New York Republicans aim to access unused green energy funds to provide credits for increasing utility costs
Republicans Propose Green Energy Fund for NY Utility Relief ALBANY – Congressional Republicans are looking to activate a dormant multibillion-dollar “green” energy fund to offer rebates and credits to help New Yorkers manage soaring electricity and gas bills. This initiative is part of a wider range of proposals introduced by Republican lawmakers that aim to […]
IRS warns about two common tax credits that may postpone your refund for weeks. Be aware to avoid stress.
Tax season is here, and many people are eagerly anticipating their refunds. However, delays may affect millions of Americans, as suggested by a recent statement from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), indicating that certain regulations could slow down processing times for those utilizing two widely used programs. The IRS mentions on its website that, “We […]
85,000 Pennie customers canceled health plans as tax credits decreased and costs increased.
Pennsylvania’s ACA Marketplace Reports Significant Coverage Loss Pennsylvania’s Affordable Care Act Marketplace shared on Monday that approximately 85,000 individuals who enrolled in low-cost plans in 2025 did not renew their coverage this year. This drop follows the expiration of the expanded tax credits that previously helped lower costs for consumers. With premiums increasing, on average, […]
Millions of Americans Encouraged to Check Tax Credits
New York State Encourages Taxpayers to Review Eligibility for Tax Credits New York state is urging millions of taxpayers to assess their eligibility for various tax credits as we approach the 2026 tax season. For the 2025 tax year, both the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Empire State Child Credit could lead to substantial […]
The Generosity of 100,000 Points and Double Dip Credits from Strata Elite Must Be an Error
Citi Strata Elite Card Overview Citi has launched its latest premium rewards credit card, the Citi Strata Elite Card, aiming to stand out in a competitive market. With an annual fee of $595, it’s slightly less expensive than some other options, like the Sapphire Reserve or Amex Platinum, and it offers significant value, especially in […]
What changes in deductions and credits will affect your 2026 tax return?
Changes to Tax Law for the 2025 Filing Season As we enter the 2026 filing season, it’s clear that numerous adjustments to tax law will impact most taxpayers’ returns significantly, particularly in contrast to last year’s limited inflation adjustments from the IRS. Passed in July 2025, the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill” not only extended […]
Several states increase ACA subsidies as federal tax credits end.
States Boost Assistance for ACA Plans Amid Federal Aid Cuts Six states are stepping up efforts to help ease the financial burdens associated with Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans. With the lapse of federal funding, many Americans are facing increasing insurance premiums. California, Colorado, Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, and New Mexico have all raised their state […]
Sen. Deb Fischer reveals the surprising reality of EV tax credits and who truly benefited.
Concerns Over Electric Vehicle Tax Credits In 2022, Democrats passed what they termed the Inflation Control Act. At the time, its name seemed a bit misleading, and now it’s clear that inflation wasn’t actually contained. Rather, the act directed hundreds of billions in taxpayer money toward Green New Deal subsidies, particularly electric vehicle (EV) tax […]
Idaho providing $50 million in tax credits for private education, but applications need to be submitted soon.
IDAHO FALLS — Parental Choice Tax Credit Now Open for Applications As of January 1, Idaho’s Parental Choice Tax Credit bill is officially in effect, and families can now start applying. Signed into law by Governor Brad Little in February 2025, HB93 allocates up to $50 million in state funding to assist families with “qualified […]
Verizon to provide $20 credits following Wednesday’s 10-hour service disruption across the country
Verizon Offers Credit After Nationwide Outage Verizon has announced that it will provide a $20 account credit to customers affected by a nationwide outage that occurred on Wednesday. The outage lasted about ten hours, putting many users in “SOS mode” and interrupting some 911 services, which led to a wave of complaints. On Thursday, the […]