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Navigating Government Assistance Programs for Families
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,...
Medicare Grocery Card in 2026: How to Get Extra Help With Food
The Medicare grocery card isn't part of regular Medicare, but some Medicare Advantage plans offer a food allowance to help pay for healthy groceries. Who Can Get This B...
A Major 401(k) Change Is Coming in 2026: Who Is Affected and How to Protect Your Retirement
Starting in 2026, a new IRS rule tied to SECURE 2.0 will change how some older workers can save extra money for retirement. The change affects catch-up contribut...
2026 Social Security State Tax Guide: Only 7 States Still Tax Benefits
Big news for retirees – 43 states now fully exempt Social Security benefits from state taxes in 2026! Read: Social Security Payments for January 2026 —Here’s ...
Social Security January 2026 Payment: 2.8% COLA Increase Arrives Early in December 2025
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed that the first payment reflecting the new 2.8% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2026 will arrive before the end of 2025, with Jan...
SSA Forms for 2025 Taxes: What Social Security Recipients Need to Know
The holiday season may be over, but for Social Security recipients and their families, there’s an important reminder: Social Security tax forms for 2025 will start arriving December 26. These form...
Can You Get Social Security While Living Abroad? Yes — Here’s How
Good news: Most U.S. citizens can keep receiving Social Security benefits even if they move to another country. Here’s the quick guide to what you need to know. Check If You’re Eli...
Who Can Get $500 a Month? New Details on America’s First Permanent Guaranteed Income Program
Cook County, Illinois, has become the first place in the U.S. to make a guaranteed income program permanent, following strong results from its earlier pilot. County officials app...
New Paid Family & Medical Leave Tax Credit: What It Means for Workers in 2026
Working Americans, especially family caregivers, are set to benefit from a major update in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, recently signed into law. One of the biggest wins is the expansion of th...