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Summer EBT 2025: Who’s Getting SUN Bucks This Year and How Much You’ll Receive
Summer break can be a time of joy for kids, but for many families, it also brings stress. With schools closed, millions of children lose access to the free and reduced-price meals they rely ...
TSP Withdrawal Rules at 55 vs. IRA at 59½: The Smarter Withdrawal Strategy for Federal Retirees
If you’re a federal employee nearing retirement, it’s crucial to understand how withdrawal rules differ between the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and an Individual Retirem...
Big Changes to Social Security Payments This December – Here’s What You Need to Know
Wave goodbye to the predictable paycheck day—December’s Social Security payment schedule is getting a shake-up, and you need to stay ahead of the curve. Thanks to calendar ...
Need Help with Finances During COVID-19? Check Out These Often Unclaimed Benefits
There's no question that the COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc in many lives and on the economy as a whole. Though Congress passed the CARES Act when the pandemic first struck, looking to eas...
Who Qualifies for FEMA Disaster Assistance After California Wildfires?
California’s wildfires continue to wreak havoc, prompting the federal government to step in and assist affected communities. In collaboration with state and local authorities, the Federal Emergenc...
Inflation Relief on the Way: Tax Refunds Scheduled for April 14–20 Delivery
As the April 15 tax deadline approaches, many Americans eagerly anticipate their IRS refunds, especially amid rising inflation, escalating tariffs, and increasing unemployment. These economic fac...
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. ...
Now is the Time: Your Essential Checklist for the Annual Medicare Enrollment Period — October 15 to December 7
The annual Medicare enrollment period for 2025 has officially begun and runs from October 15 to December 7. This crucial time allows Medicare beneficiaries to r...
What’s the Average Social Security Check in Your State in 2025? Here’s the Full Breakdown
It’s not that the Social Security Administration adjusts benefits based on location. Benefits are calculated based on your lifetime earnings. But state-level differences in ...
