There are multiple agencies involved in overseeing immigration in the United States. The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) is one of them. The majority of immigrants usually do not have to deal with the EOIR directly, but those who do often have little to no knowledge about the agency. …
Potential big-ticket buyers will tell you how vital a good credit score is. A car is a big-ticket item and requires a significant investment. In such cases, good credit ensures you get access to cash quickly to purchase the vehicle. But what if you have bad credit? Is it the end of the road for [&he…
At a Glance: Your country of residence refers to the country where you live permanently, having resided there for the majority of the last 12 months. It is different from your nationality, which is your country of origin. Your country of residence can be the same as your nationality if you live in t…
A balance transfer is one method people use in order to make a transaction. However, many don’t know what exactly these transfers are, and why they would pick this type of transaction over another. Are you in the same situation? If so, then this article will answer your questions and let you find ou…
At a Glance: Phone companies consider a credit score below 600 as “bad” credit, although specific criteria may vary. For example, Sprint considers a credit score of 700 and above as “excellent” and anything below 550 as “fair.” AT&T may require a deposit for c…
It can be daunting to file your U.S. taxes in a difficult year as 2020. You’re looking to save money where you can and hopefully get some tax money back. It can get even more confusing when you’re a non-citizen residing and working in the U.S. That’s why it’s important to have a good grasp [&h…
Since 2014, the Washington Alliance of Technology Workers (WashTech) has been hard at work to dismantle the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program. The latest developments in this saga happened on November 30, 2020, when Federal Court Judge Reggie B. Walton issued a summary judgment in favor of u…
As an immigrant that has permanently moved into the United States, you probably know what your goal is: to become a citizen of the US. People of a certain status may receive their citizenship through naturalization, depending on where they were born or from whom they were born. In order to obtain th…
At a Glance: Civic duties are responsibilities imposed on American citizens to meet societal standards. They include obeying federal, state, and local laws, paying taxes on income, serving on a jury when called upon, and registering for selective services, which would require mandatory military serv…
A debit card is more of a commodity than a luxury. Almost everyone who has a bank account carries one. The benefits are plentiful, and it’s a great way to go cashless. But what many people don’t know is that there’s a minimum age requirement for possessing debit cards. In this article, we’ll explain…