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Connecticut Reopens Student Loan Reimbursement Program (Up to $20,000 Available!)

Starting this Friday, thousands of Connecticut residents with student debt can apply for the revamped Student Loan Reimbursement Program, offering up to $20,000 over four years. The program, ...

California Utility Assistance Programs for Low-Income Households (CARE, FERA, ESA)

If you're a California resident struggling with high energy bills, there are several income-qualified assistance programs that can help, even beyond those run by the California Departm...

Still Missing Your $1,400 Stimulus? Here’s How to Find Out If You Qualify

Millions of Americans have already received their $1,400 stimulus checks, but some may still be wondering where their payment is or if they even qualify. If you haven’t received yours, there&...

April 2025 Stimulus Payments: Unclaimed Relief Funds and State-Specific Payouts You Should Know About

With rising prices and financial uncertainty still affecting millions of Americans, every dollar counts. Yet, more than a million taxpayers have unknowingly left money on ...

Maximizing Your Social Security Benefits: A Guide

Social Security benefits are a critical source of financial assistance for millions of Americans in retirement. The Social Security Administration uses a formula based on your lifetime earnings to determine your benefit amou...

Understanding SSDI: Who Qualifies, How to Apply, and More

Claiming Social Security Disability Insurance won't be a huge hassle if you have the right information. In 2016, around 10.2 million Americans received disability benefits with an average monthly paymen...

Getting Help from Governmental Programs

Everyone needs help sometimes. Below you'll find tips on getting help to cover groceries, getting financial support to pay your heating and cooling bills, and getting assistance with your medical needs.   TANF: Don't ...

Social Security Benefits Increase in Response to Higher Cost of Living

  As the cost of living continues to rise, millions of Social Security recipients in the United States can look forward to an increase in their benefit payments this month. The Social Security Adm...

Automatic Stimulus Checks this 2025: See If You Qualify for $400 or $1,702 (No Application Needed!)

In 2025, two state-level programs are offering much-needed financial relief to millions of Americans. These stimulus payments, which require no paperwork or application, aim...