Affirm Review: How It Works and Is It Safe?
If you’ve done any shopping recently, then you’ve probably seen an option at checkout to split up your total into four (or more)...
Best Bang-for-Your-Buck Colleges in Maine
As you prepare for the college journey, whether you’re an incoming student or already knee-deep in college life, one thing’s for sure—finding a...
Farm Bill Negotiations Must Protect and Strengthen SNAP
In response to the ongoing consideration of the Farm Bill, Carrie Welton, Senior Director of Policy & Advocacy: Anti-Poverty & Basic Needs at...
What Should You Do If You Can’t Pay Your Taxes?
If you can’t pay your taxes, you have options to help manage the situation and avoid serious penalties. From setting up a payment...
What Is a 341 Meeting?
If you’re considering bankruptcy—or if you’ve already filed—then you’ve probably heard about something called the 341 meeting. The 341 meeting is an important...
Higher Education Affordability in the Empire State
TICAS’ inaugural New York report analyzes the cost of college for students from low-income backgrounds attending the State University of New York (SUNY)...
Home Equity Loan Terms
A home equity loan lets you tap into the equity you’ve built into your home. You can use this money for any expense,...
Residential Home Sale-Leaseback and Home Equity Agreements
Home Equity Agreement No monthly payments 580 minimum credit score You remain the homeowner You share future home appreciation Potentially expensive Limited information...
How to Minimize Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate in 2024
Capital gains tax is a tax on the profit you make when you sell a property for more than what you paid for...
What to Know Before You Enroll in College as an Adult
Thinking about heading back to college as an adult? Whether you’re looking to jumpstart a new career, level up your skills, or simply...
