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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...

7 Hidden Grant Programs That Can Help You Make Ends Meet

Everyone's situation is different, but many struggle to make ends meet. Whether you're unemployed, under-employed, transitioning or just need a bit of help, several government programs and grant opportun...

Smart Retirement Planning: How to Maximize Your Social Security Benefits

Thinking about retirement? You’re not alone—and you’re smart to start planning now. Social Security benefits play a big role in retirement income for millions of Americans. But he...

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,...

Ohio Announces $9m in Infrastructure Grants

President Joe Biden, like most presidents before him, ran on huge infrastructure spending to revitalize this nation's roadways and sewer systems. The fact, however, is that most of the actual infrastructure work doesn't come from ...

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...

Dallas Mavericks Donate $1.25 Million for Emergency Relief Grants

The week of February 14 was a devastating one for most of the state of Texas. Although Texas was not the only state hit hard by severe winter weather, its problems were exacerbated by the privatized power g...

IRS Announces Automatic $1,400 Stimulus Payments for Eligible Individuals This January 2025

Good news! The IRS has announced it will send automatic payments of up to $1,400 this January to people who didn’t claim the Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2021 tax returns. ...

More Than 400,000 Student Loan Borrowers Impacted by Incorrect Monthly Payments

Recent news reveals an unsettling discovery for those grappling with the weight of student loans: more than 400,000 student loan borrowers have been victims of erroneous monthly payment calculat...