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A Guide to Maximizing the New and Improved FAFSA Process

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) just got a major upgrade, and students should take full advantage. The revamped FAFSA for the 2024-2025 school year expands access to financial aid and simplif...

Funding Your Climate Change Solution: Grants Available for Innovative Technology

Climate change is one of the most pressing issues facing our world today. But with the right technology and innovation, we can make major strides in mitigating and adapting to its impacts. ...

Is $3 Million Enough to Retire at 65? Here's A Comprehensive Look

With increasing life expectancies and rising living costs, planning for retirement has become more crucial than ever. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the average life expectancy in the United States is ...

Auto Costs Are Increasing: Save Money with These Important Tips

On Wednesday, May 5, the U.S. Federal Reserve raised an important interest rate to a level not seen in more than 20 years because of record-setting inflation impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain ...

Grant Funds Help Fill Knowledge Gaps in Coronavirus Research

Coronavirus funding has been hit or miss with funds available whenever an animal virus that infects humans flares up. Funds are not available and researchers totally lose interest when the public health crisis...

$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...

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...

Does Car Insurance Cover Flood Damage After Hurricane Helene?

When Hurricane Helene tore through Florida’s Big Bend region, it left many residents with a trail of destruction to face. From South Carolina and Georgia to North Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee, familie...

RIFs, VERA, and VSIP in 2025: What Happens to Your TSP, FEHB, and Pension in a Federal RIF?

As 2025 continues, many federal employees face uncertainty due to agency restructuring, early retirement offers, and potential Reductions in Force (RIFs). Understanding your rights,...