Author: Russ Wiles, Arizona Republic

With money decisions, it’s easy to get thwarted by inaction. How do you handle uncertainty? Here are some investment examples to consider.

The economic downturn since the coronavirus pandemic has been odd in so many ways. Why shouldn’t it expose some economic myths and misconceptions?

As of April 17, the original filing deadline, the IRS had processed 24 million fewer returns than it had last year, the Taxpayer Advocate Service said

Negative interest rates

From unemployment benefits to stimulus checks to withdrawals from retirement accounts, coronavirus relief measures could hit your taxes next year.

Given the coronavirus pandemic and resulting economic fallout, it might be wise to focus on a company’s stability rather than its stock.

The CARES Act included provisions that will help with mortgage payments, credit scores and changes for 401(k) loans, if your company agrees

Seniors and pre-retirees can take advantage of flexible and lenient new rules on retirement accounts, but in many other ways, things could get tougher.

The government has introduced several temporary changes that could help people shore up their finances and manage their retirement accounts.

Many people invest rationally most of the time, until the stock market starts falling. Follow these recommendations to keep downturns in perspective.