Personal Finance

California's ongoing homeowners insurance crisis is worsening as another major insurer, American National, prepares to leave the state.  Citing persistent profitability concerns, the Texas-based company will stop offering policies by…

For homeowners eyeing sustainable energy solutions, the federal solar tax credit, formally known as the residential clean energy tax credit, offers a beacon of financial relief.  Designed to alleviate the financial burden of installing…

For individuals enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), recertification stands as a crucial process vital for maintaining eligibility and securing continued access to essential benefits.  Similar to the initial…

A new era in US tax filing has begun as the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) introduces Direct File, an online platform allowing eligible taxpayers to file their federal taxes for free. This move brings the US in line with many other…

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is set to kick off March with a double payment totaling $5,816, catering to beneficiaries under various programs. This unique occurrence combines checks from the Supplemental Security Income (SSI)…

The Child Tax Credit (CTC) is poised for a boost as a bipartisan bill progresses through the legislative pipeline. Known as the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024, this legislation, currently en route to the Senate,…

Amid an escalating housing affordability crisis, nearly half of employers are offering financial assistance for employee housing. A survey by JW Surety Bonds found that 47 percent of employers are considering or providing rent assistance,…

Are you in your 40s and concerned about your retirement savings? You're not alone. Many individuals find themselves lagging behind their retirement goals as they approach middle age. However, it's never too late to start saving or catch up…