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Answers to the Most Common Stimulus Check Questions

Is a stimulus check taxable? When will it arrive? Who gets one? Here are the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about the latest round.

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Federal Tax Deadline Moved to May 17

The IRS extended its filing deadline for 2020 returns after a pandemic year upended personal finances and government systems alike.

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Three Tips for Quick and Easy Tax Filing

Filing your taxes doesn’t have to be complicated. These expert tips can help you do it quickly and get the maximum refund.

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Rule of Thumb for Earning Cash-Back Rewards

Twice a week, we break down the logic behind financial rules of thumb. The best way to maximize your cash-back rewards is to find a card that offers 1.5% on average for all your purchases. Learn how to take advantage of these perks.

Homebuyers Shrug Off Rising Mortgage Rates, For Now

Homebuyers have been applying for home loans at an increasing pace since February, despite interest rates climbing back from record lows.

Credit Score Quiz Stumps Average American

40% - That’s the failing grade the average American received on a recent credit score quiz issued by Zillow Population Science.

Bill Would Protect Stimulus Checks From Creditors

Creditors won't be able to feast on the third round of stimulus payments if a bill introduced by Democratic senators adding protections passes.

Fed Raises Growth Estimates, Keeps Easy Money Policy

The Fed acknowledged economic improvement but sees more work to do and left accommodative policy unchanged. More members see possible rate hikes in 2022.

Stimulus Check in the Bank, Bitcoin in the Wallet?

With a third round of stimulus checks now hitting people’s bank accounts, $38 billion may go into stocks and Bitcoin, one survey suggests.

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