Here's why you should use a credit card instead of a debit card
Four big benefits to utilizing available credit.
Four big benefits to utilizing available credit.
More than 1 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits
Just over 1 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, a sign that the coronavirus outbreak continues to threaten jobs even as the housing market, auto sales and other segments of the economy rebound from a springtime collapse.
Just over 1 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, a sign that the coronavirus outbreak continues to threaten jobs even as the housing market, auto sales and other segments of the economy rebound from a springtime collapse.
Gyms aim to open in Phoenix, Tucson as virus cases ebb
State guidelines drafted by Christ’s department say gyms can reopen at 25% capacity once a county hits moderate transmission rates but must commit to implementing strategies to prevent the spread of the virus. Gyms are also urged to use a reservation system. Bars and nightclubs also can open at 50% occupancy levels, but only if they convert to restaurant service and implement stringent health department guidelines. Bars with no food service must remain closed.
State guidelines drafted by Christ’s department say gyms can reopen at 25% capacity once a county hits moderate transmission rates but must commit to implementing strategies to prevent the spread of the virus. Gyms are also urged to use a reservation system. Bars and nightclubs also can open at 50% occupancy levels, but only if they convert to restaurant service and implement stringent health department guidelines. Bars with no food service must remain closed.
How to improve your finances to refinance student loans
Want the best student loan refinancing rates? These tips can help.
Want the best student loan refinancing rates? These tips can help.
American Airlines plans 19,000 furloughs, layoffs when federal aid expires in October
The airline began 2020 with about 140,000 employees but expects fewer than 100,000 to remain in October.
The airline began 2020 with about 140,000 employees but expects fewer than 100,000 to remain in October.
Phoenix gym goes above and beyond to follow COVID-19 safety, allowed to reopen
A gym in Phoenix went above and beyond to follow COVID-19 health guidance and were approved by the state to reopen. Some gyms weren't so lucky.
A gym in Phoenix went above and beyond to follow COVID-19 health guidance and were approved by the state to reopen. Some gyms weren't so lucky.
LIST: Arizona businesses that have been approved to reopen
As of Wednesday, August 19, several businesses have been approved, including movie theaters, bars, and gyms. AZDHS says duplicate business names reflect different locations. They did not give exact locations.
As of Wednesday, August 19, several businesses have been approved, including movie theaters, bars, and gyms. AZDHS says duplicate business names reflect different locations. They did not give exact locations.
Tiburon police accused of racial profiling town’s Black-owned business owners
"The officer should have knocked, introduced himself, and explained he was patrolling Main Street," said Hawi Awash. "But instead it was more like, 'Who are you? And prove yourself.'"
"The officer should have knocked, introduced himself, and explained he was patrolling Main Street," said Hawi Awash. "But instead it was more like, 'Who are you? And prove yourself.'"
Variable rate student loans are now near 1% — see if they're right for you
Are variable rate student loans a good idea for the collegiate crowd? It’s a classic pros versus cons issue.
Are variable rate student loans a good idea for the collegiate crowd? It’s a classic pros versus cons issue.
Student loan refinancing rates drop to dramatic new lows
As student loan refinancing rates drop, now may be a good time to compare borrowing options.
As student loan refinancing rates drop, now may be a good time to compare borrowing options.
How is your credit card limit determined?
Credit card companies use these factors to determine your credit limit.
Credit card companies use these factors to determine your credit limit.
KFC drops 'finger lickin' good' slogan amid coronavirus pandemic
KFC is cleaning up its act and dropping the iconic "finger-lickin' good" slogan as the coronavirus health crisis continues.
KFC is cleaning up its act and dropping the iconic "finger-lickin' good" slogan as the coronavirus health crisis continues.
Hooper's Pub in Glendale on verge of shutting down due to COVID-19 closure
Bars and gyms must reapply for reopening at the moment in Arizona and could risk getting denied.
Bars and gyms must reapply for reopening at the moment in Arizona and could risk getting denied.
Student loan forgiveness during coronavirus: Everything you need to know
The CARES Act may affect how you approach federal student loan repayment.
The CARES Act may affect how you approach federal student loan repayment.
Federal appeals court says it won't step in for now on President Donald Trump's tax records
The appeals court said it would hold a hearing on the request for a delay, but not until Sept. 1. After winning a lower court ruling, Vance's office had agreed not to enforce the subpoena before Aug. 28.
The appeals court said it would hold a hearing on the request for a delay, but not until Sept. 1. After winning a lower court ruling, Vance's office had agreed not to enforce the subpoena before Aug. 28.
How to apply for student loans — federal and private
The student loan application process varies by loan type. Here’s what to do for each kind.
The student loan application process varies by loan type. Here’s what to do for each kind.
Student loan borrowers just got another break — what should you do now?
Where do your student loans stand during pandemic?
Where do your student loans stand during pandemic?
US unemployment claims jump back above 1 million in face of coronavirus
The coronavirus recession struck swiftly and violently. Now, with the economy still in the grip of the pandemic five months later, the recovery looks fitful and uneven — and painfully slow.
The coronavirus recession struck swiftly and violently. Now, with the economy still in the grip of the pandemic five months later, the recovery looks fitful and uneven — and painfully slow.
Boston's 'Cheers' bar to permanently close due to coronavirus
The iconic "Cheers" bar at Boston’s Faneuil Hall will close on Aug. 30 after nearly 20 years in business.
The iconic "Cheers" bar at Boston’s Faneuil Hall will close on Aug. 30 after nearly 20 years in business.
Arizona DES director talks unemployment claims, fraudulent cases
Director of Arizona's Department of Economic Security (DES), Michael Wisehart, elaborates on fraud in the unemployment system and weekly payouts.
Director of Arizona's Department of Economic Security (DES), Michael Wisehart, elaborates on fraud in the unemployment system and weekly payouts.