Fiscal policy

San Diego Area Selected as Pilot Market for American Dream 2021: Showcase of Smart Homes

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Market, Electric vehicles, Fiscal policy, Keynesian economics

The virtual home buying event is limited to selected markets in the United States--admission is free to consumers.

Key Points: 
  • The virtual home buying event is limited to selected markets in the United States--admission is free to consumers.
  • Free stimulus incentives apply to all contracts executed from January 27-April 15, 2021 for registered home buyers.
  • WHEN: American Dream 2021 Pilot Program will include free stimulus incentives on fully executed purchase contracts betweenJanuary 27- April 15, 2021.
  • WHERE: American Dream 2021 is limited to home purchases in selected pilot cities available on houseX.com.

Los Angeles/Riverside Selected as Pilot Market for American Dream 2021: Showcase of Smart Homes

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Market, Electric vehicles, Fiscal policy, Keynesian economics

The virtual home buying event is limited to selected markets in the United States--admission is free to consumers.

Key Points: 
  • The virtual home buying event is limited to selected markets in the United States--admission is free to consumers.
  • Free stimulus incentives apply to all contracts executed from January 27-April 15, 2021 for registered home buyers.
  • WHEN: American Dream 2021 Pilot Program will include free stimulus incentives on fully executed purchase contracts betweenJanuary 27- April 15, 2021.
  • WHERE: American Dream 2021 is limited to home purchases in selected pilot cities available on houseX.com.

Dallas/Fort Worth Selected as Pilot Market for American Dream 2021: Showcase of Smart Homes

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Market, Electric vehicles, Fiscal policy, Keynesian economics

The virtual home buying event is limited to selected markets in the United States--admission is free to consumers.

Key Points: 
  • The virtual home buying event is limited to selected markets in the United States--admission is free to consumers.
  • Free stimulus incentives apply to all contracts executed from January 27-April 15, 2021 for registered home buyers.
  • WHEN: American Dream 2021 Pilot Program will include free stimulus incentives on fully executed purchase contracts betweenJanuary 27- April 15, 2021.
  • WHERE: American Dream 2021 is limited to home purchases in selected pilot cities available on houseX.com.

Sacramento Selected as Pilot City for American Dream 2021: Showcase of Smart Homes

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Market, Electric vehicles, Fiscal policy, Keynesian economics

The virtual home buying event is limited to selected markets in the United States--admission is free to consumers.

Key Points: 
  • The virtual home buying event is limited to selected markets in the United States--admission is free to consumers.
  • Free stimulus incentives apply to all contracts executed from January 27-April 15, 2021 for registered home buyers.
  • WHEN: American Dream 2021 Pilot Program will include free stimulus incentives on fully executed purchase contracts betweenJanuary 27- April 15, 2021.
  • WHERE: American Dream 2021 is limited to home purchases in selected pilot cities available on houseX.com.

Atlanta Selected as Pilot City for American Dream 2021: Showcase of Smart Homes

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Market, Electric vehicles, Fiscal policy, Keynesian economics

The virtual home buying event is limited to selected markets in the United States--admission is free to consumers.

Key Points: 
  • The virtual home buying event is limited to selected markets in the United States--admission is free to consumers.
  • Free stimulus incentives apply to all contracts executed from January 27-April 15, 2021 for registered home buyers.
  • WHEN: American Dream 2021 Pilot Program will include free stimulus incentives on fully executed purchase contracts betweenJanuary 27- April 15, 2021.
  • WHERE: American Dream 2021 is limited to home purchases in selected pilot cities available on houseX.com.

Charleston Selected as Pilot Market for American Dream 2021: Showcase of Smart Homes

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Market, Electric vehicles, Fiscal policy, Keynesian economics

The virtual home buying event is limited to selected markets in the United States--admission is free to consumers.

Key Points: 
  • The virtual home buying event is limited to selected markets in the United States--admission is free to consumers.
  • Free stimulus incentives apply to all contracts executed from January 27-April 15, 2021 for registered home buyers.
  • WHEN: American Dream 2021 Pilot Program will include free stimulus incentives on fully executed purchase contracts betweenJanuary 27- April 15, 2021.
  • WHERE: American Dream 2021 is limited to home purchases in selected pilot cities available on houseX.com.

BBVA Research publishes its first quarter U.S. Economic Outlook

Retrieved on: 
Monday, January 25, 2021
Keynesian economics, Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, IBEX 35, Fiscal policy, Joe Biden, Stimulus, BBVA México, Companies, Banks, Government

The report, published by the BBVA Research team headed by BBVA Chief Economist Nathaniel Karp , continues to highlight the ongoing economic impact of the pandemic, as well as the recent election.

