’s minds, travel is ramping up. However, there are limits on traveling that remain because of COVID-19. Read our columnist’s take on traveling during this, at times, [...]
How to collect Child Tax Credit
The first of six monthly Child Tax Credit (CTC) payments start July 15.
News and Analysis
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A complete guide to coronavirus hardship loans in 2021
Coronavirus hardship loans offer short-term relief for those who need help.
4 min read Jun 17, 2021
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The COVID recession is officially over. Here’s why experts say that doesn’t matter
The worst downturn in a lifetime was also the shortest.
5 min read Jul 19, 2021
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Guide to hotel cancellation policies and elite status changes amid coronavirus
Many hotel brands offer cancellations and changes without penalty, and some allow elite status member extensions.
7 min read Jul 22, 2021
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U.S. is easing travel restrictions. Time to use your rewards?
As travel restrictions ease, there are questions surrounding whether it is time to use travel cards and points once more. Read to find out how to maximize your points or use your travel card in a different [...]
4 min read Jul 22, 2021
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Survey: More than half of Americans couldn’t cover three months of expenses with an emergency fund
The coronavirus pandemic drained Americans’ savings accounts.
5 min read Jul 21, 2021
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Pent up travel demand has a ceiling
As the pandemic fades from people’s minds, travel is ramping up. However, there are limits on traveling that remain because of COVID-19. Read our columnist’s take on traveling during this, at times, [...]
3 min read Jul 16, 2021
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Child Tax Credit: Here’s how to collect your monthly payments
The first of six monthly Child Tax Credit (CTC) payments start July 15.
7 min read Jul 14, 2021
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Cruise lines extend suspensions — Your guide to refunds and cancellations
As the cruise industry resumes operations, you need to have a plan. Find out which cruise lines are up and running or soon will be, as well as your options if you have to cancel.
6 min read Jul 13, 2021
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Average credit card debt in the U.S.
Average credit card debt varies by state, with Alaskans and those on either coast generally carrying more debt than those living in the midwest.
6 min read Jul 12, 2021
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What to do if you lose your 401(k) employer match
Lost your 401(k) match? Then it may be time to reassess your financial picture.
6 min read Jul 08, 2021