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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...
Government Assistance Programs That Citizens Should Follow Up
Citizens can take advantage of many government assistance programs to get their needed help. However, many people do not follow up on these programs, which is a mistake. Over the years, the US government has facil...
Social Security Check Arrivals for June 2025—Don’t Miss Your Date
As June approaches, Social Security beneficiaries must be aware of the upcoming payment dates and eligibility criteria to ensure timely receipt of benefits. June 2025 Payment Dates The Social ...
April 2025 Stimulus Payments: Unclaimed Relief Funds and State-Specific Payouts You Should Know About
With rising prices and financial uncertainty still affecting millions of Americans, every dollar counts. Yet, more than a million taxpayers have unknowingly left money on ...
Is Using Your 401(k) to Pay Off Your Mortgage a Smart Move? Discover the Unexpected Pros and Cons
Retirement savings and homeownership are two pillars of financial security. But when you have a sizable 401(k) and a looming mortgage, you might wonder: should you dip into yo...
SNAP Food Stamps Back on Track: See Your December Payment Schedule by State
After more than a month of chaos from the 43-day government shutdown, SNAP benefits are finally returning to their normal schedule this December 2025. For over 42 million Americans who rely on food...
Social Security COLA Increase: What Beneficiaries Need to Know to Avoid Scams
Starting in January, Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will receive a 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) increase to help offset inflation, automatically applied t...
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...
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Who couldn't use a little extra spending money these days? Between rising prices and economic uncertainty, many families are looking for ways to supplement their income. One easy option is taking online...