Lifestyle

Families are getting a much-needed boost this summer. A financial boost, that is. 

As of July 15, 2021, the IRS is paying half of the total Child Tax Credit, typically claimed with yearly income tax returns, in advanced monthly payments. For families who have taken a financial blow during the Covid-19 pandemic, this is really great news.

Mohammed Afzal was starting over. A single dad to a 14-year-old daughter in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Mohammed needed to rebuild his credit score, manage a new household budget and pay for extra medical expenses following his divorce.

After working for corporate healthcare companies for many years, Bobbie Mitchell set out to build her own small business in 2018. She now owns and operates a successful employment training and consulting firm in Louisville, but as Bobbie learned, making a significant life change and jumping headfirst into self-employment can bring a lot of challenges and bumps in the road. During a time of need in this transitional period, Bobbie turned to World Finance for help.

Over the years, DIY and home improvement have become a beloved hobby for many. (So much so, HGTV has made a whole television channel out of it!) Whether repairing things around the house, updating or remodeling, the possibilities are endless. In many instances, these improvements not only leave homeowners feeling empowered, they can also contribute to the overall value of the home when it comes time to sell.

Few things are more thrilling than finding the listing of your dreams. Such was the case for Kevin Gaskin, a retired military nurse and World customer. Before he ever had a dream home purchase in his sights, World worked with Kevin to help him raise his credit score by establishing healthy borrowing habits and a positive payment history, laying the foundation to get the money he needed when he needed it most. This is his story.

Labor Day is just around the corner, and this year we’ve all got a lot to celebrate. If you’re looking for ways to enjoy the long weekend, we’ve put together a handful of ideas sure to deliver maximum fun while staying within your budget.