We’ve shared a few blog posts on Back To School over the years, some have focused on getting your children prepared, getting school supplies, getting excited to learn, but let’s think about how you can prepare ahead for the coming school year. Summer time is often just as busy for families as the school year. […]
Making Earned Income Tax Credit work for you
Tax season is upon us and understanding how income tax credits work can be confusing. Let’s cover some of the basic credits here. Earned Income Tax Credit For the last 40 years, Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) made life better for millions of workers. This credit helps low to moderate-income workers and families get a […]
Updated Fair Debt Collection Act
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has updated the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act to include rules for contacting people via social media and other electronic means. These changes went into effect November 30, 2021. Summary of Updated Debt Collection Act Phone calls Under the new rule, debt collectors are allowed seven attempted calls, or […]