Dealing With Medical Debt

Illness and injury can cause stress in our lives. When illness and injury lead to medical bills not covered by health insurance or other assistance, the stress can greatly increase. This stress does not help anyone get better or stay healthy. Medical debt can also...

Consumer Issues When You Aren’t Married

A variety of issues can come up when a couple lives together but is not married. This article takes a look at consumer issues that can arise. Four consumer areas that can be impacted are debt, housing, utilities, and personal property. Assisting low-income Iowans with...

Common Issues in Qualifying for Unemployment Benefits:

The sudden loss of a job can be devastating. The income of the job is gone but bills still must be paid. Unemployment benefits can help you get by until you find a new job. This article answers common questions about qualifying for unemployment benefits. Where do I...

Child Care Assistance for Low Income Families

If your household income is below a certain amount, you may qualify for childcare assistance from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). You can determine your eligibility here: https://ccmis.dhs.state.ia.us/clientportal/.The HHS Child Care Assistance...

Can They Repossess My Car?

Sometimes a car buyer cannot make payments. He or she stops paying the amount the contract requires. The borrower (person buying the vehicle) is said to “default” on the purchase agreement. The creditor (the person or business you bought the car from) is...

Buying a House

Some people who buy a home borrow the money from a bank or other lender. The seller gets paid in full for the property, and the lender takes a security interest called a mortgage against the home. It can be hard to get a home loan from a bank, especially if a person...