Need-To-Know Insights, Guidance, and News to Secure Your Benefits

Good news! The IRS has announced it will send automatic payments of up to $1,400 this January to people who didn’t claim the Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2021 tax returns. ...

As of June 2025, millions of Americans relying on SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) will face new federal rules that may impact eligibility, benefit amounts, and how SNAP funds can be used. This gu...

Everyone needs help sometimes. Below you'll find tips on getting help to cover groceries, getting financial support to pay your heating and cooling bills, and getting assistance with your medical needs.   TANF: Don't ...

New Yorkers are still waiting for the promised $500 inflation relief rebate, initially proposed by Governor Kathy Hochul. While the program aims to provide direct payments to 8.6 million taxpayers, d...

With Hurricane Milton escalating into a Category 5 storm, Florida residents in high-risk areas must take immediate action to ensure their safety. Be prepared. It's now or never: A S...

Social Security beneficiaries across the United States will see an increase in their payments in 2025 thanks to the 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). This annual adjus...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is rolling out retroactive payments averaging $6,710 to more than 1.1 million beneficiaries following the passage of the Social Security Fairness Act in l...

When school is out, many families worry about how to keep kids fed. USDA’s SUN Programs are here to help, offering free meals and grocery benefits so kids get the nutrition they need ...

There's a lot of talk about grants these days, but do you really know what they're about? Is there any way to obtain personal grants? What about grants given by the government? The experts are w...