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

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. ...

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has confirmed early details of the 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), giving federal employees a clearer idea of what to expect next year. According ...

For millions of retirees, disabled workers, and their families, Social Security payments remain a financial lifeline. With costs for groceries, rent, and healthcare still climbing, knowing your exact deposit da...

As the government shutdown stretches on and programs like SNAP, LIHEAP, Head Start, and ACA Programs face possible disruptions, many Americans are asking another urgent question: What ...

If you or a loved one has a severe medical condition, Social Security’s Compassionate Allowances (CAL) program can help you get disability benefits faster. CAL identifies diseases...

Know when your food benefits hit your EBT card. SNAP benefits arrive each month based on your state’s schedule. In August 2025, distribution dates vary: some states load benefits on...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is set to send out the first round of August 2025 Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments this week. This is an important date...

Losing a job can create serious financial stress, especially for older adults who also rely on Social Security. A common question is: Can you get both unemployment benefits and Social Secur...

If you have federal student loans, August 2025 could mark a turning point. Big changes are coming to repayment plans, and if you don’t act, your balance could grow faster than you ex...