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Sky-High Housing Prices in the U.S.: What They Mean for First-Time Buyers and Where to Get Help
Imagine dreaming of your first home, only to find out that it's never been harder to afford. That’s the reality many Americans are facing today, as home prices in the ...
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...
Buckle Up for LIHEAP: Your Guide to Energy Assistance in Champaign County
As the cool weather approaches, Champaign County residents have a valuable opportunity to get help with their energy bills. The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is gearing up to pro...
Work-from-Home? Here’s How to Cut Your Tax Bill in 2025
As inflation and global tariffs continue to impact household and business budgets, many Americans working from home may be overlooking a valuable financial relief: the home office deduction. Whether you're a fre...
New Poll: Does your grocery have more empty shelves?
The new year hasn't stopped ongoing food shortages. Shortages at grocery stores across the country have grown more acute in recent weeks as omicron continues to spread and winter storms have piled on to the supply chain...
Limited Access to Healthy Food Puts Strain on Families as Stores Opt Out of Government Program
In the struggle to find stores that accept federal food benefits for low-income families, many children are being forced to forgo essential items like fresh produce and milk. ...
Get a Stimulus Check Up to $3,900 to Help with Rising Costs and Utility Bills in 2025
Inflation, rising prices, and utility bills climb higher each year, and finding ways to ease the financial burden is essential. For many Alaskans, the Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) is a w...
Navigating the Social Security Conundrum: Immigration's Impact on the Retirement Safety Net
In an era defined by demographic shifts and economic uncertainties, the intersection of immigration and Social Security emerges as a critical focal point in the ongoing discourse s...
U.S. Gasoline Prices Expected to Drop Ahead of Labor Day—What You Should Know
As Labor Day approaches, the U.S. drivers can look forward to a break at the pump. Recent forecasts suggest that gasoline prices are set to decline, bringing some relief to drivers nationwide. ...
