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Category: Blindness or Low Vision
Welcome to our blindness or low vision category, where everything is created from a blindness perspective. Penny Forward is a nonprofit organization founded and led by blind people, driven by the belief that financial independence is truly for everyone. Here, you’ll find articles, podcast episodes, and workshop recordings—all designed to help both the blind and sighted communities achieve their financial goals. Explore this section to gain insights and practical advice on building financial , regardless of your level of vision.
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Amazon Prime to End Invitee Perk
Starting October 1, 2025, Amazon will end its Prime Invitee program, which let members share their free two-day shipping with someone outside their household.
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Auto-IRAs Expand to Five New States
Workers in Delaware, Maine, New Jersey, Vermont, and Nevada now have access to automatic individual retirement accounts, or auto-IRAs, thanks to new programs launched between 2024 and 2025.
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How an ER Visit Can Hurt Your Credit
An unexpected trip to the emergency room can be stressful enough — but the bills that follow can also put your credit at risk.
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Budgeting for a Guide Dog: From Training to Retirement
September is National Guide Dog Month, and we’re kicking it off with a practical workshop on the financial side of guide dog ownership.
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Colleges Can Limit Student Loans by Major
Starting July 1, 2026, colleges will gain expanded authority to restrict how much students can borrow in federal loans — and the rules could vary depending on a student’s major.
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DFW Blind & Disabilities Lions Club Launch
Hello, friends, neighbors, and changemakers from across the DFW area and beyond!
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Bad Credit Could Cost You a Job
If you’re applying for a job, your credit history may play a bigger role than you think.
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Back to School, Back to Skills
Back-to-back season is a reminder that learning never stops.
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Is a $12,000 Raise Worth Switching Jobs?
Getting a job offer with a $12,000 raise can feel like an easy “yes.”