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Louisiana Taxpayers: $16.9M in Refunds Must Be Claimed by Sept. 6
Thousands of Louisiana taxpayers may lose direct access to nearly $17 million in refunds this fall — unless they act fast. The Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR) has issued notices to 17,976 individ...
If You Were Born in 1959, Your Full Retirement Age Is 66 Years and 10 Months — Not 67
If you were born in 1959, you can’t get full Social Security benefits at 67. Your full retirement age is actually 66 years and 10 months, according to the Social Security Administ...
Get Your 2025 Social Security Disability Benefits Quicker With Compassionate Allowances
If you or a loved one has a severe medical condition, Social Security’s Compassionate Allowances (CAL) program can help you get disability benefits faster. CAL identifies diseases...
Is America Past Its Peak? Expert Weighs In on Retirement Challenges and Benefits
In a startling revelation, a recent analysis suggests that the US may have already seen its best days economically, raising concerns about the future of retirement for many Americans. Accordin...
Can You Get $20 an Hour in California Fast Food Jobs? What Workers Need to Know in 2025
California’s $20 minimum wage for fast food workers is now in effect, but it doesn’t apply to everyone. Here’s a clear, quick guide to see if you qualify and what step...
New FAFSA Rules for 2026: What Families Need to Know Before Applying
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will open on October 1 for the 2026-27 academic year, and this year’s form comes with major changes that could affect how much federal financial aid...
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...
Partial Government Shutdown 2026: Benefits Affected and What Happens Next
A partial government shutdown began early Saturday, January 31, 2026, after Congress failed to finalize funding for several federal agencies before the deadline. This is not a full shutdown. Only age...
CalFresh Recertification August 2025: Don’t Miss This Deadline or You Might Lose Benefits
If you receive CalFresh benefits in California, there’s an important deadline coming up in August 2025 that could affect your monthly food support. To keep your benefits going...
