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You could receive a tax break when filing your taxes by going to a free tax preparation site. In 2024, you could earn up to $25,511 without kids or $66,819 with kids and still qualify for this tax credit.

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During rapid one-on-one sessions with finance professionals you will expand your network, share your business and explore growth opportunities.

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Access the senior resource guide for essential tips and information to safeguard your financial well-being.

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Access the senior resource guide for essential tips and information to safeguard your financial well-being.

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Romance scams prey on emotions and can lead to financial loss. Stay alert and never send money to someone you’ve only met online.

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During rapid one-on-one sessions with finance professionals you will expand your network, share your business and explore growth opportunities.

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Join us for a workshop where you will discover your options and learn about access to help.

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District Residents & Student Loans: Navigating Public Service Loan Forgiveness & Managing Repayment

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The U.S. Department of Education recently announced a temporary change to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program rules as a result of the COVID-19 national emergency. Now, for a limited time, borrowers may receive credit for past payments made on loans that would otherwise not qualify for PSLF. To learn how to take advantage of this special program, join DISB for “District Residents & Student Loans: Navigating Public Service Loan Forgiveness & Managing Repayment,” a webinar on April 5, 2022 at 6:00 pm, ET.

Featured News

01/23/2025 District of Columbia Joins $17 Million Multi-State Enforcement Settlement with Edward Jone

01/16/2025 District of Columbia Joins $80 Million Enforcement Action Against Block, Inc., Cash App for BSA/AML Violations

12/30/2024 Modified District Government Services for New Year’s Day

11/19/2024 DC Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking Reveals Findings of Study on Potential Racial Bias in Auto Insurance Premiums

09/12/2024 DC Announces 2025 Health Insurance Rates, with Rate Increases Smallest in Recent Years

05/24/2023 DISB Testimony Prior Authorization Reform Amendment Act of 2023

02/08/2023 Fiscal Years 2022-2023 Performance Oversight Hearing

10/25/2022 Associate Commissioner Philip Barlow’s Testimony for Council Hearing on Three Insurance-related Bills: The Medical Malpractice Clarification Amendment Act of 2022 (B24-0829), the Reproductive Health Care Insurance Coverage Expansion Amendment Act of 2022

09/22/2022 Commissioner Woods’ Testimony for Council Hearing on Bill 24-558: Stop Discrimination by Algorithms Act of 2021

03/07/2022 DISB Written Testimony for Council Hearing on the Professional Employer Organization Registration Act of 2021

08/06/2020 Virtual Public Hearing: 2021 Proposed Health Insurance Rates

06/15/2021 Bowser Urges Vigilance in Protecting Seniors on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

05/28/2021 Health Insurance Fraud Totaling $3.8M Results In Prison Sentence

05/19/2021 DC health insurance marketplace: history and news of the state’s exchange

04/22/2021 DISB Celebrates April as Financial Literacy Month with Free Resources for District Residents

04/19/2021 Insurance in a Time of Transition: Highlights From the 16th Annual NFI Insurance Public Policy Summit

Upcoming Events

Feb 18 2025 - 16:30

Financial Speed Networking

Feb 18 2025 - 18:00

Foreclosure Prevention Workshop: What to Do If You’re Facing Foreclosure

Feb 20 2025 - 12:00

Fin Tech and Fraud

DISB Orders New Plan to Dedicate GHMSI Excess Surplus

Department asking for public comment on new plan for dedication of excess surplus to community health reinvestment.

District Announces 2020 Health Insurance Rates

Three out of four insurers to reduce their rates.

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Financial Speed Networking - Tue, Feb 18

R.I.S.E. Demonstration Center 2730 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE

The Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking (DISB) is hosting a financial speed networking event. The event is fast-paced one-on-one consultations with professionals in the finance industry. The goal is to make quick connections, share information about your business, and explore potential ways the professionals can assist your business. Each interaction typically lasts 15 minutes, allowing attendees to meet many people in a short amount of time. The event is designed to help expand networks, build relationships, and increase visibility within the financial sector.

Please register by February 14, 2025.

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Foreclosure Prevention Workshop: What to Do If You’re Facing Foreclosure - Tue, Feb 18

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