House passes $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill, Biden expected to sign on Friday

The House passed the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill, which includes $1,400 stimulus checks for many Americans. The bill now goes to President Joe Biden’s desk to be signed into law in his first major legislative win.

$3,000 child tax credit: Here’s what parents need to know

The massive coronavirus relief bill slowly working its way to President Joe Biden’s desk includes a plan to temporarily raise a child tax credit that could end up permanently changing the way the country deals with child poverty.

COVID-19 relief bill: Democrats strike deal on jobless benefits after logjam

Senate leaders and moderate Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin have struck a deal over emergency jobless benefits, breaking a nine-hour logjam that had stalled the party’s showpiece $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill.

In hopeful sign for economy, US adds 379,000 jobs in February

U.S. employers added a robust 379,000 jobs last month, the most since October and a sign that the economy is strengthening as confirmed viral cases drop, consumers spend more and states and cities ease business restrictions.

How to know if mortgage refinancing is for you, according to experts

Not sure if refinancing is the right move for you? We spoke with three mortgage professionals to learn about the most common scenarios when you might want to refinance your mortgage.

Should you consider a 15-year mortgage? Here’s what you should know

With mortgage rates at historic lows, now is a great time to refinance your mortgage. But is a 30-year or 15-year mortgage the better option? We spoke to three mortgage experts to find out.

Unemployment claims climb to 745,000; layoffs still high

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits edged higher last week to 745,000, a sign that many employers continue to cut jobs despite a drop in confirmed viral infections and evidence that the overall economy is improving.

Picking new car insurance? Here are 6 types of coverage policies

Your car insurance policy should be customized to your needs and budget. Learn more about popular types of car insurance, additional coverage you can purchase and tips for selecting the right policy for the best price.

7 things to do when you find a house you want to buy

You’ve found your dream home, but now what? You may be worried about the homebuying process and have questions. Although you’ll have hoops to jump through, there are steps to follow to get you closer to closing at the best price.

Unemployment claims drop to 730,000; pandemic keeps layoffs high

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell sharply last week but remained high by historical standards.

Study suggests money can buy happiness — perhaps more than previously thought

The Wharton School study found there was no dollar value at which money stopped mattering to a person’s well-being, contrary to influential research that found happiness plateaued around $75,000 a year.

Nobel Prize-winning economist weighs in on failure of Texas power grid

A Nobel Prize-winning economist who has become known for his hard-hitting arguments is taking on the Texas power grid debacle.

Tech stocks slide as bond yields spike, GameStop soars

Investors turned their focus to another wild surge in GameStop and a handful of other stocks favored by online investors.

Fry's Electronics is no more, permanently closing all stores

No timetable was announced for the closure, but the company statement said it had ceased regular operations and began an orderly wind-down process Wednesday.

IRS warns anew of 2021 tax scammers: 'very active and very creative'

By stealing client data and tax preparers' identities, the scammers can file fraudulent tax returns for refunds, the IRS said.