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06/30/2023

The Supreme Court can kick rocks! I was trying to come up with something flowery to say, but I'm tired. They can tell whatever BS post-racial society story they want, but these 2 rulings are targeted at black and brown people. While I'm pi**ed we have to deal with our remaining loans, we have the money to make it work. That is not the same story for a lot people who SCOTUS snatched away the opportunity to get a fresh start. 🤬🤬🤬My stomach is turning. I don't know what we can do to combat this mess, but I'm ready to fight. Comment below if you work with organizations helping BIPOC people get into/through college or to help people who haven't graduated deal with student loans. I have to do something.

10/20/2021

Student Loans are like that little battery bunny. They just keep going. 😩If the journey feels neverending, this article is for you. 👇🏾

If you're in your 30's and still paying student loans, you're in good company. This is all pretty discouraging, but there is hope!

10/20/2021

You're getting married? Congrats! But now what? 🤷🏾‍♀️Here's a good place to start 👇🏾

When calculating how much you should spend on a wedding, remember money doesn't just materialize and credit card bills will come due.

10/20/2021

It seems like everyone is buying a house, but should you jump on the bandwagon? 🤔 Before you sign on the dotted line, check out these reasons why home buying might be the wrong decision. 👇🏾

Myth: Everyone should buy a house. Truth: Buying a house can be an awesome experience and investment, but you should do it for the right reasons.

03/12/2021

Details on the changes to the child tax credit. 👇🏾

Most families will receive an extra $1,000 per child, or $1,600 for kids 5 and under —...

03/12/2021

This is a long read, but it gives you all the nuts and bolts of the newly passed Stimulus Package.

The $1.9 trillion coronavirus package passed by the Senate contains a wide range of proposals to help Americans still struggling with the economic fallout of the pandemic.

03/11/2021

Alright guys. We're officially official. The latest stimulus package has officially been signed into law! Keep any eye out for a breakdown video soon 👀

WASHINGTON (AP) — Marking a year of loss and disruption, President Joe Biden on...

01/22/2021

Good news for struggling renters! The Eviction moratorium (halt) for properties with government backed mortgages has been extended through March 2021, and could be extended further. If you're unable to make rent payments, take this extra time to talk to your landlord/mortgage company, and start making plans on what to do next.

Houstonians on the brink of eviction can take a deep breath after the new CDC chief extended eviction moratoriums nationwide until March.

01/22/2021

Good news for borrowers! The freeze on Federally held Student loans had been extended through September 2021, and could be extended further. As in the past, this will not effect loan forgiveness programs for those who qualify. I know we're waiting on more permanent forgiveness, but this is a start until that sort of legislation can be passed.

On the campaign trail, Mr. Biden promised to address the student loan crisis and supported cancelling $10,000 in debt per borrower.

01/12/2021

More details on the second round of PPP funding. I'll be discussing some of the details live tonight.

Following criticism that the first round served disproportionately few minority-owned businesses, the latest rolled out first with community institutions, which tend to have stronger relationships with minority communities.

01/04/2021

The Get My Payment tool is now up and running! Slowly lol You may have to wait a few minutes for the interface to open up, but you can now see the status of your Stimulus payment.

Use Get My Payment to get information about your payment status and payment type.