Federal officials recently shared some concerning news. The number of people without homes in the United States went up a lot – by 12%. This happened because rents went higher, and the help people got during the coronavirus pandemic became less. In January this year, about 653,000 people didn’t have a home. This is the … Read more
January SNAP disbursements to span from Jan. 2 to Jan. 6, with amounts varying based on household size Montana’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is set to initiate its January payments, offering support to eligible households with disbursements totaling up to $1,751. The distribution, scheduled to begin in 15 days, follows the state’s practice of … Read more
As interest rates continue to climb and car values decline, individuals with auto loans find themselves facing mounting challenges. The combination of increasing debt and diminishing car values is creating a concerning situation for those who owe more than their vehicles are currently worth. Escalating Negative Equity Woes Recent data highlighted by Bloomberg reveals a … Read more
Fortunate Gambler Nearly Discards Ticket Before Uncovering Life-Changing Win In a surprising turn of events, a 29-year-old lottery player from Michigan has secured a $2 million prize from a scratch-off ticket he initially believed to be a non-winner. However, his joyous moment was tempered as he took home $1.3 million after taxes and deductions. The … Read more
With the upcoming holiday travel season set to see millions of passengers taking to the skies, Southwest Airlines is making a firm commitment to avoid a repeat of the operational catastrophe that marred Christmas vacations last year. In response to the chaos that ensued, resulting in 16,700 flight cancellations and leaving two million passengers stranded, … Read more
Assembly Bill Aims to Alleviate Financial Strain on Low-Income Households In a significant move to enhance accessibility and alleviate financial burdens for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) beneficiaries in New Jersey, the Assembly Human Services Committee has favorably reported Assembly Bill No. 2040. The bill urges the Commissioner of Human Services to seek approval from … Read more
Falling Interest Rates Raise Hopes for Increased Affordability in the Housing Market In a promising turn for prospective homebuyers in Houston, the average 30-year mortgage rate has descended below 7%, marking the seventh consecutive week of declines. This trend, reported by mortgage giant Freddie Mac on Thursday, signals a potential boost in affordability for those … Read more
In response to a projected $68 billion deficit, the Legislative Analyst’s Office and the Department of Finance, led by Governor Gavin Newsom, have issued a budget letter calling for financial restraint. The freeze encompasses various spending categories, such as fleet cars, office supplies, printer replacements, and non-essential travel. The directive emphasizes the necessity for state … Read more
Families Urged to Take Action if Child Tax Credits are Delayed As the Child Tax Credits (CTCs) aim to provide financial relief to families with children under 17, some recipients may find themselves wondering what to do if their expected refund has not yet materialized. Here’s a guide on steps to take and potential reasons … Read more
Millions of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients are set to receive a second monthly payment this December, providing financial relief as the year comes to a close. Individual filers stand to receive up to $914 in this additional payment, scheduled for December 29. Double Payments Are Caused by Scheduling Anomaly The occurrence of two payments … Read more