Insights for Every Family

In today's ever-changing economic landscape, many families find themselves in need of support to ensure their basic needs are met. Government assistance programs offer a lifeline to those struggling to afford food,...

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has rolled out major tax relief measures for farmers and ranchers impacted by severe drought conditions across the U.S. in 2025. This program applies to 49 states (with...

Every fall, students using VA Chapter 35 Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA) benefits ask the same question: When will my October payment show up? With school costs, rent, and living expenses p...

For retirees who depend on Social Security, October 15, 2025, is the date to watch. That’s when the Social Security Administration (SSA) will announce the official Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA)...

More than 70 million Americans rely on Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to pay for essentials like rent, groceries, and medical care. With inflation still driving up everyday ex...

Starting in January 2026, Medicare will launch a pilot program requiring prior authorization for a wide range of medical procedures, marking the first time traditional Medicare beneficiaries, not jus...

With inflation keeping grocery, housing, and utility prices high and new tariffs driving up the cost of everyday goods, some states are stepping in to provide extra support this September. While no ...

CalFresh, California’s version of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), provides monthly food assistance to low-income individuals and families. Payments vary based on ho...

Social Security beneficiaries could see a 2.7% Cost-Of-Living Adjustment (COLA) in 2026, according to the latest forecast from The Senior Citizens League (TSCL). That’s a...