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Navient Student Loan Borrowers May Qualify for Relief Under $120 Million Settlement
In a significant development for student loan borrowers, Navient has agreed to a $120 million settlement with the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). This settlement aims to provide relief to hundreds of thousands of borrowers who were misled or improperly serviced by Navient, one of the largest student loan servicers in the country.
North Carolina: Biotechnology Hub on the Rise
North Carolina has emerged as a powerhouse in the biotechnology sector, transforming itself into a hub of innovation and growth. This evolution is driven by a combination of strategic investments, a skilled workforce, and a supportive ecosystem.
Snap Update: SUN Bucks Benefits School Search Tool
The SUN Bucks Benefits School Search Tool is an invaluable resource for families in North Carolina, designed to help them determine their children’s eligibility for the SUN Bucks program. This program provides essential grocery-buying benefits to qualifying families with school-aged children during the summer months when schools are on break.
SNAP Update: SUN Bucks Benefits from Summer 2024 Expiring Soon
The USDA’s SUN Bucks program was created to support families with school-aged children during the summer months. This program has been a crucial resource for many American families. As we approach the end of 2024, it’s important to note that the benefits issued this summer will expire 122 days after their “Available” date. Here’s what you need to know to make the most of your SUN Bucks before they expire.
The Failing US Healthcare System: Last in Global Rankings
The U.S. ranks as the worst performer among 10 developed nations in critical areas of health care, including preventing deaths, access (mainly because of high cost), and guaranteeing quality treatment for everyone, regardless of gender, income, or geographic location, according to the report, published Thursday by The Commonwealth Fund, an independent research group.Based on the new findings, people in the U.S. die the youngest and experience the most avoidable deaths, even though the country spends nearly twice as much about 18% of gross domestic product on health care than any other nation ranked.
Struggling American Families: The Urgent Need for Higher Wages
According to Jason Rahlan, the VP of corporate responsibility and sustainability for Dayforce, employers have an easy fix for the problem: raising wages. According to a new joint report from Dayforce and the Living Wage Corporation, 44% of American full-time employees do not make enough money to cover their family’s basic needs.
US Recession Looms as Warning Signs Emerge
Contrary to what many believe, investment research firm BCA Research sees that the economy is on the cusp of a recession, and the predicted upcoming U.S. Federal Reserve rate cuts will not be sufficient to steer markets out of it.
SNAP Benefits Work Requirements Changing: What Recipients Need to Know
Some Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients may be at risk of losing their benefits once new rules go into effect. SNAP helps to support some American households to get nutritious food from grocery stores in their neighborhoods or online.
SNAP Update: New Snap Benefits COLA Payment Increase
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.
Maximizing Social Security Benefits: Tips for Budgeting on a Fixed Income
Living on Social Security alone can be challenging, especially for senior couples who rely solely on their monthly benefits. The average Social Security check for senior couples is around $3,8141. However, with careful planning and budgeting, it’s possible to make the most of this income and maintain a comfortable lifestyle. In this article, we’ll explore expert-recommended tips for creating a sustainable budget and stretching your money further.
Social Security: Reminder to Update Your Online Account
If you recently got an email from the Social Security Administration, don't ignore it. Millions of people who created an online My Social Security account before September 18, 2021, will soon have to switch to a Login.gov account to be able to continue to access their information, according to the agency.
Social Security Update: Will The Next COLA Be The Lowest Since 2021
Each year, the Social Security Administration adjusts its benefits to account for inflation, providing an annual cost-of-living increase that's meant to offset rising prices. This year, the program's 67 million recipients may see their smallest boost since 2021.
Arise Ordered To Pay $7 Million to Consumer Due To FTC Settlement
The Federal Trade Commission is taking action against gig work company Arise Virtual Solutions for misleading consumers about the money they could make on Arise’s platform and marketing its business opportunity without complying with the FTC’s Business Opportunity Rule, including the requirement to truthfully disclose the basis for earnings claims to consumers.
SNAP UPDATE: Millions of Americans Face Incorrect Benefit Payments
Millions of Americans are not receiving the correct amount of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, according to data released by the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS).
2024 Millennial Home Decor Trends: Grandmillennial Style & Vintage Delights
Home decor enthusiasts are eagerly exploring the latest trends to refresh their living spaces. Whether you're a millennial homeowner or simply someone who appreciates stylish interiors, here are the key decorating trends to watch out for in Grand-millennial Style: A fusion of old and new.
Social Security Administration: Decreases Disability Application Processing Time
The Social Security Administration (SSA) said this week that it will reduce how far back the work history of disabled workers it takes into account when reviewing requests for benefits, a move that it said will help reduce the time to decide on applications.
Social Security Update: An Online Tool to Determine Your Monthly Benefits
Are you looking for a wto keep track of your current or expected SocialSecurity benefits? It is always a good idea to monitor your finances, especially due to recent reports stating that Social Security fund reserves could run out by 2035. The future of your Social Security benefits is unclear, you can prepare yourself and take control of your benefits online by signing up for a My Social Security account. There, you'll be able to access your benefits information, as well as other options and updates. Once you created an account, you will see the expected benefit amount for when you retire. You can use this tool to file for retirement or disability applications, straight from your browser.
Biden's Proposal: Ban Medical Debt on Credit Reports, Boosting Homeownership & Car Loans
There is a change that could improve millions of Americans' ability to own a home or buy a car, the Biden administration last Tuesday proposed a rule to ban medical debt from credit reports.
Unprisoned Star Jordyn McIntosh Talks About Her Journey in The Entertainment Industry
Jordyn is a breakout series regular in the Onyx Collective comedy series “Unprisoned”, opposite Emmy Winner Kerry Washington. Jordyn portrays seven-year-old “Little Paige”, who is the personification of adult Paige’s Inner Child. She is the part of Paige that is untouched by all that has happened in her life, including losing her mother, foster care, and having a father in prison.
BET’s Best Dressed Micah Lee Returns with a New Single “Clap My Way”
Micah Lee, a talented gospel artist, has made significant waves in the music industry with his soul-stirring voice and creative approach to music. Let’s take a moment into his musicaljourney and some of his notable achievements.
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