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Social Security Benefits Increase: A Welcome Boost for Recipients

In an effort to assist Social Security recipients in managing their expenses, the Social Security Administration has announced a 3.2% increase in benefit payments for 2024. This adjustment is intended to co...

Project RELIEF: Springfield’s Lifeline for Struggling Utility Customers

City Water, Light, and Power (CWLP) customers in the Springfield area have a critical lifeline available next month with the Project RELIEF program. Designed to help residents avoid utility shut-offs...

Elected Officials join forces to Assist Utility Customers with Energy Assistance Applications at GIAC

In an effort to address the financial challenges faced by low-income individuals and families in meeting their utility expenses, elected officials Senator Lea Webb and As...

Will SNAP and WIC Beneficiaries Face Funding Issues During a Government Shutdown?

A potential partial government shutdown this week could impact millions of Americans who rely on federal assistance for food. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), which overs...

7 Reasons Why Cutting Expenses Is Essential to Achieving Financial Success

The first step to achieving financial success is to cut your expenses. Reducing your costs can help you save money and put it toward more profitable ventures, such as investments or paying off debt...

Missed Out on $1,400 IRS Stimulus Payment? You Could Still Get Paid—and Save on Utility Bills

At a time when the cost of living is climbing, especially with inflation driving up utility bills, it’s crucial to take advantage of every opportunity to reduce financial str...

ACP Ended—Here’s How Low-Income Families Can Still Afford Internet

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) was a crucial federal initiative that helped millions of low-income families afford internet access, providing monthly credits of up to $30 ($75 for tribal lands) ...

Explore Expense Relief Options for Individuals with These Ideas

With the cost of living rising, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. That's why it is so important to scout out options that can help with expense relief. Fortunately, from grants to debt relief,...

Extra $6,710 Social Security Cash in 2025: How Retroactive Payments Can Ease Utility Bills

As millions of Americans receive retroactive Social Security payments averaging $6,710, many beneficiaries may find much-needed financial relief amid rising utility costs. With infla...