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SSDI Payment Dates for July 2025: Here’s Who Gets Checks Before Independence Day

In July 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has set a schedule that means some SSDI beneficiaries will receive their payments before Independence Day.   SSDI Payment Dates B...

Did You Leave a Job? Your Old 401(k) Might Be Worth More Than You Think

If you’ve ever switched jobs, your retirement money might not have come with you. Millions of Americans are in the same boat. According to Capitalize, over $1.7 trillion is sitting in forgotten o...

Automatic Stimulus Checks this 2025: See If You Qualify for $400 or $1,702 (No Application Needed!)

In 2025, two state-level programs are offering much-needed financial relief to millions of Americans. These stimulus payments, which require no paperwork or application, aim...

Summer EBT 2025: Who’s Getting SUN Bucks This Year and How Much You’ll Receive

Summer break can be a time of joy for kids, but for many families, it also brings stress. With schools closed, millions of children lose access to the free and reduced-price meals they rely ...

What’s the Average Social Security Check in Your State in 2025? Here’s the Full Breakdown

It’s not that the Social Security Administration adjusts benefits based on location. Benefits are calculated based on your lifetime earnings. But state-level differences in ...

New SNAP Payment Amounts with 2.4% COLA: Expect Changes this October 2025

If you’re receiving SNAP or have recently applied, it’s essential to understand how much you could receive, what eligibility rules apply, and what changes may occur in the months ahead, part...

Get $120 per Child This Summer with the 2025 SUN Bucks Program

The school year may be over, but hunger doesn’t take a vacation. To help families keep kids well-fed during the summer months, the federal government is rolling out the 2025 Summer EBT program, also known...

RIFs, VERA, and VSIP in 2025: What Happens to Your TSP, FEHB, and Pension in a Federal RIF?

As 2025 continues, many federal employees face uncertainty due to agency restructuring, early retirement offers, and potential Reductions in Force (RIFs). Understanding your rights,...

TSP Withdrawal Rules at 55 vs. IRA at 59½: The Smarter Withdrawal Strategy for Federal Retirees

If you’re a federal employee nearing retirement, it’s crucial to understand how withdrawal rules differ between the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) and an Individual Retirem...