Money

How would you like to lower your monthly credit card and loan payments - guaranteed? It's an appealing offer for anyone especially those struggling to pay their bills.

Make your dreams of starting your own business come true by attending the June 30th Mini-Coaching Fair co-sponsored by AARP DC, the Small Business Administration and SCORE. Meet your local small business resource partners who provide expert business coaching. Learn what it takes to pursue a small business venture. Register at: SBA/Encore/AARP Mini-Coaching Fair 6-30-15

By Jean C. Setzfand

The following press release was issued by AARP on Tuesday, June 16.

The team of AARP Tax-Aide volunteers serving residents at Gwinnett Technical College this tax season set a new record. The team of about 17 volunteers filed 1,026 returns, compared to 921 last year.

Protect youself and your family from identity thiefs! Bring your boxes or bags of documents, bank statements, credit card junk mail, etc. and watch it shredded at our free shredding days in South Burlington and Rutland. Please, no more than three boxes or bags per person. Paper clips and staples don't need to be removed.

The following article is part of the AARP Connecticut 50+ Job-Seeker Series, featuring posts by AARP and local experts that are aimed at helping older workers take their job-hunting and career skills to the next level.

With the latest in smart phones, tablets and wireless web access, staying connected has never been easier. The power of wireless computing and communications puts information and resources just a click away at home or at our favorite coffee shop.

If you’ve ever thought of starting a new small business or expanding an existing one after age 50, you are not alone.

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