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Millions of retirees and their spouses will begin receiving long-awaited back payments this week following the passage of the Social Security Fairness Act, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced. This includes approximately 2.1 million retirees and 770,000 spouses and surviving spouses who were previously affected by reductions due to the Government Pension Offset (GPO) … Read more

Wondering when your SNAP EBT benefits will arrive in February 2025? Each state follows a unique payment schedule based on case numbers, Social Security numbers, or other application details. Staying informed about these dates helps recipients plan their grocery budgets efficiently. Understanding SNAP EBT Payments The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a federal initiative … Read more

The 2025 tax season officially kicked off on January 27, 2025, giving taxpayers the opportunity to file their 2024 tax returns. While many Americans are still gathering their documents and preparing their filings, millions have already submitted their returns and are eagerly awaiting their refunds. The tax season deadline remains set for April 15, 2025, … Read more

A new round of financial relief is coming in March 2025, as eligible Americans are set to receive a $1,338 stimulus payment. With inflation still affecting households and many families struggling to keep up with living expenses, this financial aid could provide much-needed support. But who qualifies, and how can you ensure you receive your … Read more

The Wells Fargo Bank Settlement 2025 is a major compensation initiative aimed at customers affected by unauthorized accounts, improper fees, and other banking misconduct. The $2 billion settlement is intended to reimburse customers who experienced financial harm between 2011 and 2022 due to deceptive banking practices. If you were impacted, it’s essential to understand the … Read more

The EB-3 Work Visa is a pathway to permanent residency in the United States for professionals, skilled workers, and unskilled workers. It is a popular choice among foreign nationals seeking employment-based green cards, particularly those who may not qualify for EB-1 or EB-2 preference categories. However, 2025 is expected to bring significant updates to this … Read more

Social Security retirement payments are set to hit bank accounts soon, but not all recipients will receive their funds at the same time. Some retirees may have to wait until February 26, 2025, depending on their birth date and when they started receiving benefits. Who Receives Their Social Security Payment First? For retirees who began … Read more

Dearness Allowance (DA) plays a crucial role in helping central government employees and pensioners cope with rising inflation. It is revised twice a year—once in January and again in July—to ensure that salaries and pensions remain aligned with the cost of living. As 2025 approaches, employees are eagerly awaiting the next DA revision, which is … Read more

The Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) is designed to help Social Security beneficiaries keep up with inflation. The Social Security Administration (SSA) calculates COLA using the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W), tracking inflation from July to September each year. If CPI-W increases by 2.3%, Social Security benefits also rise by 2.3%. … Read more

The 2026 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) is shaping up to be significantly lower than recent years, according to early projections from experts. The nonpartisan Senior Citizens League (TSCL) anticipates a 2.3% increase, citing an expected slowdown in inflation over the next year. Meanwhile, Social Security and Medicare expert Mary Johnson predicts a slightly lower … Read more