Making Fee-Free Financial Services Available to Everyone
The California Public Banking Option Act, or BankCal, is an initiative to establish a public bank in California with basic consumer banking services, such as checking and savings. The bill builds upon programs such as CalSavers and CalKids, which aim to address the racial wealth gap in the state, by helping all Californians have access…
Read MoreAn Update on Unemployment and Taxes: Your Questions Answered
We know that many of you have burning questions about unemployment benefits, including how they affect taxes and how they relate to the American Rescue Plan. Here are answers to some of the questions you’ve asked. What Does the American Rescue Plan Do for Me if I’m Unemployed? If you lost your job during the…
Read MoreTexas and Oklahoma: Three Reasons to File Taxes Soon, Even Though the IRS Deadline is Now June 15
Dear Texas and Oklahoma members, We know you’re out of the worst of the storm now, and we also know the damage that remains is real. We want to share some resources where you can get help if you need it: 211.org for help with bills Red Cross for family assistance You may have heard…
Read MoreWhat’s in the Third Stimulus Bill Other than Checks?
While the third stimulus payment — which we just wrote about — is a hot topic for Americans right now, there’s actually a lot more to the American Rescue Plan. Here are some of the additional benefits you could get from the relief package. Additional Support to Families In addition to stimulus payments, the American…
Read MoreThe Third Stimulus Check: Who Gets It and How To Claim It
The American Rescue Plan is a $1.9 trillion relief package to help alleviate the hardship that millions of Americans feel right now— including checks directly to families and individuals like you. Here are the details about the stimulus checks. Visit our other blog post for more details about other benefits. How Much Money Will I…
Read MoreThree Reasons to File Taxes This Year — Even if You Don’t Owe Money
Tax season is underway, but with COVID-19 affecting millions of families across the country, from job losses to medical issues, filing taxes may not be at the top of your minds. This year, more than ever, it’s important to file your taxes, especially if you lost work or haven’t received your full stimulus funds. The…
Read MoreKnow Your Rights With Your Stimulus Payment
Amidst all the turmoil of the last month, the second stimulus bill passed, and payments were issued. By now, you should have received your payment of up to $600 per child and adult in your family — assuming you are eligible. It’s critical to know your rights with the stimulus payments. Take the time to…
Read MoreAsk an Expert episode 2 follow-up: Your Questions About the Second Stimulus Bill, Answered
Earlier this month, we hosted a Facebook Live featuring our resident public policy expert, Radha Seshagiri, and moderator/marketing intern, Morgan Alford. Here are the questions Radha answered, as well as some helpful resources. 1. Am I eligible to get a stimulus check? Here’s how to check your eligibility You must: Be a U.S. citizen or…
Read MoreCalifornia Residents: Top 5 Things to Know About the Latest Stimulus
With the second stimulus bill now in action, let’s make sure you get the stimulus money you’re eligible for! If you’re a California resident, there’s some key information you need to know. (But if you’re not, make sure to read Beyond the Check: How the Second Stimulus Bill Will Benefit You.) The coverage can be…
Read MoreBeyond the Check: How the Second Stimulus Bill Will Benefit You
There has been a ton of news coverage about the second round of stimulus payments. Whether or not you’ve received a stimulus check, there’s more to the bill that could potentially benefit you. You probably don’t have time to read the 500+ pages of legislation, so we’ve done that for you. This post is a…
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