Resource Lists

Resources our clients have found useful are included below. The Institute has compiled these lists for the convenience of its clients and the general public, but cannot and does not guarantee the accuracy of the information below, nor does it warrantee the quality or appropriateness of services that may be provided by a listed organization.

Important Websites
A list of websites for organizations, Federal agencies, States and US Territories.

Pro Bono Legal Services opens new window
A link to the Pro Bono Bankruptcy Catalog published by Penn State Dickinson School of Law listing of organizations providing Pro Bono (free) legal services to those unable to afford a lawyer.

Public Assistance Resources
A state by state list of public assistance resources, such as Social Services, Veterans Affairs, Heating Assistance, WIC and others. Under Construction

Credit Bureau and Debt Collection Information
Information about limits on debt collectors, the “opt out” phone number for credit card solicitations, and contact information for the Credit Bureaus and Free Annual Credit Reports.

2007 Federal Poverty Guidelines

IRS Economic Stimulus Information (Tax Rebate)

The following flyers have been created by the IRS in order to reach out to individuals who may be eligible for the 2008 economic stimulus payment, particularly those individuals who may normally have no requirements to file a tax return.

General Info

Social Security Recipients

Veterans Affairs Recipient

Railroad Retirement Recipient

Low-Wage Workers

Glossary of Terms
A list of terms commonly used in personal finance and their definitions.