Week of September 12, 2024
Week of September 12, 2024
(StatePoint) Scammers are getting better at what they do all the time. According to the Data Book, Americans reported losing $10 billion to scams in 2023, a full $1 billion more than in 2022. While anyone can be a victim, elderly people are often targeted, as they are presumed to have more savings. According to CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professionals, you can help safeguard your financial future with these tips: Slow Down From romance scams to debt and IRS scams, many scammers use...
As Michigan gears up for November's pivotal presidential election, the League of Women Voters of Michigan is ramping up efforts to make this National Voter Registration Day more successful than ever. The nonpartisan group has launched a series of voter drives across the state. Paula Bowman, co-president of the league, noted when it is a presidential election year, public interest in voting typically increases and as a result, her organization has received invitations to set up registration...
The Vanguard Community Development Corporation, located in the New Center area of Detroit, honored its founder and other community leaders over the weekend. Since inception, this community-based organization has been the driving force behind positive change within the neighborhoods, surrounding its location. This is why Detroit's North End, continues to be a community of resilience. Did you know that the North End is a historic neighborhood and at one time, it was home to the city of Detroit's...
Life is a remarkable journey filled with opportunities to grow and evolve. It is a lifelong adventure that enriches lives at every stage. A notable trend post COVID is the will for more education. Universities have seen record number of applications. Many of those being adult learners. First timers, some college no degree (SCND), or other conventional and nonconventional learning programs, adults are serious about their schooling. If you are contemplating going back to school, remember that...
