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$6,500 Housing Bonus Available—Who Qualifies and How to Apply?

The state of Illinois has launched a $6,500 financial assistance program to support families without stable housing. This one-time rental bonus is aimed at helping families secure stable housing amid rising r...

Louisiana Taxpayers: $16.9M in Refunds Must Be Claimed by Sept. 6

Thousands of Louisiana taxpayers may lose direct access to nearly $17 million in refunds this fall — unless they act fast. The Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR) has issued notices to 17,976 individ...

How This Couple Retired at 63 with $1.5 Million: Key Lessons for Financial Independence

John and Linda Thompson's journey to retiring at 63 with $1.5 million in savings is a testament to the power of disciplined financial planning and long-term vision. The couple start...

Where Federal CARES Act Falls Short, Grant Programs Step Up to Help

Everyone has had to dig deep as a result of the current COVID-19 pandemic. It is clear that despite most states starting to reopen in earnest, the economy is going to take much longer to fully recover. ...

Student Loan Reform: Tips to Prepare Your Finances for Potential Outcomes

While debates about student loan forgiveness and other topics continue to make headlines, borrowers desperately hoping for financial relief and system reform have nothing better to do than wait to see...

A State-by-State Guide on Essential Government Aid and Support Programs for Disaster Recovery

Disasters can happen when we least expect them—hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and other emergencies can turn our lives upside down in an instant. When you're facing such...

Your October Schedule for Social Security Benefit Payments

As we step into October, it's time to mark your calendars for the upcoming Social Security benefit payments! If you rely on Social Security, knowing the payment dates can help you plan your finances more effect...

$70 Million in Stimulus Grants to Help Chicago

Just last week a $2.2 trillion stimulus package was pushed through Congress and signed by the President, in order to provide relief for workers and businesses during these times of economic recession. Though while that seems ...

Car Insurance Is Necessary, But Which Policy Should You Go With?

Driving is an important part of most people's day to day lives as it plays an indispensable role in their ability to travel, get to work, and make purchases. Unfortunately, accidents involving cars are very c...