Starting on July 15, 2024, the IRS will distribute monthly Child Tax Credit Stimulus Payments to eligible families. July 15, 2024: The Start of CTC Stimulus Monthly Payments. The IRS will begin distributing the Child Tax Credit (CTC) Stimulus Monthly Payments for 2024 on July 15. This change means families will get help sooner than in past years, according to the report of JK Dears.

$300/month for Kids Under 6, $250/month for Kids 6-17: IRS Begins Monthly Child Tax Credit Stimulus Payments

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

Buying a home is a significant financial investment. The last thing you need is for it to turn into a money pit after you’ve already taken out a mortgage and started living there. Over the last two decades of my professional real estate career, I’ve compiled a list of...

Homebuyer, Beware of These 7 Property Red Flags. They’ll Cost You Big

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Whether you’re buying a home for the first time or you’re a seasoned homeowner looking for some new digs, you may be wondering how much to put down on your mortgage loan. While a 20% down payment is a common suggestion among financial experts, that’s an unrealistic objective for many prospective homebuyers. What’s more, down payment requirements and the impact of your down payment can vary depending on the type of mortgage loan you choose—if you’re just getting started, you may wish to check out our breakdown of different mortgage types in our current mortgage rates guide.

How much should a house down payment be?

Real estate transactions involve documents that can seem complex at first glance. Two such documents, the warranty deed, and deed of trust, are essential to understand when buying or selling property. While they serve different purposes, they are fundamental in the transfer and holding of property rights. This article will...

Warranty Deed vs Deed Of Trust: A Guide for Homebuyers

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As you close in on your retirement years, your focus is likely on lowering expenses to maximize what might be a limited or reduced income. One of the biggest expenses is often a mortgage payment.  To...

I’m a Retirement Planner: Reasons To Pay Your Mortgage Off Before You Retire

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  Over the past few years, home equity levels have increased substantially nationwide. In fact, as of the first quarter of 2024, the average homeowner had seen their equity increase by $28,000 year-over-year, according data from CoreLogic. That uptick in home equity began in 2020 and was driven, in large part, by a mix of low rates, low for-sale home inventory and high demand by buyers. Since then, the average price of a home has increased over 50% — climbing...

The best ways to use home equity to fund retirement, according to experts

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has scheduled the next Disability payment for June 18th, 2024, benefitting a certain spectrum of Americans eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Beneficiaries should ensure their information is updated with the SSA, helping avoid payment errors or delays. Payment amounts will vary, based on...

Next SSDI payment set for June 2024

Veterans Administration loans are excellent tools for current and former military members to realize their homeownership dreams. Most VA loans are offered as a partnership between private lenders and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, so they work a little differently than other mortgages—starting from when you first apply.

How to Apply for a VA Loan

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This afternoon, Kentaiwon Durham, the Douglas City Commissioner of Ward 2, entered a guilty plea for wire fraud in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia. Consequently, Durham is mandated to resign from his position as a city commissioner.

Georgia City Commissioner Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud in $20K PPP Fraud Scheme

Student loan borrowers have until June 30 to meet a deadline that could lead to quicker debt forgiveness. Here's what borrowers should know. Student loan borrowers have until the end of June to meet a deadline that could lead to quicker debt forgiveness. Some could even see their debt cleared...

Student loan forgiveness deadline is June 30. Here's what borrowers need to know

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If you want a better-than-average retirement benefit, you may need to do things differently.

Here's the Average Age Retirees Claim Social Security and the Monthly Benefit They Receive

As you plan out your future retirement years, you might want to think about adding some kind of supplemental income to your regular retirement savings. This could be in the form of rental properties,...

I’m a Realtor: 8 Tips on Renting Out Property To Make Money During Retirement

Coffee County, GA

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A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

The competition for landing your dream home or apartment can be stiff these days. So, you’re going to want to follow some tips to get approved quickly for an apartment, mortgage or loan. A few little changes can go a long way, so let’s get into some simple things you can do to improve your chances of getting approved and making your dreams come true.

Tips to Get Approved for an Apartment, Mortgage or Loan

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Paying off your mortgage early can be one of the most liberating financial decisions you can make. It can save you thousands of dollars in interest and free up your budget for other investments or expenses. Here, we’ll explore the best techniques to pay off your mortgage early and how to implement them effectively.

Best techniques to pay off your mortgage early

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NEW JERSEY – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, along with the Division on Civil Rights (DCR), has co-led a multistate comment letter supporting the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) proposed rule aimed at reducing criminal history-based barriers to public housing. This initiative is a collaborative effort with the Attorneys General of Maryland, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania to improve access to safe and affordable housing.

HUD Rule Fights Housing Barriers for Ex-Offenders

According to National Association of Realtors (NAR), homebuyers could potentially save "hundreds of dollars a month" on their mortgages simply by shopping around before agreeing to any one lender....

How Homebuyers Could Potentially Save Hundreds of Dollars a Month

As parents, we often go to great lengths to support our children’s education, including taking out loans to cover college costs. Parent Direct PLUS loans are a popular option for many families but can also lead to significant debt. Fortunately, there is a program that can help ease this burden: the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Parent PLUS Loans: Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Refinancing your mortgage can be a smart financial move, but it's important to ask the right questions before making any decisions. Find Out: Is Barbara Corcoran Right About the Housing Market? Learn...

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Homebuying Assistance Program for Veterans and Lower-Income Homebuyers

First Home Alliance is dedicated to helping first-time homebuyers...

Homebuying Assistance Program for Veterans and Lower-Income Homebuyers

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