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Clarity on COVID-19 stimulus checks, how much you could get

Clarity on COVID-19 stimulus checks, how much you could get

COLUMBUS (WCMH) — While the COVID-19 pandemic takes a toll on the economy, many Americans are poised to receive government relief. A $2 trillion stimulus package signed by President Donald Trump Friday will give many Americans a direct cash payment. Additionally, there are more unemployment benefits and other help for individuals and businesses. How much money will the stimulus checks provide? A number of variables will affect the amount of money each person will receive from

Stimulus check: Calculate how much money you could get

Stimulus check: Calculate how much money you could get

You might have some extra money coming from the U.S. government this spring. The U.S. Senate approved a sweeping $2 trillion stimulus package that aims to help people affected by the coronavirus pandemic. People who are still working, those who are unemployed, those who are self-employed and contractors would all benefit. Businesses also stand to get financial assistance to avoid closing down or laying off employees because of the economic effect of the pandemic. The legislat

US tax filing deadline moved to July 15, Mnuchin says

US tax filing deadline moved to July 15, Mnuchin says

Americans will have an additional three months to file their taxes amid the coronavirus pandemic, the US treasury secretary said on Friday. "We are moving Tax Day from April 15 to July 15," Secretary Steven Mnuchin tweeted. "All taxpayers and businesses will have this additional time to file and make payments without interest or penalties." He said he was acting at President Donald Trump's direction. The White House had announced previously they were deferring tax payments fo