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Project RELIEF: Springfield’s Lifeline for Struggling Utility Customers

City Water, Light, and Power (CWLP) customers in the Springfield area have a critical lifeline available next month with the Project RELIEF program. Designed to help residents avoid utility shut-offs...

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 ...

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...

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 ...

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...

Unemployment Benefits Could Change for Fired / All Employees

Find Your Updated Unemployment Benefits by clicking here. You may be eligible to receive the newest $1400 Stimulus Check! In recent memory, there hasn't been anything in the American mainstream so inherently div...

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...

Seniors, Cut Your Energy Bills: Here’s the Program You Need

Are you a senior looking for ways to reduce your monthly expenses? One area where you can save big is energy bills, and the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is here to help. This program is designed to...

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 ...