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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,...

Got a Tax Extension? File Now Using This Free IRS Tool

If you filed for a tax extension this year, you still have until October 15 to submit your return. But the IRS is urging taxpayers to file now instead of waiting until the last minute.   Why File Your Taxes Ea...

Epic Games Announces Millions in Grants For These Types of Developers

If you are a developer who could use a little help kickstarting your project, a helpful source of funding may be Epic Games. The video game titan is mostly known for creating games like Fortnite, but they ...

NBA to Offer $6M in Grants to Black Youth

The National Basketball Association (NBA) has a long record of giving black youth in America a chance to better their lives while also making a lot of money. The NBA is roughly 80% black, making it far and away the biggest majority ...

Change Your Life with Help From Personal Grants and Government Programs

Sometimes, life gets tough and you need financial help to make it through a difficult time. Fortunately, in the United States, there are personal grants and government programs that assist people from a...

Who Qualifies for FEMA Disaster Assistance After California Wildfires?

California’s wildfires continue to wreak havoc, prompting the federal government to step in and assist affected communities. In collaboration with state and local authorities, the Federal Emergenc...

Retirees: IRS Confirms April 1 Deadline for Required Retirement Plan Payments

The IRS has issued an important reminder for retirees: If you turn 73 in 2024, you must start collecting your Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) from your retirement savings plans by April 1, 202...

How Much Can You Have in Savings and Still Receive SNAP in 2025?

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) continues to serve as a vital safety net for over 40 million Americans. However, receiving benefits is not a one-time guarantee. Continued eligibility h...

Will Food Stamp Benefits Stop in November? SNAP, LIHEAP, Head Start, and ACA Programs Face Funding Crisis

As the U.S. government shutdown drags into its second month, critical federal assistance programs, including SNAP, LIHEAP, Head Start, and ACA subsidies, are facing major...