Key Points: 
  • The report, published by the BBVA Research team headed by BBVA Chief Economist Nathaniel Karp , continues to highlight the ongoing economic impact of the pandemic, as well as the recent election.
  • Women in the workforce also remain hard-hit by the impact of the pandemic, according to the economic outlook.
  • The BBVA Research publication further delves into the new fiscal stimulus package proposed by the Biden Administration, the economic impact of additional components of its agenda, and inflation.
  • The Economic Research team also follows a variety of issues that affect the Sunbelt states where BBVA USA operates.

Majority of Americans Plan to Spend Stimulus Check on Household Bills, but $600 Won’t Go Very Far

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Professional services, Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Finance, Banking, Internet, Fiscal policy, Keynesian economics, Stimulus, Public policy, Economic policy, Policy, CARES Act

doxo , the innovative web and mobile bill pay service, today released new doxoINSIGHTS survey data that looks at consumer sentiment toward the U.S. governments $600 stimulus checks.

Key Points: 
  • doxo , the innovative web and mobile bill pay service, today released new doxoINSIGHTS survey data that looks at consumer sentiment toward the U.S. governments $600 stimulus checks.
  • With more than half of all Americans believing that they will receive a stimulus check, the latest doxoINSIGHTS survey shows that the majority of Americans (59%) plan to use the money to pay household bills, with utilities; cable/internet; rent; mortgage; and mobile phone bills topping the list.
  • While 90% of consumers believe the funds will help their financial health in the new year, recently released data from doxos 2020 US Bill Pay Market Size & Category Breakout report revealed how much consumers pay per bill each month, suggesting that the $600 checks wont last very long.
  • Key findings from the doxoINSIGHTS $600 Stimulus Check Impact Report include:
    While more than half of all Americans believe they will receive a stimulus check, many are unsure:
    While the vast majority of Americans believe that the stimulus checks will help improve their own financial health, they are less optimistic about the greater picture:
    41% of consumers believe it will still take more than a year for their financial health to return to pre-pandemic levels; 5% believe they will never recover
    68% of consumers believe it will take the economy over a year to recover; 7% believe it will never recover
    The majority of Americans plan to use their stimulus check as soon as they receive it:
    For those who plan to use their stimulus check to pay household bills, below are the top five bills they plan on paying:
    According to doxos recent 2020 Bill Pay Market Size and Category Breakout Report , and taking into consideration the $600 amount, this is how far the check will go, per the 11 primary bill pay categories:

Despite strong investment gains, health of largest U.S. corporate pension plans showed no improvement in 2020

Retrieved on: 
Monday, January 4, 2021
Money, Monetary policy, Finance, Pension, Personal finance, Economy, Interest rate, Investment, Fiscal policy, Economic policy of the Donald Trump administration, Pensions crisis

Continued declines in interest rates have significantly increased liabilities, leaving plans funded status levels stuck in neutral for the past three years despite stellar investment performance and significant contributions.

Key Points: 
  • Continued declines in interest rates have significantly increased liabilities, leaving plans funded status levels stuck in neutral for the past three years despite stellar investment performance and significant contributions.
  • According to the analysis, pension plan assets increased in 2020 from $1.52 trillion at the end of 2019 to an estimated $1.60 trillion at the end of 2020.
  • Overall investment returns are estimated to have averaged 12.9% in 2020, although returns varied significantly by asset class.
  • Over the past several years, declining interest rates have erased the gains from strong investment performance, said Monica Martin, senior director, Retirement, Willis Towers Watson.

H&R Block Customers: Unsure Where Your Stimulus Money Is? We’re Here to Help

Retrieved on: 
Monday, January 4, 2021
H&R Block, Payment, Articles, Business, Great Recession in the United States, Economy, Fiscal policy, Keynesian economics

As people search for answers about their second stimulus payment, H&R Block has tools and live expert help to assist its customers.

Key Points: 
  • As people search for answers about their second stimulus payment, H&R Block has tools and live expert help to assist its customers.
  • The second stimulus payment will provide much-needed relief to people, said Tony Bowen, H&R Block Chief Financial Officer.
  • Information to help track a stimulus check includes:
    Many second stimulus payments were deposited on Emerald Cards.
  • To estimate a second stimulus payment, visit hrblock.com/stimulus and for additional second stimulus details and frequently asked questions visit the H&R Block Coronavirus Resource Hub at hrblock.com/tax-center/coronavirus-tax-impact .