The sun rises behind the US Capitol on October 18. Aaron Schwartz/Reuters/File New York —

The government shutdown has impacted many Americans’ daily lives beyond the political tussle.

Federal workers are getting laid off by the thousands . Local businesses, whether they’re in Washington, DC, proper or outside the nation’s national parks , are struggling to fill seats. People are unable to move into their new homes because federally-backed housing loans are halted.

That can have a big impact on one’s wallet, whether it’s your personal finances without a steady paycheck or keeping your business afloat. We’re asking readers: How has the government shutdown affected your day-to-day finances?

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