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Housing Market in Limbo: How the Government Shutdown Impacts Mortgages, Flood Insurance, and Homebuyers

The 2025 government shutdown is rippling through the U.S. housing market, causing uncertainty for homebuyers, sellers, and builders. While the short-term effects may be ...

A Quick Guide on Personal Grants Application Requirements

Personal grants are financial aids given by the government or non-profits to individuals for various needs. They differ from loans because the granter doesn't expect you to refund or pay interest once you qualify. How...

You Won't Believe These 2023 Grant Opportunities! See if You Qualify

Grants are an invaluable resource for those struggling to make ends meet and provide for their family. A wide range of grants is available from the federal government, state governments, private organiza...

Will Social Security Still Provide That Safety Net When It's Your Time to Collect?

The future of Social Security is a topic that's been hashed over for decades now, and still, many folks wonder about the "security" of these benefits. It is seen as the largest fe...

2025 Social Security COLA Increase: Who Will Receive Their Social Security Payment on February 26th?

Social Security beneficiaries across the United States will see an increase in their payments in 2025 thanks to the 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). This annual adjus...

When Will You Get Your SSDI in May 2025? See the Full Payment Schedule

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a vital source of income for millions of Americans who can no longer work due to a qualifying medical condition. This federal benefit functions much like a...

Could Your 401(k) Soon Include Real Estate, Crypto, and Private Investments? Here’s What It Means for Americans

A potential policy shift could soon change the way millions of Americans save for retirement, by allowing alternative assets like real estate projects, priva...

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...

Social Security's Untold Immigration Issue: Not Enough Immigration

Social Security is a topic that has been of great concern to retirees, primarily due to factors such as inflation and potential benefit cuts. However, a recent survey by the Nationwide Retirement Instit...