Category Archives: Financial Education

Medical Debt Training

Why is Medical Debt Training important? Medical debt has a great impact on so many Americans — Forty-nine million (28 percent) American adults under the age of 65 have medical debt or bills that they are paying off over time. … Continue reading

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Center for Law and Social Policy: Poverty Impact Projections Audio Conference

Poverty Impact Projections: What Are They and How Can They Make a Difference? Friday, September 16, 2011  |  12:30-1:15 pm ET Register now CLASP-managed Spotlight on Poverty and Opportunity will sponsor a national audio conference examining Poverty Impact Projections (PIPs), … Continue reading

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Washington Credit Unions Exploring Prize-Linked Savings Opportunity

Prize-linked savings accounts have turned un-banked consumers into savers in Michigan. Some Washington credit unions are considering launching similar programs by taking advantage of legislation passed this year. The NWCUA will lobby for a similar law in Oregon next year. … Continue reading

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Connecting Communities Webinar – Microfinance: Helping to Create First-time Entrepreneurs

Information about this series: This 60 minute session will provide participants with an opportunity to learn about how microfinance can serve as a catalyst to increasing economic opportunity in low- to moderate-income communities in the U.S.  Listeners will hear about … Continue reading

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New IRS Rule for Innocent Spouse Relief

Does your client’s tax liability, in reality, belong to their current or ex-spouse?  If so, they can apply for innocent spouse relief. They should file Form 8857 as soon as they become aware of a tax liability for which they … Continue reading

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