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Facing financial challenges can be daunting, especially when it comes to utility bills that keep your home warm in the winter or cool during summer heatwaves.  If you find yourself in such a situation, know that ther...

New York seniors may get bigger property tax breaks after Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation letting local governments increase exemptions for qualifying homeowners.   What’s Changing ...

With inflation driving up housing prices and government spending under scrutiny, a new federal initiative promises long-overdue relief to thousands of homeless v...

With energy prices climbing, many households, especially seniors, Social Security recipients, and families on low incomes are struggling to cover basic utility costs. LIH...

Last updated: September 10, 2025 The U.S. housing market has faced years of turbulence, and by 2025, many of the same challenges remain. Rising construction costs, limited housing supply, and high de...

If you live in New York and filed a state income tax return, you may be among the 8.2 million households eligible to receive a rebate check worth up to $400 starting this fall. The payment is part of ...

Saving for a house feels impossible in some states, but much more doable in others. A new ConsumerAffairs study looked at how long it takes to save a 10% down payment in every state, comparing media...

With energy and utility costs rising across the U.S., millions of Social Security beneficiaries are set to receive larger monthly payments in 2025, providing much-needed relief. Thanks to...

Several U.S. states are issuing direct payments, rebates, and tax relief this October 2025, including California, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and New York. Each program is designed to provide fin...