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Property Taxes Are Rising in Many Areas — What Homeowners Should Know
Many homeowners across the country are seeing higher property tax bills this year. One reason is that many cities and

Fisk University Team Wins $40,000 to Advance Experian’s BFF Financial Education Campaign
Through the Experian and HomeFree-USA partnership, a team of Fisk Center for Financial Advancement® Scholars introduced “FinCheck,” a social-first campaign

Maryland Homeowners: Critical Home Repairs Help Is Here
The Maryland HAF WholeHome Critical Home Repairs Grant Program application opened today and will remain open until September 30, 2026.

How Your Home Can Help You Reach This Year’s Money Goals
It’s the new year and time for creating a new you. If improving your finances is one of your New

Women Fear Their Lenders When They Need Them the Most
Mortgage providers want to help their clients, and they have programs designed to help homeowners get through a financial crisis.

Watch Out for These Homeowner Scams
Owning a home is a major milestone — but it also can make you a target. Scammers increasingly focus on

What Steps Should You Take to Get Effective Mortgage Help for Homeowners?
When the mortgage starts to feel heavier than it used to, most people do the same thing; they wait and

How to Keep the Government Shutdown From Jeopardizing Your Home
Your home is likely one of the greatest investments you’ll ever make. If you want to keep it either for