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Insights for affordable housing developers and nonprofit organizations that want to thrive
As part of our consulting services for our nonprofit, government and business clients, we share research, articles and resources about the challenges and trends in affordable housing and community services today. It is our hope that our take on these issues will give you new ideas and inspire you to continue making a difference in your community.
Know Your Credit Rating-Get your Credit Report
By law you are entitled to one free credit report a year from each of the major credit bureaus---Experian, Equifax and TransUnion---and you can find out how to get it at annualcreditreport.com.(Be sure to access this one, because other websites lure you in and charge...
Federal 2010 Tax Credit Outreach Kits Available-Earned Income and Child Tax
The Earned Income Tax Credit and the Child Tax Credit are two of the federal governments most effective ways of helping low-income families and individuals, especially during the current economic downturn.Working families and individuals need to know that when they...
Six Ways to Save Money this Holiday Season
Looking for ways to save money without sacrificing any holiday cheer? Better Business Bureau is providing advice on how consumers can cut down on spending and reduce household costs in their everyday lives without compromising the fun of the holiday season. Read...
10 Tips for Safe Online Shopping This Holiday Season
Cyber Monday - the Monday following Thanksgiving - marks the open season for online Holiday Shopping. This year, more than ever, Holiday shoppers are on the hunt for great deals and Better Business Bureau recommends 10 tips for staying safe when shopping online. Read...
Don’t Fall Prey to Identity Thieves Over the Holidays
Identity theft claimed 10 million victims in 2008, a 22 percent increase over 2007. Better Business Bureau warns that the holiday season provides many new opportunities for identity thieves to ply their trade and offers the following advice on how to keep your...