Texas has one of the most punitive systems in the nation for property tax debt, where private law firms can charge up to 20% on top of existing base taxes, penalties, and interest, resulting in billions of dollars in revenue for the firms.
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Is discussing finances with your date a mood killer? Here’s the tea on dating and credit
By Chris Horymski Whether young people are single, in a committed relationship, or married, the romantically inclined are as concerned with their potential (or actual) partner’s credit, perhaps even as […]
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Black small business owners more optimistic, ready for growth in 2024
Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase & Co. Despite continuing concerns about inflation and economic uncertainty, Black small business owners are more optimistic about 2024 compared to small business owners overall, according […]
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The IRS Announced Changes to Taxes. Here’s What You Need to Know
By Bria Overs Originally appeared in Word in Black The Internal Revenue Service announced the annual inflation adjustments for over 60 tax provisions earlier this month, including changes to standard tax deductions, […]
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New Survey Reveals Contrasting Views on American Health
By Alexa Spencer Originally appeared in Word in Black How do you experience America? Is it safe to take a walk in your neighborhood? Can you access social services in […]
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Taxes, state parks, infrastructure: What you need to know about the Nov. 7 constitutional amendments election
Oct. 10 is the last day to register to vote and to submit an address change for the constitutional amendment election.
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Changing Trajectories: Financial Planning Puts Black Folks on Track
Passing down financial knowledge is common in the Black community, yet there’s a potential danger in sharing incorrect financial advice that could put someone on the wrong path.
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As Deadline to File Income Taxes Approaches, African Americans Still Face Systemic Challenges
By Stacy M. Brown Originally appeared in NNPA Recent statistics show that African Americans comprise a large share of taxpayers in the United States. As the April 18 deadline to […]
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President Biden Releases $5.8 Trillion Budget Proposal
The $5.8 trillion proposal, a wish list of administration priorities, aims to reduce America’s growing deficit over the next ten years while raising military spending and aiding domestic programs. By […]