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Is 'sell in May' in the coronavirus era a smart strategy?

Sell in May and go away! It is one of the most common maxims in the investing world, but it may not necessarily hold true this time around as investors face one of the most significant public-health crises in history.

4 Crucial Actions Your Business Must Take Before a Temporary Closure

Many small businesses are vulnerable to economic uncertainty. The Blueprint covers 4 steps you should take before temporarily closing your business.

Treasury: Checks sent to dead people should be returned

If you received a relief check for a deceased relative, you should think twice before spending that money.

Experts: Economy will be stuck in neutral till schools open

This week, U.S. politicians began pushing to reopen schools as a crucial next phase in getting the economy back to work amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

Trump sends millions of Americans signed letter explaining stimulus checks

Millions of Americans will be getting letters from the president in an envelope sent by the IRS. The letter is meant to inform stimulus check recipients of how much they'll be receiving, but has instead drawn criticism. CBS MoneyWatch contributor Aimee Picchi joins CBSN with more.

7 tips for retirees to help ride out market turmoil

When stock portfolios take a beating, it's nice to know there are some income sources and saving and investing strategies that you can still count on.

A Small Business Guide to Program Management

Managing a program is a lot more complicated and involved than simply managing a project. This guide will help you understand what’s involved and how to succeed.

$500B lending plan won't require companies to save jobs, limit execs' pay

Critics say the program, set up jointly by the Federal Reserve and Treasury Department, could allow large companies that take the federal help to reward shareholders and executives without saving any jobs.

How unemployment benefits are calculated

Over 30 million Americans lost their jobs in March and April of 2020. And with the economy on hold, securing another steady paycheck may take some time. That's where unemployment insurance benefits can help. The amount of money you get will largely be influenced by your home state. Check with your local labor board for exact details. Watch this video to see a case study of how unemployment benefits are calculated.