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$650 TANF Payment in October 2025: What to Know About This Month’s Schedule

The $650 TANF Payment in October 2025 has captured the attention of many U.S. households. With living costs climbing due to inflation and uncertainty from the ongoing government shutdown, familie...

IRS Free File Starts January 26, 2026: Who Qualifies and How to Get Your Refund Faster

The IRS has confirmed that the 2026 tax filing season opens January 26, 2026, for the 2025 tax year. Filing early can help eligible taxpayers receive refunds faster and avoid l...

TANF Deposit Schedule for November 2025: Here's When Your November Payment Arrives

The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program serves as a crucial safety net. TANF provides monthly cash assistance to low-income households with children under 18, helping cove...

SSDI Payment Schedule for November 2025: Here’s When Your Disability Check Arrives

As November 2025 approaches, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) recipients can expect their payments to follow the standard Social Security schedule, based primarily on birth da...

IRS-Administered $6,000 Tax Deduction Could Boost Refunds for Seniors

Older adults continue to face higher prices for prescription drugs, groceries, and basic household goods. To help offset those rising costs, a new federal tax deduction for Americans age 65 and older cou...

IRS Inflation Adjustments Could Mean Bigger Tax Breaks in 2026: Here’s How

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released the 2026 tax year inflation adjustments affecting more than 60 tax provisions, including tax brackets, standard deductions, credits, and exclusions. ...

Seniors & Renters: Claim Up to $1,000 in Housing Relief—Property/Rent Rebate Deadline Is Near

With housing costs and inflation continuing to pressure household budgets, Pennsylvania’s expanded Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program offers vital relief for eligible seniors, ...

Your Guide to the Best Credit Cards in December 2024

Cash back credit cards are a must-have for savvy spenders. However, with many options available, selecting the ideal card can seem quite challenging. Well, fear not!  We've compiled a list of the best cash-back...

Social Security Recipients: Check for These Tax Forms After the Holidays

For many Social Security recipients, the days after Christmas bring more than just leftover holiday treats, they also signal the arrival of important tax paperwork from the Social Security Administration...