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$1,450 Social Security Checks Rolling Out in May 2025: Who Qualifies and When to Expect Payment

Eligible Americans living on fixed incomes will soon receive a little extra help. In May 2025, some Social Security recipients will receive an additional payment of up to ...

July 2025 Retirement & SSI Payment Dates: Get a Dual Boost This Month

If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), there’s one thing you can count on: your check will arrive on the 1st of each month. It’s not just a number on the calendar, it’s a li...

TANF Cash Help: When Do You Receive Your August 2025 Payment?

If you're expecting the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) payment this August, here’s what you need to know.   When Will August TANF Arrive? TANF distribution schedules vary by st...

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...

Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage: Which One Fits You Best for 2026?

The Medicare Open Enrollment Period is here, running from October 15 to December 7, 2025, with a second window from January 1 to March 31, 2026 for those already enrolled in Medicare Advantage. If ...

SNAP Benefits October 2025: Payment Schedule and Maximum Claim Amounts by State

More than 42 million Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to help cover grocery costs each month. With inflation and tariffs pushing food prices higher, knowin...

What to Expect: Significant Social Security Changes for 2023

Social Security is a critical program that provides financial stability and support to millions of Americans. As we enter 2023, several significant changes have been implemented to the Social Security system, affe...

Maximizing Your Tax Refund: The Importance of Understanding the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

What is the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)? The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a valuable tax benefit designed to help low- to moderate-income workers and families. ...

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...