NPR News: Elizabeth White: How Have This Century's Financial Crises Affected Older Adults?

Elizabeth White: How Have This Century's Financial Crises Affected Older Adults?
At age 55, Elizabeth White lost her job--and her entire safety net--in the 2008 recession. Her story isn't uncommon. White says, now more older adults are pushed out of their jobs and into poverty.

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NPR News: Have You Skipped Rent Or Mortgage Payments During the Pandemic?

Have You Skipped Rent Or Mortgage Payments During the Pandemic?
NPR wants to hear from you if you have lost income and needed a mortgage forbearance or if you tried to get help from your landlord.

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NPR News: Advice On Managing Student Loan Payments During The Pandemic

Advice On Managing Student Loan Payments During The Pandemic
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Paco de Leon about how to handle student loan payments during the pandemic.

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NPR News: Education Dept. Extends Student Loan Payment Freeze Through January

Education Dept. Extends Student Loan Payment Freeze Through January
Congress hit pause on federal student loan payments in the CARES Act. The latest extension of this relief will last until after President-elect Joe Biden takes office.

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NPR News: Think Your Health Care Costs Are Covered? Beware The 'Junk' Insurance Plan

Think Your Health Care Costs Are Covered? Beware The 'Junk' Insurance Plan
Whether you're looking for coverage online or through a broker, be sure to note the difference between a comprehensive health plan and a "junk" plan with limited benefits and coverage restrictions.

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NPR News: Hey, COVID-19 Long-Haulers: Take Care In Shopping For Health Insurance

Hey, COVID-19 Long-Haulers: Take Care In Shopping For Health Insurance
Anyone with lingering effects of COVID-19 should be extra careful in picking a 2021 health plan, specialists say. You now have a "pre-existing condition" that could increase medical expenses in 2021.

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NPR News: Millions Face Bitter Winter If Congress Fails To Extend Relief Programs

Millions Face Bitter Winter If Congress Fails To Extend Relief Programs
A bipartisan group of Senators is proposing a nearly $908 billion compromise relief bill with millions of Americans about to fall off a cliff when benefits expire this month.

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