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July Inflation Report: Your Quick Guide to Winners and Losers at Checkout (Price Changes by Category)
The U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 2.7% year-over-year in July 2025, matching June’s pace, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Monthly inflation incre...
Reminder: No SSI Payment in September 2025. Here’s Why
Millions of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients need to be aware of an important schedule change this year. Normally, SSI payments are deposited on the first of every month. But in September 2025, there wil...
Medicare Prior Authorization: How the WISeR Pilot Will Affect Medicare Patients in 2026
Starting in January 2026, some people on Original Medicare will face new rules about getting care. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is launching a pilot program, k...
Fighting For Our Firefighters' Mental Health
Every day, firefighters put their lives on the line to protect our communities. They routinely confront extremely dangerous and traumatic situations, which takes an enormous toll on their mental and emotional wellbei...
Social Security Benefits Increase in Response to Higher Cost of Living
As the cost of living continues to rise, millions of Social Security recipients in the United States can look forward to an increase in their benefit payments this month. The Social Security Adm...
2025 Social Security COLA Increase: Who Will Receive Their Social Security Payment on February 26th?
Social Security beneficiaries across the United States will see an increase in their payments in 2025 thanks to the 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). This annual adjus...
Your Tax Refund Could Arrive This Week: IRS Payment Window March 24-31
Tax season may feel stressful, but the reward is worth it — that extra cash landing in your bank account. Millions of Americans look forward to their IRS tax refunds every year, often using the mo...
$1,450 Social Security Checks Rolling Out in May 2025: Who Qualifies and When to Expect Payment
Eligible Americans living on fixed incomes will soon receive a little extra help. In May 2025, some Social Security recipients will receive an additional payment of up to ...
Free Money Alert: Illinois Sending Stimulus Checks This Summer
If you live in Illinois, you could be getting free money this summer without lifting a finger. The Enhanced Money Match program from the Illinois Treasurer’s Office is actively mailing out checks to resid...
