Need-To-Know Insights, Guidance, and News to Secure Your Benefits

Eligible Americans living on fixed incomes will soon receive a little extra help. In May 2025, some Social Security recipients will receive an additional payment of up to ...

If you’re aiming to secure up to $5,108 per month from Social Security in 2026, preparation starts now. While the average retiree receives far less, strategic planning can help you get closer to ...

Tax season may feel stressful, but the reward is worth it — that extra cash landing in your bank account. Millions of Americans look forward to their IRS tax refunds every year, often using the mo...

What is the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)? The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a valuable tax benefit designed to help low- to moderate-income workers and families. ...

For many students and families using VA Chapter 35 Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA), fall brings a familiar question: When will the October 2025 payment hit my account? With tuition due dates, ho...

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. ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is rolling out retroactive payments averaging $6,710 to more than 1.1 million beneficiaries following the passage of the Social Security Fairness Act in l...

As the calendar flips to July, millions of Americans are keeping an eye out for their Social Security deposits. Whether you're receiving SSI, retirement, spousal, or survivor be...

When day-to-day expenses keep rising because of inflation and economic changes, a little extra cash can offer some much-needed breathing room. The May 2025 Social Secur...