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fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago

This 81-year-old still works at Home Depot to support herself and her 90-year-old husband

"I feel trapped working, but I can't stop working," Lydia says, sitting up to cuddle her basset hound, Brigette. Her husband, Bill, gives her a kiss but lets her be.
Public health
fromMiami Herald
6 days ago

Faith-based affordable housing. How religious groups are helping ease Miami's housing crisis

Saunders moved to North Miami Beach in 2023 seeking a warmer climate to relieve his arthritis but faced financial hardship leading to chapter 13 bankruptcy.
Miami
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

Women Who Were "Tradwives" And Got Divorced Are Sharing How And Why They Left Their Marriages, And It's Both Eye-Opening And Infuriating

A parent has not paid child support for nearly a year while having a stable job and partner.
#carers-allowance
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Something has gone very wrong': how the carers scandal was exposed

The carer's allowance system creates a debt trap for caregivers, leading to financial difficulties despite their critical roles.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Something has gone very wrong': how the carers scandal was exposed

The carer's allowance system creates a debt trap for caregivers, leading to financial difficulties despite their critical roles.
more#carers-allowance
#student-loans
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Bootstrapping

A boomer who can't afford to retire is facing a big money dilemma: Start paying a $1,414 student-loan bill or lose part of his paycheck

fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago
NYC parents

Sen. Gillibrand demands answers from Education Dept. on its plans to garnish borrowers' wages

Senator Gillibrand raises concerns about forced collections of student loan borrowers and its negative impact on local economies.
fromtime.com
2 months ago
NYC parents

What to Know About Involuntary Collections' If You're a Student Loan Borrower

Student debt collections will resume on May 5, marking the return of penalties for missed loan payments after a five-year pause.
Bootstrapping
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

A boomer who can't afford to retire is facing a big money dilemma: Start paying a $1,414 student-loan bill or lose part of his paycheck

Trump's restart of student loan collections is creating financial strain for borrowers like James Southern, who faces a difficult repayment situation.
Retirement
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Older people in crosshairs as government restarts Social Security garnishment on student loans

Older Americans face student loan garnishments affecting their Social Security as collections resume after pandemic pauses.
NYC parents
fromtime.com
2 months ago

What to Know About Involuntary Collections' If You're a Student Loan Borrower

Student debt collections will resume on May 5, marking the return of penalties for missed loan payments after a five-year pause.
more#student-loans
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

San Jose homeowners on the hook for fixing sidewalks - San Jose Spotlight

City fines and repair notices have been controversial among low-income homeowners financially burdened by an average bill of $3,000 for sidewalk repairs.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromsilive
1 month ago

Staten Island woman: Solar company bankruptcy led her to 'financial ruin' over broken system

A woman suffered financial ruin due to continuous charges from a solar power company that went bankrupt, leaving her with a broken system.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

My 71-year-old grandma gets $17,000 in Social Security - will that increase after her mother dies?

Simone Biles has rapidly shattered records to become the indisputable best female gymnast of all time, overcoming significant personal and societal obstacles.
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Breast cancer treatments derailed a boomer's retirement. To pay bills, she works 12-hour shifts and commutes 200 miles weekly.

"You feel alone. But I have to work for my income. At this age, it’s tough. Most people don’t understand what we go through."
Retirement
SF real estate
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

The Skinny on Short Sales: How To Find Them, What You'll Pay, and Red Flags To Look Out For

The housing market is challenging, pushing buyers to consider short sales, but caution is necessary due to prevalent scams.
SF politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

MBA supports bill to give veterans a partial mortgage claim option

Urgent legislative action is needed to support veteran homeowners facing foreclosure risks after the discontinuation of the VASP program.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 months ago

New 1 million fund to help struggling Greenwich residents with council tax

Everyone deserves a fair chance, and that means ensuring support is in place when people need it most. It is never an easy decision to change the support we offer, but...we must face the reality that with decreased funding to local councils following a decade of austerity...
London politics
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

Can I Pay Only Interest on My Closed Credit Card Due to Financial Changes?

Financial hardships may allow for options with credit card issuers.
Ignoring payments risks damaging your credit score.
Proactive communication with card issuers can provide relief.
Independent films
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Why One of Them Days Should Be Your Next Netflix Watch

'One of Them Days' resonates with audiences by depicting relatable struggles of financial hardship and friendship during difficult times.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Private-hire drivers struggling over TfL glitch

Delays in private-hire licence renewals are causing homelessness and financial distress for drivers due to a technical glitch in the TfL system.
fromFuturism
4 months ago

After Uber's App Cost Him His Job, a Disgruntled Driver Flew to San Francisco and Showed Up at Its Headquarters

Karim Sawadogo faced financial hardship after being deactivated by Uber for a DUI accusation despite not drinking. His plea for justice led him on a quest for answers.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Turning on the lights is a luxury in my family. These benefit changes will push us even closer to the edge | Brian

Cuts to disability benefits are exacerbating financial hardships for disabled individuals, limiting their ability to afford basic necessities.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 months ago

Op-ed | New York is getting older. Can we keep up? * Brooklyn Paper

Older adults in New York City are increasingly facing financial hardship due to rising costs and insufficient funding for essential services.
Coronavirus
fromFuturity
7 months ago

COVID is still taking a toll on Americans' finances

Long COVID continues to severely impact the finances of many Americans, exacerbating issues like food insecurity and utility service interruptions.
The economic burden of long COVID is felt across all income levels, but particularly by those with lower incomes.
fromwww.mediaite.com
8 months ago

Rudy Giuliani Tells Judge He's Completely Out of Cash After Defamation Ruling: I Can't Pay My Bills'

Giuliani's financial struggles stem from a court order to pay $150 million to election workers.
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