Coronavirus has derailed all of the top summer sporting events and celebrations, from grand slam tennis tournament Wimbledon to the Tokyo Olympics, causing a glut of gourmet food. Hospitality events have completely disappeared across Europe and suppliers of strawberries and Stilton cheese are sounding the alarm that sales are tanking. …
Read More »The Moneyist: My husband died from COVID-19. Will the IRS allow me to use his $1,200 stimulus check for funeral and medical expenses?
Dear Moneyist, My husband and I filed a joint income-tax return. I am aware that the stimulus check for a husband and wife is $ 2,400, and it will likely be one check. Unfortunately, my husband passed away on April 12 from COVID-19, and I have not yet received our …
Read More »Metal Roofing Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction
Preconceived notions are dangerous for homeowners choosing a new roof.For some, there is a common misconception they must forego safety over style. Why not have both? Today’s Homeowner debunks some of the most common myths about metal roofing. Plus, we nail down some interesting facts you may not have heard …
Read More »Is a low credit score keeping you from getting a mortgage during COVID-19?
Credit scores are a pivotal part of the home-buying process. Not only does your credit score determine if you qualify for a loan, but it also determines your mortgage terms, most importantly, your interest rate. First-time homebuyers often jump into the process of looking to buy a home without really …
Read More »What To Expect From Best Durham HVAC Repair & AC Repair Companies
Your HVAC system is one of the most important elements of your home and you need to make sure that they are functioning properly. For these purposes, it’s best to call an expert that can handle all sorts of repairs and maintenance needs. HVAC companies, on their part, are able …
Read More »Vertical Blinds: Cleaning Tips From Top Experts
Your vertical blinds blinded you? Don’t freak out. Turn on these three pointers: 1. Dust 2. Wash and 3. maintain. As a homeowner, you know how much time consuming and tiring it can be to keep your home clean. Vacuuming, mopping, dusting, scrubbing kitchen and bathroom tiles, there is whole …
Read More »The Moneyist: ‘I owe child support from my first marriage and did not receive a stimulus check. Does President Trump not realize that I now have another family to take care of?’
Dear Moneyist, I owe back child support for a son from my first marriage, and so I have not received a stimulus check. Does President Trump not realize I now have another family to take care of? They need me now. If I can’t feed my family, I will do …
Read More »Key Words: A wave of bankruptcies, surging taxes, and Americans harboring lasting scars from coronavirus lockdowns — the head of world’s largest asset manager warns of grim outlook
The era of coronavirus has already been hard on the American psyche, but the CEO of the world’s largest asset manager cautions that everyone should brace for even rougher days ahead, as the U.S. attempts to emerge from the worst public-health crisis in more than a century. BlackRock’s Chief Executive …
Read More »In One Chart: As the S&P 500 surges from March lows, investors fled the most popular stock-market fund—here’s what one analyst says that means
Tom McClellan, market technician and publisher of the McClellan Market Report, says investors are fleeing one of the most popular exchange-traded funds on Wall Street, even as stocks rally off their March lows. The State Street-sponsored SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust SPY, +1.65%, which offers investors exposure to S&P 500 …
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