Your November Social Security Payment Schedule: Double SSI Checks and What to Know for December

This November, Social Security recipients may see some changes in their usual payment schedule, with SSI recipients receiving two checks in November but no payment in December. ...

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What Federal Benefits Do Teachers and Firefighters Get – And How Can We Improve Them?

Teachers and firefighters dedicate their lives to serving their communities, and the U.S. federal government offers several programs to support them. While existing benefits help ease t...

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FHA Loan Changes in 2025: How They Can Help You Buy Your First (or Next) Home

For many Americans, the path to homeownership can feel out of reach, especially as property prices continue to climb. But the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) is stepping up to help. By incre...

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Goodbye Predictable Paydays: Major Changes to December’s Social Security Payments

December’s Social Security payment schedule is anything but ordinary this year, and staying ahead of these changes is essential. Holidays and weekends have prompted the Social Securit...

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2025 Social Security Changes You Need to Know About

Significant updates are on the way for Social Security in 2025. These changes could impact your benefits, your earnings, and even how much of your income is taxed. Whether you’re already receiving benefits or planni...

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Social Security Fairness Act: Restoring Benefits and Supporting Retirees

The Social Security Fairness Act, H.R. 82, is poised to make a significant impact on the financial well-being of millions of Americans. With bipartisan backing, this legislation has passed the U.S. Ho...

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Social Security’s 2024 COLA Increase: Here’s What to Know to Stay Scam-Free

Starting in January, millions of Social Security and SSI recipients will see a 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) automatically applied to their payments. While this boost helps offset infla...

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Unlock These 4 Hidden Costco Perks to Make the Most of Your Membership

For many, the annual Costco membership fee is a small price to pay for bulk savings. But if you’re only grabbing the usual bulk groceries and household essentials, you’re missing out on some...

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Food Assistance for Floridians: D-SNAP Benefits Extended to Over 400,000 Affected by Hurricanes

Good news for Floridians: More than 400,000 residents impacted by recent hurricanes can now access food assistance through the federal government. The U.S. Department of Agricul...

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How Homeowners Can Save Big with the Inflation Reduction Act

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has been a game-changer for the economy and the environment. Experts applaud the Act for its efforts to grow the U.S. economy while reducing pollution and shifting towards clean ...

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