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What if You Won't Live Long Enough to Pay Off Your Student Loans?
No one can deny that student debt is piling up at a startling rate in the United States. It has gotten to the point where those who are now legally considered senior citizens, some of them well into their sixt...
Is America in a State of Decline?
Almost 80% of Americans think the U.S. is in "a state of decline." Do you agree? A poll from the Trafalgar Group in conjunction with Convention of States Action showed 76.8% of Americans believe "American society and culture is...
Student Loan Reform: Tips to Prepare Your Finances for Potential Outcomes
While debates about student loan forgiveness and other topics continue to make headlines, borrowers desperately hoping for financial relief and system reform have nothing better to do than wait to see...
Federal PPP Loans Now Have More Business-Friendly Terms
Congress has passed, and President Trump has signed, a bill that reforms the Paycheck Protection Program. This large expenditure of federal money has provided funds to small businesses to help them stay afloat during th...
Grant Approval at Standstill for Music Venues
When most people hear the term "small business," they typically think about hair salons, small restaurants, plumbing shops, and other sorts of traditional businesses. However, there are many more business types in this category,...
Opinion: Expanding Social Security for Teachers and Firefighters Is Long Overdue
The Senate is poised to vote on a transformative piece of legislation that could bring long-awaited fairness to millions of public sector retirees. If passed, the Social Security Fairness Act ...
Beyoncé Offers New Grants for People Facing Eviction During COVID-19
Many people who achieve wealth and fame give a lot back to their communities. Singer Beyoncé is no exception to this rule. She has set up a program to distribute 100 checks in the amount of $5,00...
Retirees: IRS Confirms April 1 Deadline for Required Retirement Plan Payments
The IRS has issued an important reminder for retirees: If you turn 73 in 2024, you must start collecting your Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) from your retirement savings plans by April 1, 202...
These Organizations are Providing Significant COVID-19 Relief with Grants
One of the bright spots of the ongoing COVID-19 health crisis is the number of companies and organizations that have stepped up to award grants to those in need. Global brands from every corner of the...