Navigating through the Paycheck Protection Program
The rollout of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) intended for small- to medium-sized businesses has, by any account, been a tumultuous ride to date. Business…
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Have you scheduled your financial wellness checkup
We are in the middle of summer and many of you might be back to work in your traditional setting. I am still working from…
Navigating through the Paycheck Protection Program
The rollout of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) intended for small- to medium-sized businesses has, by any account, been a tumultuous ride to date. Business…
Is your business a target of payments fraud?
Many businesses are finding new ways to operate during the pandemic. As expected, fraud is on the rise and additional measures are being taken to…
Banks are begging for spare change: How long coin shortage could last
In the midst of a nationwide coin shortage, some retailers are asking for customers to use exact change, if possible, or even better, use a…
Commodity wrap-up
China craves U.S. crops Exports of grains to China broke records this week with the largest weekly “new crop” sale of soybeans in almost four…
US average mortgage rates decline; 30-year loan at 2.99%
WASHINGTON — U.S. average rates on long-term mortgages declined this week, remaining near historic lows as the key 30-year loan slipped back below 3%. Mortgage…
Your money: Car loan borrowers face challenges getting economic relief
Up to $600 extra per week in unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 economic meltdown plugged a lot of holes in everyday budgets. Yet as the…
US long-term mortgage rates rise; 30-year at 3.01%
WASHINGTON — Average rates on long-term mortgages rose this week for the first time since June 25, after weeks of marking new record lows. Mortgage…
Refinancing and income taxes
With interest rates at all-time lows, refinancing can be a great money-saving move, but it can impact your taxes. From a tax implication perspective, refinancing…