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Social Security 2024: Major Changes Announced for Benefit Payments
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has recently announced significant changes to the Social Security benefit payments for 2024. These changes aim to improve payment accuracy and program integrity wh...
IRS Announces Automatic $1,400 Stimulus Payments for Eligible Individuals This January 2025
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. ...
DOGE Stimulus Payment 2025-2026: What Americans Need to Know About the Proposed $5,000 Stimulus Plan
As inflation and rising living costs continue to strain American households, a potential new government-backed stimulus plan—called the DOGE Stimulus Payment—has g...
Medicaid Waivers Granted to Six States Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has been in the process of issuing state grants since the Coronavirus first became a serious issue in the United States. Over 20 states have received some...
Retirees: IRS Confirms April 1 Deadline for Required Retirement Plan Payments
The IRS has issued an important reminder for retirees: If you turn 73 in 2024, you must start collecting your Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) from your retirement savings plans by April 1, 202...
Beyoncé Offers New Grants for People Facing Eviction During COVID-19
Many people who achieve wealth and fame give a lot back to their communities. Singer Beyoncé is no exception to this rule. She has set up a program to distribute 100 checks in the amount of $5,00...
$6,500 Housing Bonus Available—Who Qualifies and How to Apply?
The state of Illinois has launched a $6,500 financial assistance program to support families without stable housing. This one-time rental bonus is aimed at helping families secure stable housing amid rising r...
These Organizations are Providing Significant COVID-19 Relief with Grants
One of the bright spots of the ongoing COVID-19 health crisis is the number of companies and organizations that have stepped up to award grants to those in need. Global brands from every corner of the...
$4.25 vs. $7.25: What Teens Must Know About Minimum Wage in 2025
If you’re a teen starting your first job in the U.S., you might wonder what wage you’re legally entitled to earn. Here’s a clear, updated guide on how minimum wage rules apply to young worke...