Delaying Your Credit-Card Payments: Expect Frustration
Wall Street Journal reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis explains the challenges consumers are facing when they seek to delay making credit-card payments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11m May 13, 2020
11m
Fauci Warns of Premature Reopening in U.S.
Dr. Anthony Fauci and other health officials testify on coronavirus testing and economic reopening. Supreme Court hears cases related to President Trump's finances. Uber pursues deal to acquire GrubHub. J.R. Whalen reports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2m May 12, 2020
2m
Pension Funds Suffer Record Losses in First Quarter
Public pensions fell by the largest amount on record in the first quarter, as a result of market losses driven by the pandemic. Wall Street Journal reporter Heather Gillers explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m May 12, 2020
7m
Giving a Family Member a Loan? The IRS Wants to Know.
The IRS has strict rules governing loans between family members. Wall Street Journal tax reporter Laura Saunders explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m May 11, 2020
8m
Surprise: Home Prices Have Risen During the Pandemic
Median home prices rose 8% in March, even as the coronavirus pandemic started shutting down much of the U.S. economy. Wall Street Journal reporter Harriet Torry explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m May 08, 2020
6m
'Cobra' and Health Insurance: Your Questions Answered
Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Veronica Dagher explains the costs and benefits of Cobra, a health insurance continuation program available to many people who have lost their jobs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m May 07, 2020
7m
'Buffer' Funds Protect Investors in Volatile Markets
A relatively new type of fund offers some built-in protection against market and has become popular with investors. Wall Street Journal reporter Mischa Frankl-Duval explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m May 06, 2020
6m
Auto Lenders Dangle Sweet Deals to Lure Customers
Car dealers and lenders are offering generous incentives to make up for sales lost during the height of the pandemic. Wall Street Journal reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis explains which customers are eligible for the sweetened offers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m May 05, 2020
9m
Congress Acts to Prevent Balloon Mortgage Payments by Homeowners
Confusing language in the federal Cares Act makes it unclear if homeowners who suspend mortgage payments during the pandemic will have to pay the money back in one lump sum. Wall Street Journal reporter Paul Kiernan explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10m May 04, 2020
10m
Why the Small-Business Stimulus Loans Don't Work for All
Restrictions in the Paycheck Protection Program on how small businesses can allocate loan money has left many owners frustrated because they can't cover overhead expenses. Wall Street Journal reporter Yuka Hayashi explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m May 01, 2020
7m
College Seniors Entering the Workforce: Here's Who's Hiring
LaSalle Network's Tom Gimbel explains how college seniors' expectations for the job market have changed amid the coronavirus pandemic, and which businesses are hiring new workers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Apr 30, 2020
8m
Coronavirus Relief: Some Workers Make More Than on the Job
About half of workers receiving unemployment benefits during the pandemic earn more than they did before they lost their job. Wall Street Journal reporter Eric Morath explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Apr 29, 2020
6m
Stimulus Update: More Payments Go Out This Week
Wall Street Journal tax reporter Richard Rubin gives an update on the government's stimulus payment process, including the status of paper checks and improvements to the IRS website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Apr 28, 2020
6m
Credit Card Companies Are Lowering Your Spending Limit
CreditCards.com analyst Ted Rossman explains why banks and lenders are lowering consumers' credit limits during the pandemic. He also offers tips to avoid cancelation of your credit cards. Have a question about the pandemic? Leave us a voice message at (315) 992-8298. You may be featured on one of our podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Apr 27, 2020
7m
Tips if You're Going Into Debt During the Pandemic
Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Julia Carpenter discusses options Americans should consider if they need to take on debt during the pandemic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Apr 24, 2020
6m
New Small Business Loans: Can They Meet Demand?
The House is expected to approve another $320 billion for loans to small businesses. Wall Street Journal reporter Amara Omeokwe explains why many fear that amount may not meet demand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Apr 23, 2020
6m
After-Hours Trading Volume Soars During the Pandemic
Wall Street Journal reporter Gunjan Banerji explains the extreme after-hours volatility in markets in the past several weeks, and how investment returns typically differ from regular trading hours. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Apr 22, 2020
7m
Clothes Retailers Offering Deep Discounts, but Nobody's Buying
Retailers are struggling to sell spring apparel online, even at substantial discounts, during the pandemic. Wall Street Journal reporter Suzanne Kapner explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Apr 21, 2020
6m
Student Loan Payment Suspension: Your FAQs Answered
Borrowers can suspend student-loan payments through the end of September. Wall Street Journal reporter Anne Tergesen has details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Apr 20, 2020
7m
Stimulus Payments: What Happens if You Get the Wrong Amount?
