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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...
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...
How to Keep Your Social Security Paper Checks After Sept. 30
Starting October 1, 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will stop mailing paper checks to almost all beneficiaries, switching to direct deposit or the Direct Express® prepaid debit card. However, y...
Consumer Borrowing Skyrockets: How This Trend Could Impact Your Wallet
In a significant shift, US consumer borrowing has surged to levels not seen in years. According to the latest data from the Federal Reserve, consumer credit increased by a staggering $40 billion in a si...
Your November Schedule for Social Security Benefit Payments: What to Expect for the Holidays
Some Social Security recipients will see a unique schedule for their SSI payments this November, impacting December's budget. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has arran...
SSDI June 2025 Payment Dates: When Your Check Will Arrive Based on Birth Date
If you receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), knowing when your benefit arrives each month is key to managing your finances. For June 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) ...
When to Expect Your January 2025 Social Security Payments
As the new year kicks off, millions of Americans rely on Social Security benefits to manage their daily needs and secure their financial stability. To make the most of these benefits, understanding the 2025 Social S...
Automatic Stimulus Checks this 2025: See If You Qualify for $400 or $1,702 (No Application Needed!)
In 2025, two state-level programs are offering much-needed financial relief to millions of Americans. These stimulus payments, which require no paperwork or application, aim...
Triple Benefits this 2025? You May Qualify for Social Security, SSI, and Medicaid Combined
Suppose you’re living on a limited income in retirement or dealing with a disability. In that case, there’s good news: you may be eligible to receive Social Security, Sup...
