6 hours agoEven though stimulus checks haven’t gone out, scammers are trying to fool youThe federal government hasn't issued a single stimulus check yet, but scammers are already trying to steal the money from Americans.
23 hours agoWhen will you see money and benefits from the stimulus bill?Included are direct payments to many Americans, an unprecedented expansion in unemployment benefits and $350 billion in small business loans.
2 days agoAttorney General reveals top 3 items for reported price gouging amid pandemicFlorida’s top prosecutor is warning that complaints of price gouging is at an all time high. Attorney General Ashley Moody said her office has received hundreds of compla...
2 days agoSupporting local: How The Pink Nickel Boutique is making it workAs many local businesses are struggling to find their way through these difficult times, The Pink Nickel Boutique is going back to the basics.
2 days agoStimulus deal includes individual checks - but don’t expect the money right awayThe Senate unanimously passed a $2 trillion stimulus deal late Wednesday that includes sending checks directly to individuals amid the coronavirus crisis -- but it will l...
Need toilet paper? This local business wants to help with thatA local business aims to fill a void by selling its overstock paper products to the public.
Florida CFO calls for quick look at tax impacts of coronavirusFlorida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis wants state economists to quickly determine the potential impact of COVID-19 on the state’s tax revenues.
Small business survey points to ‘profound’ disruptionA survey shows that 76 percent of small businesses have been negatively impacted by the novel coronavirus.
Need some income as pandemic continues to unfold? Here are jobs that are more in-demand than everThere are some jobs that are high in demand during the coronavirus pandemic, which, at the very least, can be a short-term fix to the financial worries people rightfully ...
As application numbers rise, here’s how to apply for unemployment in FloridaThe Department of Labor has reported 70,000 new applications for unemployment within the past week. It’s the highest weekly total since 2017, following Hurricane Harvey.
Happy Pi Day: Now go get some (discounted!) pieThis Saturday is March 14, also known as Pi Day, honoring the mathematical constant π.
Never worked from home before? How to do it like an old proHave you been asked to work remotely as coronavirus concerns continue to sweep the country?
Interest rates drop amid concern over new coronavirusAmid growing concern over the coronavirus, world markets have tumbled and so have some prices. We’ve already started seeing cheaper gas at pumps around Northeast Florida.
Drowning in debt? Stop credit card spendingHere are some ways you can kick your credit cards to the curb until you pay off your debt.
Top Ways to use Your Tax RefundWith tax season upon us, millions of Americans are anticipating refunds from the government. According to financial services company, Bankrate-- the average refund for 2...
Coronavirus could drive down gas prices in USBig oil and gas companies had already been bracing for slowing global economic growth, and that appears to have been accelerated by the arrival of the new coronavirus.
Consumer Reports: Free trial offers could cost youSome of those free trial offers are actually designed to take your hard-earned cash.
Top 20 money-saving tips for stay-at-home moms and dadsHave you ever seen this quote floating around the internet? “Impossible only means you haven’t found the solution yet.”
Dow drops 7.8% as free-fall in oil, virus fears slam marketsVIDEO: In a market that hates uncertainty, the fear of the Coronavirus is fever pitched, sending stock markets plummeting and investors running for the hills.
Businesses tee up for large crowds for Players Championship weekThe Players Championship is expected to once again have a major impact on businesses in the area.
Don’t fall prey to the money mule scamScammers are using people to move stolen money without them knowing, and the victims can face up to 30 years in prison and up to a $1 million fine.
9 inexpensive ideas for your spring break staycationSpring break is right around the corner, and you may be dreaming of a fun family vacation -- but what if a full-fledged vacation is not in the cards or the budget?
Consumer Reports: The return of dangerous magnetsTiny super-strong rare-earth magnets sold as toys were banned several years ago, but now some are back on the market, landing kids in emergency rooms.
Will these restaurant chains close before the end of the year?A lot of restaurant chains are having trouble attracting customers, and one website has come out with a list of restaurants that may not make it through the end of the ye...
Amazon deleted 1 million items for price gouging or false advertising about coronavirusAmazon says it has pulled more than 1 million products for price gouging or falsely advertising effectiveness against the coronavirus.
Will these restaurant chains close before the end of the year?VIDEO: Finance.alot.com has come out with a list of restaurants that might not make it through the end of the year.
How do top tax preparation softwares stack up against each other?The clock's winding down on tax season, and for those who might have procrastinated, we're here to fill you in on your options, so you can decide for yourself which tax p...
Everything you need to know about filing a tax extensionThe deadline to file your tax return, April 15, is quickly approaching, meaning you have a couple more weeks to do so. Have you filed your federal return yet?
Job fair Thursday in Jacksonville for veterans, military spousesDAV and RecruitMilitary will host the Jacksonville Veterans Job Fair on Thursday from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at TIAA Bank Field
10 celebrities busted for tax issuesThese 10 celebrities found out the hard way not to mess with the IRS.
What’s the catch when it comes to a ‘free’ tax prep site?When it comes to filing your taxes, especially online, you have what can feel like a million options. But when a site says "free," is it really free?
What exactly is ‘jock tax?’Tax season is busier than usual for professional athletes and the people they put in charge of their taxes.
That time when Willie Nelson made album just to pay IRS debtWillie Nelson owed millions in taxes, so the IRS came up with an idea to help.
From Homer Simpson to Al Bundy, how TV has had fun with tax seasonTax season can be a reason to laugh, as these famous TV episodes showed.
Beware of these scams during tax seasonHere are some scams to look out for and avoid during tax season.
Taxes: Answers to FAQs about dependents, exemptionsEven if we think we have some knowledge about anything tax-related, it can be a stressful time. And it's certainly not a time when you want to play a guessing game.
Taxes: Answers to top FAQs about Social Security incomeEven for those of us who think we have some knowledge about anything tax related, it can be a stressful time. And it's certainly not a time when you want to play a guessi...
Are you one of the many asking, ‘When will I get my tax refund?’If you're one of the many people expecting a refund from the government this tax season, hooray!
How to turn that extra space in your closet into cashAn Airbnb-like service called Neighbor lets renters and homeowners rent out extra space in a home for people to store their belongings -- and they get paid every month.
FTC warns about scammers sending fake package tracking messagesThe Federal Trade Commission warns that scammers are taking advantage of tracking messages to steal information.
Jacksonville launches crime-fighting program for hotelsA new crime and safety initiative focused on the hotels in Jacksonville launched Friday in collaboration with city and state tourism officials.
Waiting for a tax refund? Here’s when you can expect to get itOnce you’ve finally got your taxes filed, we’re willing to bet your first question is: When will I get my money?
Want to protect your identity? Consider a fraud alert or credit freezeIf you are looking for ways to protect your identity there are two options to consider: Fraud alerts and credit freezes.
Party’s over: Helium shortage hastens end for one local businessParty Shop off Southside Boulevard is closing its doors next month after seeing a decline in sales due several factors, including a global helium shortage.
Feeling the sting: Dying honey bees threaten food supplyHoney bees play a big role in the world's food supply, but their population keeps shrinking. This makes it harder for crops to get pollinated which makes it more expensiv...
Office romances aren’t all bad, but they come with costly risksRomances in the office is an issue that couples, employers and human resource directors need to take very seriously.
4 changes to nutrition labels that could improve your healthAccording to Consumer Reports’ nutrition experts, at least four of the changes to newly approved food labels are key to improving your health.
Money Matters: College Investigations for Foreign Funding Checking on MONEY MATTERS this morning -- Mushrooms are the new hot item in the produce aisle. And the government is investigating some of the nation's most pres...
