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Relief for Seniors: What You Need to Know About COLA-Adjusted Social Security Payments in May
As inflation and rising prices continue to challenge household budgets, the Social Security Administration (SSA) is preparing the next round of retirement benefit payments on May 14,...
Two SSI Checks in August 2025: Here’s the Schedule
If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), here is your payment schedule for August 2025 so you can plan your bills and expenses ahead. For your Social Security Payment Schedule, check it here. August ...
IRS to End Free Tax Filing Tool: Will You Have to Pay Now?
The IRS plans to shut down Direct File, a free tax filing tool many Americans used in 2025. That move could make filing taxes more expensive and harder for millions starting in 2026. Let's breakdown the key ...
Applications Open: States Can Claim Share of $50B Rural Health Program Funding
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced the Rural Health Transformation Program, a landmark $50 billion federal initiative aimed at improving health care across rural A...
The Beginner's Guide to Finding and Applying for Grants
Applying for grants can be intimidating, especially if you're new to the process. The following comprehensive beginner's guide will provide the necessary tools required to identify suitable grant opportunitie...
Kamala Harris Shines a Spotlight on Housing Affordability as a Major Political Priority
In a recent address, Vice President Kamala Harris emphasized the importance of housing affordability, marking it as one of the most pressing issues in the current political landscape. S...
Social Security Beneficiaries: Your March 19 Payment Might Be Bigger Than You Think
Thousands of retirees and disability beneficiaries in the U.S. will receive their March 19, 2025, Social Security payment, which could be as high as $5,108. The Social Security Administrati...
Who Qualifies for Denver’s $19.29 Minimum Wage in 2026?
Starting January 1, 2026, thousands of workers in Denver, Colorado, will see their hourly pay rise to $19.29, one of the highest city minimum wages in the nation. This increase, up from $17.87 in 2025, is part ...
FAQ: How Life Changes Can Increase Your Social Security or SSI Benefits
Social Security benefits don’t stay the same forever. Changes in your life, such as the death of a spouse, retirement, or financial hardship, may make you or your family members eligible for high...
