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What You Need to Know About Social Security Payments During a Government Shutdown
As the possibility of a government shutdown looms, many Social Security beneficiaries are concerned about how their payments might be affected. Understanding the impact of a government shutdo...
Year-End FSA Tips: IRS Has Expanded Eligible Purchases You Didn’t Know About
As the year comes to a close, many Americans with Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) face a common problem: what to do with leftover funds before they disappear. Most people know FSAs cover docto...
How Long You Need to Work to Get Social Security in 2025
If you’re planning for retirement, understanding how Social Security credits work is essential. Many people assume that just working for a few years guarantees monthly Social Security benefits, but the reality ...
March 2025 Social Security Payment Schedule
The Social Security Administration (SSA) follows a structured monthly schedule to distribute benefits. The payment date depends on the beneficiary’s birth date and whether they started receiving Social Security before May 1...
Your October Schedule for Social Security Benefit Payments
As we step into October, it's time to mark your calendars for the upcoming Social Security benefit payments! If you rely on Social Security, knowing the payment dates can help you plan your finances more effect...
Free Phones with Food Stamps: How to Get a Phone and Internet for Free through SNAP in Your State
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps, helps low-income families afford nutritious food. Beyond food assistance, SNAP recipients ...
2025 SSI Benefits Update: How Much Can You Receive Each Month?
The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program provides financial assistance to low-income individuals who are elderly, blind, or disabled. Each year, the maximum SSI payment is adjusted based on the Cost-of-Li...
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...
USAA VA Disability Payments: When Will November 2025 Funds Arrive?
Veterans receiving monthly disability benefits through the VA and USAA should note an important date this November 2025. Officially, the VA schedules November payments to hit accounts on Monday, December 1,...
