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3 Tips for Appealing an SSDI Rejection
Have you applied for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and received a rejection? You are not alone. Many applications for disability benefits get rejected in the initial phase. Many applications get rejected initially because of incomplete documentation...
Fixing Your Credit Report after Bankruptcy
Have you filed bankruptcy and have received or are about to receive a discharge of your debts? This is great news because it means you are one step closer to your financial fresh start. However, there is something that may interfere with your fresh start. Incorrect...
Gov. Ivey Awards $1.4 million to Help Crime Victims in the Wiregrass
According to data distributed by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, almost 23,000 Alabamians were victims of reported violent crimes in 2019. The crimes committed included: assault (i.e. domestic abuse, child abuse, sexual abuse) burglary robbery homicide Victims of...
5 Things to Understand Before Filing for Disability Benefits
Do you have a medical condition that makes it difficult for you to work? If you do, you could be eligible for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA)? The SSA’s Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program provides monthly financial...
Debt Settlement Companies May Not Offer the Better Solution
Financial hardship can happen to anyone. A sudden job loss, health problem, death in the family, etc. can cause you to become burdened by debt. Does this describe you? Are you seeking a solution to your debt problems? Have you seen the advertisements from debt...
Montgomery’s Maxwell AFB Could Be Home to New Helicopter Training Unit
Last month, the Air Force selected Montgomery’s 908th Airlift Wing located at Maxwell Air Force Base as the preferred host of the new MH-139 Grey Wolf Formal Training Unit (FTU). According to the Air Force, the new MH-139 Grey Wolf helicopter will replace the UH-1N...
How Covid-19 Has Affected Bankruptcies in Alabama
The Impact of Covid-19 Covid-19 has changed our way of life. Every day, we find ourselves having to adapt. Our economy has also been impacted by high jobless numbers and rising medical bills. Change is always challenging and these changes have had a ripple effect on...
3 Mistakes to Avoid When Filing for Bankruptcy
Are you struggling financially? Bankruptcy could provide you a financial fresh start. But, to get all the benefits of bankruptcy you should avoid these three mistakes many people make when filing bankruptcy. Filing Too Late Many people delay filing bankruptcy out of...
Mobile Mayor Explains the City’s “1000 Homes by 2026” Initiative
In his September 3, 2020 State of the City address, Mobile Mayor, Sandy Stimpson, announced the city had a plan to build or renovate 1000 affordable homes in the city by 2026. Since this announcement was only a part of his greater speech, he gave no specifics about...
Bankruptcy is not a One-Size-Fits-All Process
Unfortunately, any number of possibilities could upset your financial stability. Personal hardships such as losing your job, facing an unexpected illness or injury, and divorce are several examples. Any of these could lead to out-of-control debt. You may also be...
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