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Plan For Your Future During Financial Literacy Month

By Brandon Smith
April 4, 2023
April is Financial Literacy Month. Social Security is a vital part of any financial plan. Social Security's online tools can help you understand your potential Social Security benefits and how they fit into your financial future.   ...
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Hang Up On Tax Scammers

By Better Business Bureau Serving Greater Cleveland
April 1, 2023
Look out for tax debt relief scams this tax season. While there are legitimate companies specializing in tax debt relief services, tax debt relief scammers may contact consumers regarding unpaid tax bills in an attempt to scare them to solicit an immediate payment. ...
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3 Things to Know About Being an Executor

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Thrive
March 30, 2023
Choosing an executor is a big decision when it comes to estate planning. So, what should I know about an executor? What should I consider before naming an executor? Here are answers to three common questions about executors. ...
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SCORE Cleveland: Their Business is Your Business

By Marie Elium
March 14, 2023
SCORE Cleveland helps would-be entrepreneurs, community developers and others (mentees) by providing trained mentors who have the desire and know-how to help others. Many are retired from their own businesses and careers. ...
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SNAP Benefits Drop to Pre-Covid Amounts; Now What?

By Compiled by NEO Thrive Staff from Outside Sources
March 8, 2023
Monthly allocations for SNAP benefits, or food stamps, are dropping to pre-pandemic levels, and that will have a big impact on people who rely on the federal program. What can you do to help? Donate money to your local food bank. They anticipate a big increase in the number of people seeking assistance. ...
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Appointing an Executor? Here’s What an Executor Cannot Do

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Thrive
March 8, 2023
If you're like most Americans — more than 60%, according to most surveys — you don't have a will. You need one. Get one. Do it today. Then read this story about what an executor can and cannot do. ...
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Should an SSI Recipient Refuse an Inheritance?

By Submitted to Northeast Ohio Thrive
February 17, 2023
When an SSI beneficiary finds out that they will receive an inheritance, their first reaction may be to refuse it. But this refusal, also known as a “disclaimer,” might worsen things for the beneficiary. There are, however, other options. ...
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Help Someone You Love Apply for Social Security

By Brandon Smith
February 14, 2023
This Valentine’s Day, take time to remind your loved ones that Social Security helps people in all stages of life. Online services provide easy and convenient ways to learn about and apply for benefits. ...
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