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Personal Grants that Small Business Owners Can Apply to Grow their Ventures

Getting funding to grow your business can be difficult because most financial institutions require you to give collateral in exchange for cash. For instance, you will have to pay interest for an...

Federal vs. Private Student Loans: Which Should You Choose for Fall 2025?

As college costs continue to rise, many students and families are weighing the best ways to pay for the upcoming school year. Choosing between federal and private student loans is a key part of that ...

Social Security Reminder: Who Gets Paid on September 24, 2025?

For millions of retirees, disabled workers, and their families, Social Security payments remain a financial lifeline. With costs for groceries, rent, and healthcare still climbing, knowing your exact deposit da...

OPM COLA 2026: What Federal Workers Need to Know About Next Year’s Pay Boost

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has confirmed early details of the 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), giving federal employees a clearer idea of what to expect next year. According ...

COLA 2026 Announcement Postponed: Here’s the New SSA Timeline

For weeks, millions of Social Security recipients have been waiting for the official Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) announcement for 2026. Originally scheduled for October 15, 2025, the announcement was dela...

2026 Social Security Work Credit Update: How Much You Need to Earn

If you’re planning for retirement or disability benefits, here’s a key update from the Social Security Administration (SSA): Starting in 2026, you’ll need $1,890 in Social Security–t...

RIFs, VERA, and VSIP in 2025: What Happens to Your TSP, FEHB, and Pension in a Federal RIF?

As 2025 continues, many federal employees face uncertainty due to agency restructuring, early retirement offers, and potential Reductions in Force (RIFs). Understanding your rights,...

Round Rock Educators Receive Small Grants

Round Rock Texas wasn't among the hardest hit areas during the COVID lock-downs last year, but their education system still look a lot of damage. Although Texas is one of the first states to fully open back up, one cannot downplay t...

Grant Advertising Takes Off

Some states are announcing the end of their business grant programs for COVID relief, shortly after the federal unemployment benefits expired. The money that was designated to help fight against the pandemic is running out. However, the federal g...