IRS Extends Filing Deadline. Should You Wait?
The IRS has extended the federal income tax filing due date to July 15, 2020. This applies to all taxpayers. You don't have to apply for this extension.
Finding Rent or Housing Assistance
If you need help paying the rent, paying utilities or finding a new place to live there are various government agencies, non-profit organizations, and charities...
These Sites and Articles May Help You Weather the Impact of the Coronavirus
Some of these are from major newspapers which are providing free access to many articles.
How Much Do You Spend on Subscriptions in a Year?
By taking the time to review all of your subscriptions and recurring payments, you can reduce unnecessary spending and increase your savings.
You're Hired! Oops – There's No Openings!
It's hard to land a government or postal service job. At least that's what many people believe.
Do You Need a VPN (Virtual Private Network)?
A VPN creates a secure connection between you and the internet. If you install a VPN client, and connect to the internet, all your internet traffic will be sent through an encrypted virtual tunnel.
Do You Know These 8 Coronavirus Scams and Myths?
Crisis and disaster headlines typically generate misinformation and scammers try to take advantage of the situation. The novel coronavirus is no different.
There's a New W-4 for 2020. Here's What You Need to Know.
Your employer may ask you to complete the new W-4 but cannot require you to do so.
How to Fact Check Coronavirus Information
So, how do you determine what is factual, useful, misleading or false when it comes to the Coronavirus?
The Money is Free, But It'll Cost You – Huh?
For example, if you've ever moved, with or without leaving a forwarding address, you might have left money behind.
Coronavirus Charity Scams? Spot Them with These Tips
Coronavirus is impacting all facets of life. There are some good charities out there helping. There are also scam charities popping up all the time.
Protect Your Messenger Accounts from Scammers and Hackers!
Are you on a messenger platform or program? Like WhatsApp, Viber, WeChat and the like? Are you aware of how many scams are happening on these platforms? Learn more...
FoolProof Eviction Action Plan
If you receive an eviction notice, slow down. You have time.
Tax Preparers Make Your Money Disappear
It's the new year, and pop-up tax services are appearing in shopping centers, barbershops, and office spaces around the country.
Learn About Your Rights as a Tenant
Almost every state has a version of the Landlord and Tenant Act. These laws define the rights and responsibilities of a tenant and a landlord.
Are You a Sucker for Student Loans?
It's worth taking some time, effort, and ingenuity to figure out how to make it work for you. So go for it! Learn, grow, improve your prospects!
Finding Legal Help
A legal aid or legal services office provides legal help to people who can't afford a lawyer.
How-Many-Factor-Authentication?
How many online accounts do you have? Are they safe from hackers and scammers? If so, that means you've probably been careful, or at least lucky.
What Makes a Source Trustworthy?
Fake News. Newsfeed bubbles. Partisanship. We hear a lot about bias these days, from just about every direction! Isn't it unavoidable?
It's Time to Up Your Personal Privacy Game
Whether they are listening to us, watching us, or silently collecting data, there are steps you can take to reduce or stop the data collection.
