If you’re in Alaska and need help, you’re not alone.The state’s economy is recovering but its finances are strained.Alaska’s unemployment rate is 4.2%, compared to the national rate of 7.1%.The state’s unemployment insurance program has been struggling for years, and in 2018 it ended up paying out $6.5 million more than it was promised.The state…
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How to invest in a startup: How to save money with Qualified Opportunity Fund
A startup startup’s growth depends on whether its investors and potential customers are willing to pay a premium for the company’s unique product or service.As investors and their customers increasingly look to acquire startups for their portfolios, they’re increasingly finding a wide range of startups that have lower fees and lower overhead than their competitors.Here’s…
How to help a woman who has a stroke and has a hero fund
The American Conservatives is proud to announce that we have just announced the launch of the Women’s Hero Fund, a new fundraising tool to help women who have suffered a stroke.The fund will be administered by The American Society for Heart and Vascular Surgery (ASVSS), and is available for women who are either experiencing an…
Bail out of Ireland’s bond markets
Finance Minister Michael Noonan said today that he has instructed a panel of experts to review the viability of a number of key bond markets.The review will examine the impact of new market conditions on yields and rates.Mr Noonan also said the panel will examine whether there are other markets with similar or worse fundamentals…