With money decisions, it’s easy to get thwarted by inaction. How do you handle uncertainty? Here are some investment examples to consider.
Author: Russ Wiles, Arizona Republic
This recession has exposed key myths, misconceptions about the economy. Here’s how
The economic downturn since the coronavirus pandemic has been odd in so many ways. Why shouldn’t it expose some economic myths and misconceptions?
Big IRS backlog: Months after filing their taxes, some still wait for a refund
As of April 17, the original filing deadline, the IRS had processed 24 million fewer returns than it had last year, the Taxpayer Advocate Service said
Here’s what investors should watch for in the next 6 months
The coronavirus pandemic paired with unprecedented government stimulus efforts to reverse the financial fallout changed the outlook dramatically.
What to know about your taxes if you’re getting coronavirus relief from unemployment
From unemployment benefits to stimulus checks to withdrawals from retirement accounts, coronavirus relief measures could hit your taxes next year.
Trying to make sense of the stock market? It might be best to ignore earnings, for now
Given the coronavirus pandemic and resulting economic fallout, it might be wise to focus on a company’s stability rather than its stock.
What the federal coronavirus relief bill means for mortgages, credit and 401(k) loans
The CARES Act included provisions that will help with mortgage payments, credit scores and changes for 401(k) loans, if your company agrees
Retirement planning during coronavirus pandemic: Here’s what to watch for
Seniors and pre-retirees can take advantage of flexible and lenient new rules on retirement accounts, but in many other ways, things could get tougher.
New changes in law will help those near retirement and others weather coronavirus’s financial storm
The government has introduced several temporary changes that could help people shore up their finances and manage their retirement accounts.
Common-sense investing insights we forget during stock-market panics
Many people invest rationally most of the time, until the stock market starts falling. Follow these recommendations to keep downturns in perspective.