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The Social Security Administration (SSA) has recently confirmed that beneficiaries may be eligible for an additional $150 in their upcoming Social Security payment. The SSA employs a calculation method fo...

Many states offer Utility Discount Programs (UDP) and Energy Assistance Programs (EAP) to help low-income residents reduce their electric, gas, water, and sewer bills. Eligible applica...

Worried your credit score is too low to get a mortgage? You’re not alone—and you still have options. Getting a home loan with bad credit may be harder, but the right lender and lo...

They drop everything when the alarm sounds to rush into danger for the safety of others. The 10,000 volunteer firefighters serving nearly 300 departments across South Dakota are the heartbeat of eme...

In an effort to address the financial challenges faced by low-income individuals and families in meeting their utility expenses, elected officials Senator Lea Webb and As...

Winter heating costs can be challenging, but New Hampshire’s Fuel Assistance Program (FAP) is here to help. This initiative, part of the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), provides critic...

At a time when the cost of living is climbing, especially with inflation driving up utility bills, it’s crucial to take advantage of every opportunity to reduce financial str...

As millions of Americans receive retroactive Social Security payments averaging $6,710, many beneficiaries may find much-needed financial relief amid rising utility costs. With infla...

With triple-digit temperatures hitting many parts of the country this summer, your power bill might be rising faster than your thermostat. For families and seniors struggling to stay cool, help is avai...