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First-time homebuyers struggling to find an affordable house in Rochester now have a new resource to help. Applications are open for the “Buy the Block” program. The initiative began as a way to get new homes built in under-invested areas of the city. The houses are then sold to qualified, first-time homebuyers who will spend […]
Governor Hochul delivered her first proposal from the 2025 State of the State affordability agenda, and announced New York State’s first-ever Inflation Refund, which would deliver about $3 billion in direct payments to around 8.6 million New York taxpayers statewide in 2025. This new refund would send a payment of $300 to single taxpayers who […]
Visa is expected to increase some fees it charges merchants and banks for credit card payments starting Jan. 1, according to a notice last month from the processor Global Payments. That Oct. 10 notice says Visa’s “misuse” fee paid by merchants will jump by two-thirds to 15 cents, from 9 cents per transaction, while a […]
With cyber shopping season approaching for Christmas there was a report about the buy now pay later options also known as (BNPL) saying how this is very convenient for customers to be able to receive their products before paying in full, but the dark side of these options could cost more money or leave you […]
The personal finance world is awash with different strategies and challenges aimed at reducing spending, avoiding debt and bulking up savings. This time of year, you might encounter people trying out “No Spend November.” But finance experts warn this challenge is not for everyone, and there are some serious drawbacks to consider before you embark […]
The predictions are in. And experts believe Americans are going to open their wallets this holiday season. That’s the topic of today’s Consumer Alert. In fact, the National Retail Federation predicts Americans will spend up to $989 billion, about $298 billion of which will be spent online. That’s about 30 percent. Scammers follow consumer behavior. […]
Robin McElroy, a Morgan Park resident, has cherished her Chicago home since purchasing it in 2012. But now, she’s facing panic and frustration over a mix-up involving unpaid property taxes. Despite proof of consistent payments since 2012, McElory recently received a letter from the Cook County Circuit Court stating her home was sold for delinquent […]
Spirit Airlines filed for bankruptcy protection Monday, as mounting losses, unaffordable debt, increased competition for bargain-seeking airline passengers and the inability to merge with other airlines left it little choice. The airline said it will continue to operate as it restructures its debt. “Spirit expects to continue operating its business in the normal course throughout […]
Seven men face charges after as a result of a Greece Police Department investigation into illegal cannabis sales. Authorities raided nine local businesses Wednesday as part of an investigation that began in May. Red Eye, Stoneridge Plaza, Greece Red Eye, West Ridge Road & North Avenue, Greece Red Eye, East Ridge Road, Irondequoit Diva Hair […]
Applications for the federal Home Energy Assistance Program open Friday, November 1. HEAP benefits help recipients pay heating costs for their homes. Benefits are available through March 17 or until the funds are exhausted. Regular HEAP benefit amounts for the 2024-2025 year are: $21 Eligible households that live in government subsidized housing or a group […]
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