Carmen Jones-Burke and Ponciano Allen, housing counselors at national nonprofit CCCS of MD & DE, discuss why the upcoming HECM regulations were adopted, what they involve, and how they will help affect seniors and HUD’s reverse mortgage loan program.
Don’t know how to plan for retirement? If so, you’re not alone. Here are a few steps from local nonprofit CCCS of MD & DE to help you prepare, so you’ll have a better chance to succeed once you’re there.
CCCS of MD & DE financial expert Nina Heck offers tips on how to avoid borrowing too much for college. She shares her own experiences with her daughter Heather and provides ideas on how to afford school without taking out large student loans.
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most of us will ever make. Considering the investment involved, CCCS recommends that first-time homebuyers begin their search by asking: “How can I become financially prepared?”
MD educators recently gathered for the 5th Annual MCEE Financial Education Summit. Their objective? To gain financial knowledge and resources they can take back and use in the classroom and beyond.
Having a well stocked first aid kit will help you handle a minor injury at a moments notice. There should be a first aid kit in your home and inside each family member’s car.
The Destruction of the Black Family
A little stress can be good. It energizes and motivates you. But too much takes a toll on your brain and your body. Here are ten ways to lower your stress level on the job.
Like Cholesterol, Some Discrimination is Good
The 2013 MCEE Personal Finance Challenge included 28 four-person teams from 18 MD schools. Local nonprofit CCCS of MD & DE sponsors this event to teach teens financial skills they can use for life.
There’s a lot to think about when disposing of unused, unwanted medicine and prescriptions. Proper disposal keeps these drugs out of reach of anyone not given that prescription.
The Department of Housing and Community Affairs recently released its 2012 survey of multifamily rental facilities and the data shows a tight housing market countywide.
When a busy world pulls you in every direction, sleep can drop to the bottom of your priority list. It should be near the top. A good night’s sleep is more important than you think.
May we continue to free our minds and hearts from fear and anger and find the peace, love and resilience that are so necessary at this time.
May we free our minds and hearts from fear and anger and find the peace, love and resilience that are so necessary at this time.
Early Career Preparation K-12
African Leaders Avoid U.S. Blacks
Ah, spring. The sun shines, the birds chirp, and people everywhere sneeze and cough from allergies. Spring is usually the time when people with allergies suffer the most.
14th Annual Washington Jewish Music Festival Announces Line-up: From the best of the Israeli Songbook, to punk-infused Yiddish music to kosher gospel – this year’s music festival has it all
The Meditation Museum dedicated "Kites for Peace" to the President and Congressional Leaders in peaceful support as they face a number of challenging decisions affecting all.