Kitty James

If you’re receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits and think your payments are safe from taxes — think again. While most states leave SSDI alone, nine states are still taxing these crucial benefits, and many recipients are getting blindsided this tax season. From Colorado to Vermont, these state tax policies are quietly shrinking disability […]

If you’re one of the millions of Americans enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan through UnitedHealthcare, you might think you’re getting enhanced coverage and peace of mind. But beneath the surface, recent investigations have uncovered troubling details about how these plans actually operate — and how patients might be paying the price. From secret deals

If you were born anytime between 1960 and 1970, you’re on the brink of one of the biggest financial decisions of your life — and most people in your age group are about to get it wrong. When and how you claim your Social Security benefits can mean the difference between struggling in retirement or

If you’re an SSI recipient and noticed two payments in your bank account this May, you’re not alone — and no, you’re not dreaming. Social media is buzzing with excitement and confusion over what looks like a surprise “bonus” check from the government. But before you start celebrating, here’s the real reason why two payments

If you thought government stimulus checks were a thing of the past, think again. While the days of big federal checks landing in everyone’s bank account may be over (for now), two major forms of financial help are still on the table in 2025 — and millions of Americans could qualify without realizing it. In

If you’ve heard rumors that a $5,000 stimulus payment is coming in 2025, you’re not alone — social media has exploded with claims that the federal government is gearing up to send out large checks to taxpayers. But before you start planning how to spend that money, here’s the truth: no such stimulus has been

If you’re an Alaska resident waiting for your $1,702 stimulus-style check from the state’s Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD), mark your calendar for June 18, 2025. That’s when the next round of payments will land — but only for those who are marked as “Eligible–Not Paid” by June 11. Miss that window, and you’ll be waiting

If you’ve been waiting for a big federal stimulus payout from the highly publicized $5,000 “DOGE Dividend,” don’t hold your breath — it’s stuck in political limbo. But here’s the good news: several U.S. states are stepping in with real money, and in some places, payments are already being deposited into residents’ bank accounts. That’s

Have you checked your bank account today? Thousands of Americans are waking up to a surprise deposit of up to $725, and you could be next. If you were a Facebook user during a certain time period, this unexpected payout might already be heading your way — but there’s a catch. Not everyone will get

Right now, millions of Americans might still be eligible for a surprise IRS stimulus check, and many are completely unaware. If you missed out on any of the previous payments, or if your financial situation has changed, you could be in for a big refund check from the government. But here’s the twist — the