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How to Score a Huge Discount on Amazon Prime with Your SNAP or EBT Card

Amazon has introduced a great way to make its services more affordable for those receiving government assistance, even after increasing the annual price of its Prime membership. Shoppers who are enroll...

2025’s 2.5% Social Security Boost: Will It Really Help Retirees Keep Up with Rising Costs?

In 2025, Social Security recipients will see a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to help keep up with rising costs. Read: Get Ready for a Boost: Why the 2025 Social Securi...

Maine’s New Paid Family Leave Program: A Game-Changer for Workers and Families

The state of Maine is stepping up to support workers and families with a game-changing initiative: a Paid Family and Medical Leave Program. The Maine Department of Labor has finalized the rul...

Alaska Residents: Do You Qualify for the $1,702 PFD Payment in 2025?

Alaska’s Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) for 2025 has been set at $1,702 per eligible resident, an increase from last year’s $1,312. This payment, funded by the state’s oil and gas revenue...

2025 SNAP Benefits: Who Qualifies as Part of Your Household?

If you're applying for or renewing SNAP benefits in 2025, one crucial factor can impact your eligibility and benefit amount: who’s in your household. SNAP—short for the Supplemental Nutrition Assi...

September 2025 Stimulus Payments: Relief for Parents and Seniors

With inflation keeping grocery, housing, and utility prices high and new tariffs driving up the cost of everyday goods, some states are stepping in to provide extra support this September. While no ...

A Matter of Life and Death: President Biden's Plea for Immediate Evacuations Ahead of Category 5 Hurricane Milton

As Hurricane Milton intensifies to a Category 5 storm, President Joe Biden has made a desperate plea for Floridians to evacuate. Here's a recommended artic...

Americans Could Get Checks Worth Up to $10,150: Here’s How to Claim Yours

Millions of Americans may be owed cash from major companies, but time is running out to file a claim. Several nationwide settlements remain open through the end of 2025, offering eligible consumers...

Accessing Medicaid Payments for Assisted Living: A Comprehensive Guide

  As individuals age and require additional support, assisted living facilities offer a viable solution to maintain a quality lifestyle. However, financing assisted living can be a significant concer...