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2025 LIHEAP Application Deadlines by State: Energy Assistance Application Periods
LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) application deadlines vary significantly by state. Many states follow a typical heating season application period in fall through spring, bu...
Don’t Miss June’s Cash Relief: $1,702 Checks and $725 Monthly Aid Now Available
From housing rebates to monthly income programs and oil-funded dividends, June 2025 is packed with direct payment opportunities for qualifying Americans. Whether you live in Alaska, Califor...
IRS Inflation Adjustments Could Mean Bigger Tax Breaks in 2026: Here’s How
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released the 2026 tax year inflation adjustments affecting more than 60 tax provisions, including tax brackets, standard deductions, credits, and exclusions. ...
SSDI Payment Schedule for November 2025: Here’s When Your Disability Check Arrives
As November 2025 approaches, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) recipients can expect their payments to follow the standard Social Security schedule, based primarily on birth da...
9 Mistakes to Avoid when Applying for Personal Grants
If you have decided to apply for a grant, you’ll need enough time to research a funding opportunity and find one that suits your needs. Then, you’ll need more time, energy, and effort to complete the applic...
Home and Housing Grants
You might be wondering if it's true that housing grants can be obtained free of cost, and truthfully, it's a bit of a yes-no situation. You can find federally endorsed programs that assist with general housing, rental establishments and down...
Social Security Confirms 2.8% COLA Increase for 2026 Beneficiaries
The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026, increasing benefits for about 75 million Americans who receive Social Security or Supplemental Security Inco...
October 2025 Social Security Payment Dates: Retirement, Survivor, and Family Benefits
In October 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will continue its monthly payment schedule for retirement, survivor, and family benefits. Millions of Americans depend on these c...
May 2025 State Stimulus Programs: Who Qualifies for Checks Up to $800
While rumors have swirled about an $800 stimulus check in May 2025, it's important to separate fact from fiction. Although there is no new federal $800 stimulus check approved by Congress, sever...