
Some of you really want to shake down the IRS for your return and for good reasons. We try to tackle the question -- where is my return? And if you want to call the IRS, you can try 1-800-919-9835.
Sep 19, 2021
4 min

One woman asked us to help track down her third stimulus payment. She said despite the IRS tracker showing she's eligible, she has yet to receive a check. We look at the reasons why there may be a delay and who to call or write to track it down. Most people should have done nothing to receive their stimulus money.
https://www.ksdk.com/article/money/money-wheres-my-third-stimulus-check/63-96e46059-4ab3-4d53-b5f4-2237a72f297d
Sep 12, 2021
3 min

Partial retirements are all the rage! They're exactly what they sound like (working less, but still working some.) Apparently, it's what the cool kids are doing in their early 60s, though there are a lot of things to consider--like healthcare. We talk to Jeff Sachs of Sachs Financial with his list of 5 things you should consider before taking on a partial retirement.
Sep 5, 2021
6 min

If you're living in a state where federal unemployment benefits have been taken away early, take a cue from some Facebook strangers in Missouri. They rallied support from a labor activist group, Missouri Jobs with Justice, that is now suing the state to reinstate federal unemployment. Their questions -- why leave money on the table when other states are getting these benefits? Will backpay be considered? How can the governor interfere with federal aid? The group goes to court August 30, 2021. This interview is with Richard von Glahn, the policy director with Missouri Jobs with Justice.
Aug 29, 2021
14 min

More people say they need the state of Missouri to reinstate the federal unemployment benefits, and they believe it's their right. Several states have now sued to reinstate benefits claiming states have a duty to provide federal aid to people. The search is on for an attorney who will take the case.
Aug 8, 2021
3 min

At least 8 million stimulus debit cards are being sent out by the IRS and Treasury, and it's catching many people by surprise.
Jan 16, 2021
2 min

Bruce says: I moved in October. How do I let the IRS know my new address?
Jan 12, 2021
3 min

Many mixed-immigrant households got the cold shoulder during the first stimulus -- even American citizens who normally would have qualified for a stimulus ended up being disqualified because of their spouse's immigration status. This time around, it should be different for those with ITIN numbers.
Jan 8, 2021
2 min

Ryan writes: Somehow my bank account number changed for my second stimulus. After hours of waiting on hold with the IRS, I got an answer. Apparently, this happened to a lot of people by error.
Jan 7, 2021
2 min

Working Washington is a workers group that fights to raise wages and improve labor standards, and it's had some big wins in Washington state, including the $15 minimum wage increase. Now the group has four wishes for the Employment Security Department as thousands of residents are waiting on unemployment benefits.
Dec 9, 2020
19 min
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