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Beware of Fake Charities

Posted November 2, 2023

IRS News Release With the tragic crises and natural disasters happening around the globe, many are responding to the call to give what they can to help. The Internal Revenue Service today warned taxpayers to be wary of criminals soliciting donations and falsely posing as legitimate charities. Criminals commonly set up bogus charities to take… Read more

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Student Loan Payments Resume

Posted November 2, 2023

Source: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) In October, millions of federal student loan borrowers will have a payment due on their loans for the first time since March 2020. Many borrowers may be able to reduce their payments or even get their loans cancelled, and they should explore their options before making payments. Borrowers who… Read more

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Maine Relief Checks 2022

Posted April 25, 2022

The Maine Legislature has approved the supplemental budget and it was signed into law by Governor Mills on Wednesday, April 20. Here are the important details: Inflation Relief Checks Relief checks of $850 will be mailed to most Maine residents, starting in June. To be eligible, you must be a full-time resident and file a… Read more

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Helping Older Folks With Money Matters

Posted April 14, 2022

Maine has a significant population of older folks. Chances are that many are struggling financially with our current rate of inflation. There are several programs to help seniors with everything from medications to food to energy bills. Check out the resources listed in this article and share them with anyone who may benefit! https://www.forbes.com/advisor/personal-finance/inflation-financial-assistance-seniors/ Read more