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4 Corporate Paths to a Debt-Free College Degree

  Amid rising tuition costs, these companies offer more than just employment; they provide a pathway to achieving your educational goals without the burden of student loans. Here's how: Starbucks Barista ...

How the Golden State Advantage Card Helps Families

The Golden State Advantage (GSA) card is an electronic benefits card designed to assist millions of families with household expenses. It functions like a debit or credit card and is used to access food assistance benefits,...

Denver Workers to Get $1.42 Raise as Minimum Wage Increases in 2026

Starting January 1, 2026, workers in Denver, Colorado, will see one of the highest minimum wages in the country. The city confirmed the new rate will be $19.29 per hour, up from $17.87 in 2025. This $1....

The Universal Basic Income Proposal Will Shock You

WASHINGTON - Universal basic income (UBI) is a government program in which every adult citizen receives a set amount of money regularly. The goals of a basic income system are to alleviate poverty and replace other need-based...

$2.2 Billion in Tax Relief on the Way for Nearly 3 Million New Yorkers

The STAR program is delivering another round of property tax relief across New York, with nearly $2.2 billion earmarked for close to 3 million homeowners. In Phase 1, benefits went out to eligible...

Important Bills Piling Up? Tips for Finding the Money You Need

Even before the pandemic, many people struggled to pay necessary bills, such as housing rental or mortgage costs, utilities and automobile insurance. Their incomes weren't high enough to keep up with inflation o...

Utility & Energy Bill Assistance Through Your March 19 Social Security Check

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed that on March 19, 2025, thousands of retirees and beneficiaries will receive their monthly Social Security payment—some receiving up to $5...

10 States Where You Can Save for a Home Down Payment Faster in 2025–2026

Saving for a house feels impossible in some states, but much more doable in others. A new ConsumerAffairs study looked at how long it takes to save a 10% down payment in every state, comparing media...

Veterans Could Receive More Than $120,000 With VA Housing Grants in September 2025

For veterans living with service-connected disabilities, the home should be a place of safety and independence, but sometimes, major modifications are needed to make that possible. The Depar...