If you are headed to college this semester or have completed your degree, here are a few programs that can help you. There are grants and loan forgiveness programs that can assist you. Here are few to help start you on your way. Eligibility First things, first. It is essential to complete your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).  Students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA form. This form is generally due annually June 30th (please check

This year, it is estimated that consumers with elementary children will spend approximately $700 on school supplies, and families with college students will spend roughly $980. It is expected back to school shopping will hit a record high this year, up to 80.7 billion dollars according to the National Retail Federation.  Saving on back to school shopping  * Create a budget * Shop online * Take advantage of coupons and discounts available in your areas *

Many residents received notice their property tax assessments have increased drastically in the New Orleans’ area.  According to Nola.com, some residents’ assessments have increased more than 100% from its previous estimate in 2016. The law requires Louisiana assessors to reassess properties every four years.  As such, many properties in the metropolitan area have seen a drastic increase.  This increase is predicated on the rising home values in the area. Property values are increasing across the

Equifax, a major consumer credit reporting agency, will pay millions to settle a data breach that occurred in 2017.  The breach exposed personal credit information of approximately 147 million people, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Equifax to pay up to $700 million The Federal Trade Commission announced Monday the firm would pay the penalty up to $700 million to help people who were impacted by the data breach.  This penalty includes compensation to those

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