Caring for the caregivers during the COVID-19 crisis

Ian Wilson is on the front lines. He's an ER nurse, a ''visiting nurse'' as they're called from Ohio, on the job here in Southern California. He's working 12 to 13 hour days, as is his ER nurse girlfriend Michelle. 

Victorville gym reopens despite state’s lockdown orders

A SoCal gym owner thinks it's a mistake for Governor Gavin Newsom to close all gyms. He says gyms are an 'essential business.'

Billionaires got $283B richer during coronavirus: Study

U.S. billionaire wealth collectively increased by $238 billion, a 10 percent gain, from March 18 to April 10 when more than 22 million Americans lost their jobs, according to a study by the Institute for Policy Studies, a progressive think-tank.

More restaurants could start taking SNAP benefits

With millions of Americans filing for unemployment and food banks struggling to keep up with COVID-19-induced demand, more restaurants may soon be able to allow supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) recipients to use their benefits to purchase meals.

Payment Protection Program loans may come with too many stipulations

The second round of federal stimulus money for small businesses is about to be doled out but when businesses do get that money to try to stay afloat, they run into a host of other problems. In our look at bringing back business, Sandra Endo explains how the PPP loan may come with too many stipulations.

Debt-to-income ratio affects student loan refinancing — here’s how

If you want to refinance your student loan debt, it’s a good idea to calculate and understand your debt-to-income ratio before you apply.

Job Finder: Text to find and apply to jobs at Walmart, Lowe’s

Unemployment numbers are at an all-time high due to coronavirus. But Walmart and Lowe's are looking for essential employees, and it’s so easy, you can apply right from your phone – by text!

Do you need mortgage insurance?

Mortgage insurance can offer protection for your lender but it isn't always necessary.

Beverly Hills City Council votes to allow plastic surgeries amid coronavirus concerns

The Beverly Hills City Council, with a 4-1 majority, voted to repeal the moratorium on elective and cosmetic surgeries, allowing plastic surgeons to reopen their doors immediately. 

The basics of no-closing cost mortgage refinancing

So-called “no-cost” mortgage refinancing deals are a good deal for some consumers – but you’re paying the closing costs either way.