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Good news for Social Security beneficiaries—your payments are increasing in 2025! Thanks to a 2.5% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA), monthly benefits have gone up across the board. ...

While the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is well-known, several other food assistance programs are specifically designed for seniors. These programs can provide additional support, ensuring se...

Cook County, Illinois, has become the first place in the U.S. to make a guaranteed income program permanent, following strong results from its earlier pilot. County officials app...

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a valuable benefit for low to moderate-income individuals and families in the United States. It provides a refundable tax credit, meaning it can reduce your tax liability and r...

Every fall, students using VA Chapter 35 Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA) benefits ask the same question: When will my October payment show up? With school costs, rent, and living expenses p...

Starting in 2026, many Medicare beneficiaries will face higher IRMAA surcharges on their Part B and Part D premiums. With both income brackets and surcharges rising, retirees could pay significan...

This August, many Social Security recipients will find a surprise in their bank accounts: an extra payment. This unexpected financial boost is a result of the Social Security Administration's (S...

Working Americans, especially family caregivers, are set to benefit from a major update in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, recently signed into law. One of the biggest wins is the expansion of th...

Medicare costs can add up quickly, especially for retirees on a fixed income. Medicare Savings Programs (MSPs) help by covering Medicare Part A and Part B premiums, deductibles, and copays, reducing out-of-pocke...