A lot of risks, both health and safety-wise, can arise from unsafe heating and cooling practices. Since low-income earners often find it challenging to keep up with standard energy usage practices, the government created an assistance program in 1981 to help these people. In this article, I’ve provided all you need to know about energy […]
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What to Do if You Didn’t File a Tax Return
Often, people procrastinate filing their taxes and end up missing the deadline. Sometimes people who miss filing their taxes for one year end up not filing for the next year because they fear the consequences of their previous year would reflect. But this doesn’t have to be the case. Here’s what to do if you […]
Stimulus Checks for Non-Tax Filers
Stimulus checks are given out to taxpaying citizens as a way to boost the economy in difficult times. As a result of the COVID 19 pandemic, stimulus checks under the CARES act now allow for citizens to receive payment through direct deposit. In this article, we’ve provided a brief description of how to receive a […]
HUD Housing Programs for the Disabled
This article is the help you or anyone living with a disability, learn about HUD housing programs for the disabled. Although many HUD programs give preferential treatment to the disabled, some programs are still set aside specifically for this disabled people. Keep reading this article to learn more about these programs. Below we share our […]
Will My Credit Score Impact My Rental Assistance Application
Many people that apply for rental assistance programs like section 8 or public housing wonder if their credit score will impact their application. The short answer is no. You can apply and be approved for section 8, public housing and other rental assistance programs without a credit check. However, after being approved for section 8 […]
What are Housing Grants?
You may have heard about the term “grant” before? We have written this article to help you understand the basics of how housing grant function. Keep reading to learn the definition, purpose, eligibility requirements, and application process for housing grants. This article will also provide all the information you need to get started on acquiring […]
How to Know Your Income Eligibility for Section 8
Section 8 is a widely known affordable housing program created to assist low-income earners. The primary eligibility requirement for this program is income. We have researched and written this article to provide you with a detailed explanation of how to know your income eligibility for Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. Your individual or family’s […]
What is the Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program?
The Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program is one of the many measures the U.S government has put in place to help ensure its low income citizens have access to decent housing. So what is the Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program? The Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program is a popular housing program […]
What is SSDI and SSI, and How Are They Different?
It’s not uncommon to see people mistake these programs for each other or assume they are both the same. Although they are both federally funded for disabled people, there are still core differences between them. I’ve written this article to help you learn about these differences in terms of definition, eligibility requirements, and application process. […]
The 3 Fastest Steps To Apply For Medicare Online
While most people receiving social security benefits are automatically enrolled in parts A and B of Medicare as soon as they become eligible, many others like myself still need to apply to enjoy the Medicare benefits. Here, I’ve written the 3 fastest steps to apply for Medicare online. What is Medicare, and Who is Eligible? […]