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The taxpayer experience this year 'vastly improved' compared with 2022, report finds

The national taxpayer advocate said taxpayer experience vastly improved during the 2023 filing season. Here's what still needs to change.

2 years ago

Diamond prices have fallen 18% from their peak — and analysts say there's still more room to plunge

Diamonds, alongside other jewelry, saw elevated prices during the Covid-19 pandemic which culminated in a peak early last year.

2 years ago

Prime Day: Everything Amazon sellers need to know about making the most from deals

Amazon announced that Prime Day will take place July 11-July 12. From flash sales to coupons and promotional codes, these are the deals to expect from sellers.

2 years ago

Main Street's labor problem is weighing on business owners as summer hiring picks up

Small business owners are concerned about hiring this summer, as factors including inflation, child care and housing make for a difficult market.

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Average credit card interest rate is a record 20.69%, but 0% offers are still available, experts say

The Federal Reserve’s pause in interest rate hikes will do little to help borrowers struggling with expensive credit card debt.

2 years ago

It's official: Student loan payments will restart in October, Education Department says

The U.S. Department of Education says student loan bills "will be due starting in October." Interest on their debt will begin accruing even sooner.

2 years ago

Mastercard’s Latest Crypto Credential Trademark Filing

Finbold | Ana Nicenko | Jun 19, 2023 Mastercard's recent trademark filing indicates a continued and growing interest in the cryptocurrency and blockchain space. Mastercard's Continued Interest in Crypto: The payment processor plans to develop software that simplifies transactions involving cryptocurrencies and blockchain, aiming to streamline crypto transactions and foster seamless connectivity between Virtual Asset


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2 years ago

How to tell your company has layoffs planned. Some signs ‘will send shivers down your spine,’ career expert says

Figuring out if your company might be next to announce layoffs isn't easy, but there are some clues to watch for, experts say.

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How Much Can I Realistically Raise?

Antler | Alan Poensgen | Jun 1, 2023 In the volatile landscape of startup funding, two dimensions that significantly influence early-stage fundraising are "Founder Pedigree" and "Traction." The pedigree of a founder becomes crucial when a startup is in its infancy and lacks traction. Investors lean on the founders' past accomplishments to predict their future


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2 years ago

Fintech Opportunities in the Wake of Tightened Credit Liquidity in Canada

Better Dwelling | Jun 20, 2023 Canada's bank regulator, the Office of The Superintendent of Financial Institutions, has increased the Domestic Stability Buffer (DSB) to 3.5% of risk-weighted assets in response to rising delinquencies and overleveraged households, which may create opportunities for fintech lenders offering alternative finance solutions. Regulatory Measures and Credit Throttling: Canada’s bank


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2 years ago

IRS weighs guidance for small business tax credit. ‘People were duped,’ taxpayer advocate says

The IRS is weighing guidance for small businesses that wrongly claimed the employee retention tax credit. Here's what entrepreneurs need to know.

2 years ago

CIBC’s Mortgage Underwriting Troubles: A Long Road to Full Compliance

The Globel and Mail | James Bradshaw | Jun 20, 2023 The Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) continues to face remediation orders over the bank's mortgage portfolio from Canada's banking regulator, the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI). Ongoing Regulatory Remediation: These orders have been in place for over a year, after


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2 years ago

BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF Filing Fuels Bullish Momentum for Grayscale Bitcoin Trust

Decrypt | Pedro Solimano | Jun 19, 2023 The recent filing by BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, to launch a Bitcoin spot price exchange-traded fund (ETF) has reignited hopes for the first U.S. Bitcoin spot ETF. This news has fuelled investor sentiment and given GBTC a significant boost, bringing it close to its 2023


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2 years ago

The Pros and Cons of Investing in Private Companies

Investing in private companies has gained attention in recent years as more investors seek out opportunities beyond the public stock market. Private investments can offer unique advantages, but they also come with their own set of challenges. In this blog … Continue reading

2 years ago

This investment manager is looking to bridge the racial wealth gap

Economic freedom has been more elusive for Black people. Veteran portfolio manager Jim Casselberry is trying to do something about that.

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