Chris Arnold
Stories
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Politics
Those $1,200 Emergency Payments Are Arriving — And Debt Collectors May Be Eyeing Them
The federal government has begun sending $1,200 checks to millions of Americans. But some of those who need the money the most may have trouble actually getting it and debt collectors may want it too.
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Business
Nearly A Third Of Renters Didn't Pay By 1st Week Of April
With so many people out of work, there was a steep jump in renters not paying on time, a trade group says. It says next month could be much worse if government help doesn't reach people in time.
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National
Many Struggling Homeowners Not Getting The Mortgage Relief U.S. Promised
Millions of homeowners who've lost their incomes qualify to defer payments. But many say lenders are demanding unfair terms such as massive subsequent lump-sum payments that they can't afford.
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Business
Many Cities Halt Evictions, But Renters Still Need Help
In the midst of a pandemic where people are supposed to stay home, many municipalities have halted evictions. But housing advocates want to see more action to help people who can't pay rent.
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Business
U.S. Orders Up To A Year-Long Break On Mortgage Payments
The federal government is telling lenders to lower or suspend mortgage payments up to 12 months for homeowners who have lost income due to the coronavirus outbreak.
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National
Small Businesses To Washington: Please Send Money Soon Or We Won't Survive
Many small businesses have just a couple of weeks worth of cash on hand to pay rent and make payroll. Half of Americans own or work at a small business and they need help soon to stay afloat.
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Business
America Closed: Thousands Of Stores, Resorts, Theaters Shut Down
Retailers, bars, restaurants, gyms, ski resorts and many other firms are closing their doors. Millions of small businesses could be in trouble as they run out of cash. See a list of what's closed.
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Health
U.S. Coronavirus Testing Gets A Potential Breakthrough
U.S. public health experts say they're "flying blind" because they need much more testing to know how widespread the outbreak is. But a just-approved test could be a game-changer.
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Business
Mortgage Rates Are Near All-Time Lows As Coronavirus Worries Hit Markets
Coronavirus fears have sent stock markets reeling, but they're also pushing mortgage rates down near historic lows. That's an opportunity for homebuyers and homeowners.
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Business
As Stock Market Plunges For Coronavirus Panic, Advisers Say: Stay The Course
The stock market has been plummeting in recent days — on Thursday the Dow Jones Industrial Average lost nearly 1,200 points. Financial advisers are advising clients to not panic and stay the course.