Finance

If you’re counting on a bigger Social Security check in 2026 to help with rising costs, you may want to adjust your expectations. The latest projection from the nonpartisan Senior Citizens League suggests that next year’s cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) could be just 2.4% — one of the smallest increases retirees have seen in recent years. […]

If you’re a SNAP recipient in Texas, here’s a heads-up: Some households will see their June 2025 benefits land this week — and you might be one of them. The state uses a staggered payment system to make sure not everyone is paid on the same day, and that system means that thousands of Texans

If you’re one of the millions of Americans relying on Social Security or SSI, you’ll want to mark your calendar — because some payments are arriving earlier than usual in June 2025. Thanks to how the dates fall this month, certain beneficiaries will see their money hit their accounts before the month even begins. Whether

If you’re one of the millions of Americans who depend on Social Security, get ready — the next round of monthly payments is just hours away. And for some high-income retirees, those deposits could be worth up to $5,108 this month. That’s not a typo — the Social Security Administration is preparing to deliver its

Families in California could soon see a huge financial boost — thanks to a new stimulus program that hands out $725 per month for an entire year. But here’s the catch: not everyone will qualify. This exclusive program is aimed at helping struggling families with young children, and only 200 households will be selected. Think

Taxpayers hoping for a $5,000 payday from the government’s controversial DOGE Dividend might want to pump the brakes. Elon Musk, once a vocal champion of the plan, has quietly distanced himself from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), raising serious doubts about whether the proposed “dividend checks” will ever materialize. The exit of the tech

Big news for Americans struggling with rising costs: up to $1,000 in direct payments are now being distributed in several states, including Pennsylvania, California, Georgia, and more. These payments aren’t coming from the federal government but from state-specific programs, and each has its own unique eligibility rules. From seniors and disabled residents to low-income families

Could Americans actually see $5,000 checks in their bank accounts under former President Donald Trump’s potential second term? That’s the question creating a buzz online and on cable news. The source of the excitement? A proposal tied to the so-called “DOGE Dividend” — a plan Trump has floated that would distribute stimulus payments to taxpayers

Millions of Americans counting on their June SSI payment may have already received their money — without realizing it. If you’re wondering where your $1,450 Supplemental Security Income (SSI) check is, you’re not alone. But don’t panic — the money likely hit your account early, thanks to a scheduling quirk that moved the June payment

If you’re a Wells Fargo customer, you might be in for a huge shock this month. Starting in June 2025, Wells Fargo is planning a massive wave of bank account and branch closures across the United States. This unexpected move has left many Americans asking: “Is my account safe?” or “Will my local branch be