Wall Street Journal tax reporter Richard Rubin addresses some mishaps that have occurred with direct-deposited coronavirus stimulus payments. Have a question about the coronavirus? Leave us a voice message at (315) 992-8298. You may be featured on one of our podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10m Apr 17, 2020
10m
During the Pandemic, More Renters Pay With Credit Cards
Workers who have been laid off or furloughed have begun using credit cards to pay their monthly rent. Wall Street Journal reporter Will Parker explains the risks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Apr 16, 2020
7m
Coronavirus Pandemic Exposes Americans' Lack of Savings
Wall Street Journal reporter David Harrison discusses the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic, especially among households with little or no savings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Apr 15, 2020
6m
Coronavirus: Travelers Struggle to Get Refunds
Some airlines, cruise lines and other travel companies have been slow to issue refunds to people who canceled plans due to the coronavirus pandemic. Wall Street Journal "Middle Seat" columnist Scott McCartney explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10m Apr 14, 2020
10m
Will Colleges Issue Coronavirus Refunds?
Colleges and universities that closed their campuses to slow the spread of the coronavirus are grappling with students' calls for refunds for room and board as well as tuition. Wall Street Journal contributor Cheryl Winokur Munk explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Apr 13, 2020
6m
Retirement Savings and the Stimulus Bill: Your Questions Answered
Wall Street Journal retirement reporter Anne Tergesen answers questions from WSJ subscribers about rules included in the stimulus package regarding mandatory withdrawals from IRAs and 401(k) accounts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Apr 10, 2020
6m
Small Businesses Could Be Hit by Credit-Card Fee Changes
Planned fee increases by credit-card companies could hurt small businesses that are already struggling during the coronavirus pandemic. Wall Street Journal reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10m Apr 09, 2020
10m
Stimulus Jobless Benefits Spur Some Businesses to Cut Workers
Some companies say new unemployment benefits make them more comfortable about cutting payroll costs. Wall Street Journal reporter Patrick Thomas explains how the stimulus package is changing employers' calculus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Apr 08, 2020
6m
Car Insurers Issuing Coronavirus Refunds
Auto insurance companies are issuing premiums refunds to customers as a result of a dramatic drop in miles driven during the coronavirus pandemic. Wall Street Journal reporter Leslie Scism explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Apr 07, 2020
8m
Mortgage Lenders Allow Borrowers to Delay Monthly Payments
Provisions in the $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus bill call for mortgage lenders to allow borrowers to suspend their monthly payments, known as forbearance. Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Julia Carpenter explains how homeowners can apply for the benefit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Apr 06, 2020
6m
Unemployment Benefits in the Stimulus Bill: Your FAQs Answered
Wall Street Journal reporter Sarah Chaney explains unemployment benefits that are part of the $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus package, including eligibility and how much people should expect to receive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Apr 03, 2020
6m
Companies Cutting 401(k) Contributions
Companies scrambling for cash are cutting back or suspending matching contributions to employee 401(k) plans. Plus, the $2 trillion stimulus package allows student loan borrowers to turn off payments for six months, interest free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Apr 02, 2020
9m
How to Best Spend Your Stimulus Money
Wall Street Journal personal finance editor Bourree Lam discusses the best ways to spend the one-time stimulus payment that millions of Americans will receive this month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Apr 01, 2020
8m
Coronavirus Stimulus Plan: Loans for Small Business
About $350 billion in small business loans are available through the coronavirus stimulus package. Wall Street Journal reporter Amara Omeokwe explains which businesses will be eligible, and whether the inability to repay loans will be forgiven. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Mar 31, 2020
7m
The $2 Trillion Stimulus Bill and Your Retirement Fund
The coronavirus rescue package contains key measures to benefit retirees and those still contributing to their 401(k) and IRA. Wall Street Journal retirement reporter Anne Tergesen has details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Mar 30, 2020
7m
When to Expect Coronavirus Stimulus Checks
Wall Street Journal tax reporter Richard Rubin discusses stimulus direct payments to households, including how much money to expect and whether the money will be taxable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Mar 27, 2020
