Finance
A new tax season is here and United Way of San Diego County (UWSD), 211 San Diego, and the Earned Income Tax Credit Coalition are providing valuable information on tax credits and free tax preparation services available to hardworking low- and moderate-income individuals and families in San Diego County. “As we head into a third year of the […]
The National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association, Inc (NFDMA) has partnered with FEMA to provide support for the agency’s COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Task Force to undertake a historic endeavor: reimbursing eligible funeral expenses to those who incurred them in 2020 as a result of COVID-19. FEMA will begin accepting applications for Funeral Assistance on Monday, April 12,
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Hey, 2018, We’re so ready to give it all we got. How about ya’ll? As we usher in a new year every January, which some might argue is the Monday of months, here are a few ways to give it all you got in 2018. Give your body a break from unhealthy food habits. Get
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Los Angeles – OneUnited Bank, the largest Black owned bank in America, has partnered with the African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) and BMe Community (BMe) to bring a powerful series of financial literacy videos to Black America that will underscore the importance of financial literacy, buying Black, banking Black and the genius of collective economics. Topics will include the importance
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An estimated 21 million students left for college last fall, and the numbers are on the rise. On their own for the first time, many struggle with their newfound responsibilities, including handling their money. According to a survey from financial education company EverFi and technology and financial services company HigherOne, college students are less
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Women On 20s a non-profit, grassroots organization whose mission is to effect change, says that now is the time to put a woman’s face on our paper currency, has announced the results of their online poll. On May 12, 2015, Women On 20s presented a petition to President Obama informing him of the results of the
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Whether it’s the result of divorce, a health crisis, job loss or simply the wrong choices, a reversal of fortune can deliver a devastating blow to both your budget and your self-esteem. The key to recovery is in recognizing that as you rebuild your financial life, you may have to change the way you think
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Experts point to numerous studies that demonstrate that people who work from home are, on average, more productive than their office counterparts. They’ve also shown that telecommuting improves morale and reduces turnover. A February 2014 survey by PGi, a leading global provider of collaboration software and services, confirmed that telecommuting provides important emotional benefits for
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A recent article on Forbes.com reveals which of America’s 52 largest metropolitan areas present African-Americans with the best opportunities. In the survey, overwhelmingly the South accounts for 13 of the top 15 metro areas. The article points out three critical factors — homeownership, entrepreneurship, as measured by the self-employment rate, and median household income — that
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Did you know December 15th, is considered the busiest shopping day of the year? The holidays are here, and for many of us, so is holiday stress. Gift buying, decorating, eating out, and entertaining can be fun, but they can leave a serious dent in your budget. How do you find the right balance—sharing the
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