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There’s still plenty of time to apply. The deadline to file for 2023 tax year is Oct. 31. The latest round in the Senior Freeze property-tax relief program began July 15, with the first reimbursement checks issued. The New Jersey Department of the Treasury’s Division of Taxation said it will continue issuing weekly reimbursements as more applications are filed and approved.

Senior Freeze property-tax relief checks are flowing

SmartAsset

As seniors transition into retirement, evaluating homeowners insurance becomes even more important. Seniors’ home insurance needs may differ due to factors such as fixed incomes and potentially outdated home structures. Understanding how coverage can protect against risks specific to aging homes or health-related incidents is key. Additionally, some insurance providers offer discounts for seniors that […] The post What to Know About Homeowners Insurance for Seniors appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.

What to Know About Homeowners Insurance for Seniors

Responding to months of pressure from veterans advocates and elected officials, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced Thursday that it will change a widely criticized rule that excludes the most disabled veterans from subsidized housing designed for them. The rule, which HUD officials had previously said they...

HUD Will Allow Disabled Veterans to Subsidize Housing

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New maximum payment amounts for SNAP benefits have been announced by the U.S. Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). In October 2024, the top amount available for claimants of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will increase across all 49 states and U.S. territories. There is one state that will see its maximum benefit drop. The new maximum rates will be in place for the duration of the 2025 fiscal year until the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) is set again for the 2026 fiscal year.

SNAP Update: New Snap Benefits COLA Payment Increase

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By the time you've retired, you'll hopefully have a portfolio of investments to help financially sustain you through retirement. But in addition to these investments, it's important to have some cash...

Here’s How Much Cash Retirees Should Have on Hand, According To Experts

Florida State

NBC News

After five decades working as a teacher and school administrator, Janet Stone envisioned a relaxing retirement in her condo overlooking Florida’s Atlantic coast. Instead, she’s gone back to work teaching preschoolers with disabilities and living with her son in Las Vegas to pay off a $100,000 bill from her condo association — her portion of a multimillion-dollar project to replace the 53-year-old building’s deteriorating concrete.

A reckoning is coming for Florida's condo owners as buildings face millions in repairs

The Motley Fool

Upgrading a home can reduce its risk of severe damage from natural disaster. Here are five upgrades that can be worth it.

5 Home Upgrades That Could Slash Your Insurance Premiums

New York City, NY

Three real estate investors have pleaded guilty to defrauding lenders out of more than $119 million in a multifamily mortgage fraud scheme. Fredrick Schulman, 72, of New York, Chaim "Eli" Puretz, 29, of New Jersey, and Moshe "Mark" Silber, 34, of New York, have all pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud affecting a financial institution.

Three realtors plead guilty in multifamily mortgage fraud ring

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In today’s economy, financial stability can often feel elusive. Whether due to unexpected job loss, medical expenses, or other unforeseen financial challenges, many homeowners find themselves struggling to keep up with their mortgage payments. This is where asking for a mortgage reduction can become a vital step in maintaining your financial health. By understanding the process and benefits of a mortgage reduction, you can make an informed decision that could potentially save your home and improve your financial situation.

Why you should ask your mortgage company for a rate reduction

The US Sun

SOME homeowners could be eligible for a chunk of a multi-million dollar settlement if they fit the criteria and file a claim in time. Owners of certain Bosch appliances could get up to $400 in compensation after a settlement was reached in a class action lawsuit. Bosch has agreed to...

Homeowners in line for one-time payment up to $400 as part of $2m settlement pot – all you have to do is show receipt

A new report revealing more than $84 million in underpayments to qualified veterans is a sign the Department of Veterans Affairs needs to improve its training for employees. That's the conclusion of a congressional committee looking into the massive error. And, veterans' advocates say, the error is also a reminder...

The VA Withheld $84M from Eligible Disabled Veterans. Now Nonprofit Legal Clinics Are Stepping In.

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Tired of waiting for your paycheck? Check out these 14 easy jobs that offer instant cash gratification.

14 Cash-Paying Jobs That Are Easy To Get

Living on Social Security isn't easy, especially when the average retirement benefits check is around $1,870 a month. And with costs rising everywhere, making that money stretch can feel like a...

8 Home Expenses To Cut While on Social Security

Massachusetts State

Nevada State

Lots of retirees decide that after hanging up their work boots and clocking in for decades at a job, it is time for a change of pace. That could involve a move, a downsizing of homes or a collection...

10 Worst States for Retirees To Rent in the Next 5 Years

Mississippi State

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Hinds County, MS

Mississippi News Group

A Mississippi Attorney has been charged with multiple Counts of introducing contraband into a Correctional Facility as well as consipiracy according to a press release from Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones.

Mississippi Attorney Charged with 3 Counts of Introducing Contraband into a Correctional Facility

On the heels of the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the 25th anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court decision on Olmstead v. L.C., the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is taking policy actions to support community living for people with disabilities. Specifically, HUD published guidance that creates new alternative requirements and waivers that enable public housing agencies (PHAs) to better utilize Mainstream Vouchers to help persons with disabilities transition from and avoid institutional settings, in furtherance of the goals of Olmstead.

HUD Takes Action to Support Community Living for People with Disabilities

Washington, DC

Alamogordo Conservative Daily

Command Sergeant Major Veronica E. Knapp was the command sergeant major of the Joint Task Force-National Capital Region and U.S. Army Military District of Washington (JTF-NCR/MDW) per her official biography. However effective Tuesday she was released from command.

Command Sergeant Major Veronica E. Knapp Released from Command in D.C.

Are you just about to retire, or have you done so recently? Congratulations! If you think there’s no better place to enjoy your golden years than in a state full of sun, sand, and fellow retirees, these are some of the top places to retire in Florida. Over the...

6 Beautiful and Affordable Florida Cities for Retirement

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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In a significant move for the legal community in Fort Lauderdale, Conrad & Scherer LLP is set to relocate its offices to a new location south of the New River. This comes after a company affiliate, managed by John J. Scherer, purchased a prime property for $10.2 million.

Law Firm Set to Relocate After Buying New $10 Million Office Building in Florida

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

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BEGAP Application Is Open: Grant Funding Available for 2023 and/or 2024 Flood Damage

A flooded cornfield. ACCD photo. Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development The Business Emergency Gap Assistance Program (BEGAP) application portal is now open. Before businesses...

BEGAP Application Is Open: Grant Funding Available for 2023 and/or 2024 Flood Damage

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