8m
Revising Your Household Budget Amid the Coronavirus
Wall Street Journal personal finance reporter Julia Carpenter discusses ways Americans are adjusting their household budget in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5m Mar 26, 2020
5m
Coronavirus Pandemic Encourages Estate Planning
The spreading coronavirus pandemic is causing people across several age groups to explore estate planning. Wall Street Journal columnist Julie Jargon discusses apps and online services designed to make estate planning easier. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7m Mar 25, 2020
7m
Grocers Weren't Prepared for the Pandemic
Wall Street Journal reporter Annie Gasparro explains how ramped up demand by grocery shoppers during the pandemic has forced stores and food companies to revamp their business models to get products on the shelves more efficiently. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Mar 24, 2020
6m
Coronavirus: Lenders Help Consumers Who May Miss Payments
Credit card and mortgage lenders are stepping in to assist consumers who could miss payments as a result of the economic impact of the pandemic. Wall Street Journal reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10m Mar 23, 2020
10m
Coronavirus: The Effect on Your 401-K-and Your Mind
Wall Street Journal "Intelligent Investor" columnist Jason Zweig discusses the stress brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, and how investors can avoid making knee-jerk decisions in a bear market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Mar 20, 2020
9m
Student Loan Interest Rates Could Hit Record Lows
Student loan borrowers could soon be able to capitalize on record-low interest rates as the Federal Reserve aims to ease the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic. Wall Street Journal reporter Anne Tergesen explains the trade-offs of refinancing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Mar 19, 2020
9m
Canceling a Trip Due to Coronavirus? Rules May Not Be Clear
The coronavirus outbreak is forcing more consumers to contact their credit-card companies about cancellations. Wall Street Journal reporter AnnaMaria Andriotis discusses the evolving sets of cancellation rules they face. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8m Mar 18, 2020
8m
Coronavirus Fears Drive Mortgage Rates to Record Lows
Historically low mortgage rates have sparked refinancing activity not seen in more than a decade. Wall Street Journal reporter Orla McCaffrey explains how homeowners are flooding lenders with calls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4m Mar 17, 2020
4m
Event Canceled Due to Coronavirus: Who Foots the Bill?
The coronavirus outbreak has canceled numerous trade shows, festivals and conferences across the globe. And event organizers hoping that insurance will cover their losses are likely to be disappointed. More from the Wall Street Journal's Julie Steinberg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Mar 16, 2020
6m
Companies Tweak Sick-Day Policies as Coronavirus Spreads
Millions of U.S. workers don't get paid time off for illnesses. That can lead some sick employees to come into work anyway. Wall Street Journal reporter Kathryn Dill discusses how companies are handling sick-time benefits during the coronavirus outbreak. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5m Mar 13, 2020
5m
In A Pandemic: Stockpile Cash or Go Cashless?
Americans are making emergency preparations for possible shutdowns due to the coronavirus pandemic. But what about money? Should they have a lot of extra cash on hand ... or go cashless. We get some insight from the Wall Street Journal's Veronica Dagher. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5m Mar 12, 2020
5m
Changing Air Travel Plans Due to Coronavirus? It's Not That Easy
Air travelers trying to change or cancel flight plans due to coronavirus have become frustrated with restrictions imposed by airlines. Passengers may discover they're not eligible for change fee waivers or they may have to re-book quickly. More from Wall Street Journal Middle Seat columnist Scott McCartney. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Mar 11, 2020
9m
Companies Devise Coronavirus Response Plans
Companies are scrambling to come up with contingency plans to respond to the coronavirus crisis. The Wall Street Journal's Chip Cutter says employers are taking steps including sending workers home and separating their teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6m Mar 10, 2020
6m
Amid Market Chaos, Strategies For Your Retirement Savings
The coronavirus-related market shock has dented a lot of retirement portfolios. The Wall Street Journal's Anne Tergesen says there are some strategies investors should consider to ensure such stock selloffs don't derail their retirement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Mar 09, 2020
9m
Coronavirus Fears Push Pension Funds Lower
Wall Street Journal reporter Heather Gillers discusses how the market instability caused by coronavirus fears have impacted pension funds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9m Mar 06, 2020
9m