Category: Financial Security
Success Story: Reggie James
With RealSense, James no longer worries about whether his taxes are going to be done properly or where the money is going to come from to get them prepared.
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Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Awareness Day
Because of VITA volunteer tax preparers, RealSense has been able to make an even more significant impact in helping families become financially stable for the long term.
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RealSense Rundown: Teaching Children to Save
Learning how to save is an important life skill. Learn how to start early with your kids with tips from RealSense!
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Volunteer Profile: John Giffin
It seems early for tax season, but this past week John Giffin was making sure that the CareerSource site in Yulee would partner with the United Way RealSense Tax Preparation team. As site coordinator, his volunteer efforts are year-round.
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Kimberly’s Success Story
Recently divorced and a mother of two college-aged children, Kimberly was struggling with day-to-day expenses and wasn’t sure where to turn next. She learned about United Way’s RealSense free tax preparation sites, and quickly made an appointment. Watch Kimberly’s story to see how United Way made a big impact on her life.
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RealSense Rundown: Holiday Spending Tips
Are you preparing for your holiday shopping? United Way’s RealSense initiative has some tips to help you stay on track!
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Focusing on the Building Blocks
By developing initiatives that respond to issues in education, income and health, we are meeting deserving families at the places where they need it most.
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Get Smart with RealSense
In recognition of Get Smart About Credit Day, we’d like to share about how United Way of Northeast Florida’s RealSense initiative puts Benjamin Franklin’s advice into practice.
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Five Tips to Consider Before Applying for a Credit Card
Too many credit card offerings coming through your mailbox and inbox? Choosing the right type of credit card doesn’t have to be intimidating, but it’s your responsibility to know the commitment you’re making.
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Kimberly’s Ways to Work Story
Kimberly was a single mother whose only form of transportation was the bus. When she heard about the Ways to Work program at church, she jumped at the chance to change her family’s life.
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