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Financial Discipline and Money Management: Keys to Keeping Expenses Low
Financial discipline involves creating a budget and sticking to it, monitoring expenses, tracking spending patterns, and setting goals for making changes in spending habits. It also means being smart ...
Facing Housing Trouble? This $42M Program Supports Veterans With Legal Aid
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is expanding its efforts to fight veteran homelessness with a powerful tool: $42 million in grants through the Legal Services for Veterans (LSV) Grant Progr...
Buckle Up for LIHEAP: Your Guide to Energy Assistance in Champaign County
As the cool weather approaches, Champaign County residents have a valuable opportunity to get help with their energy bills. The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is gearing up to pro...
A Simple Guide to Applying for Home Renovation Grants and Rebates
Are you looking to upgrade your home but worried about the costs? Fortunately, various government programs can help you finance those renovations through grants and rebates. Related: Short on Home Re...
Utility Bill Relief Through the Upcoming April TANF Cash Assistance
As inflation and rising prices continue to put pressure on household budgets, many families are struggling to keep up with utility bills, rent, and daily expenses. During these difficult times, the Te...
The Pros and Cons of Claiming Social Security Benefits at Different Ages
Deciding when to start taking Social Security benefits is a complex decision with many factors to weigh. While delaying until age 70 provides the largest monthly check, claiming early at age ...
Will Social Security Payments Change Under Trump?
Donald Trump is back in the White House, and many retirees are asking: will my Social Security payments change? The answer is simple—your payments will stay on the same schedule, regardless of the administration. &nb...
Assistance Programs to Help Your Family with Utility Expenses
Are you struggling to keep up with your utility expenses? Don't worry, there are several assistance programs available to help US citizens like you. These programs can provide relief in areas suc...
Sky-High Housing Prices in the U.S.: What They Mean for First-Time Buyers and Where to Get Help
Imagine dreaming of your first home, only to find out that it's never been harder to afford. That’s the reality many Americans are facing today, as home prices in the ...