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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...
The Ultimate Guide to Tax-Free Retirement: States That Don't Tax Social Security Income
Retirement planning can feel like navigating a complex labyrinth, but one key aspect to consider is how your Social Security income will be taxed, depending on where you live. To si...
Home Improvement Grants and Rental Assistance for Low-Income Americans
The USDA offers single-family home repair grants. Grants can be competitive. When you are ready to apply for a grant, you will need to provide evidence of wages or self-employed income statements, bank acc...
Where Federal CARES Act Falls Short, Grant Programs Step Up to Help
Everyone has had to dig deep as a result of the current COVID-19 pandemic. It is clear that despite most states starting to reopen in earnest, the economy is going to take much longer to fully recover. ...
Scholarships & Grants for College and Graduate School
Grants and scholarships for furthering your education share one common characteristic: the money you get is not to be paid back. The harsh economic realities in the contemporary world present many students aspiring to impr...
Navigating Florida SNAP Recertification: A Guide to Ensure No Benefits Are Lost
Families with low incomes in the United States often rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to help them put food on the table. However, it is crucial for recipients to b...
If You Live in One of These States, You May Qualify for a College Grant
College costs have skyrocketed over the years, and many find that they simply cannot afford it. Even after applying for FAFSA and private scholarships, students are left with a choice: carry a huge debt b...
Education Grants For The Unemployed
Finding yourself unemployed can be quite irritating. It could be depressing having to wake up each day and wonder just how you are going to survive through to the next day. Thankfully, there is great news if you are interested in getting ba...
Top National and State Grants to Grow Your Small Business for 2020
Small business grants are like "free money." You don't have to think about interest rates and paying the loan back every month in installment payments. The only caveat is that there are specific ...