US, UK, World: Government benefits that common people should know
How to Get, Replace, or Correct a Social Security Card with Ease: Need a first-time Social Security number (SSN) and card for yourself or a newborn, or do you need to replace or correct a card? This plain-language guide walks you through the exact steps, required documents, timelines, special cases (baby at birth, living abroad), … Read more
How to Apply Social Security Benefits: Whether you’re planning retirement, applying for disability, or claiming survivor or family benefits, this step-by-step guide shows exactly which Social Security benefits exist, how to apply (online, by phone, or in person), what documents you’ll need, how benefit payment dates work, and how to manage your account after you’re … Read more
How to Avail Financial Assistance and Social Services (FASS): The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) runs the Financial Assistance and Social Services (FASS) program to help eligible American Indian and Alaska Native individuals and families who cannot access TANF. FASS can cover basic needs (food, clothing, utilities, shelter), child care, emergency help after disasters, adult … Read more
How to Get Discounted Telephone or Internet Service: Lifeline is a federal program that gives eligible low-income households a monthly discount on phone or internet service. This practical guide explains who qualifies, the documents you’ll need, how to apply (online, by mail, or through a provider), how to get help if something goes wrong, and … Read more
Get Government Help with Energy Bills and Disconnection: If rising heating or cooling bills are squeezing your budget — or if your utility is threatening disconnection — two core federal programs can help: LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) for bill payments and emergency help, and WAP (Weatherization Assistance Program) for home energy upgrades … Read more
Filing a Complaint Against a Landlord with Ease: If you’ve tried to fix a problem with your landlord or management company and it hasn’t worked, you have options. This guide walks you step-by-step from documenting the problem and sending a clear written demand to where to file official complaints (including HUD if your building is … Read more
Steps to Change Your Address with Ease: Moving is stressful — changing your address doesn’t have to be. This clear, step-by-step guide shows you how to forward mail with the U.S. Postal Service, notify key federal agencies (IRS, Social Security, USCIS, Veterans), update voter and motor-vehicle records, avoid scammers, and keep a printable checklist. Information … Read more
7 Clear Steps to Get Housing Assistance for Native Americans: If you are Native American or Alaska Native — whether you live on tribal trust land, near a reservation, or on private land — several federal programs can help you repair, buy, build, or renovate a home. This guide explains the main programs (HIP, Section … Read more
Get Benefitted from Real Estate and Federal Lands for Sale by the Government: Buying government-owned property — from single-family homes to undeveloped federal land — can unlock bargains and unique opportunities. This guide explains how federal real estate sales and auctions work, where to look, how to evaluate deals, and step-by-step tactics to compete confidently … Read more
Homeownership Program for Low Income Americans: If you already receive a Housing Choice Voucher (HCV/Section 8), some Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) let you use that voucher to buy your first home and receive monthly assistance for certain homeownership costs. This plain-language guide explains eligibility, the application flow, required documents, and practical next steps so low-income … Read more