Many people in the United States are hoping for financial respite as prices rise and the economy continues to struggle. While the federal government has not verified any fresh $800 stimulus cheques for April 2025, the state of Colorado is stepping in to help its citizens. Colorado plans to provide refunds of up to $1,600…
If you own a house in Iowa, you may receive a pleasant surprise following tax season. A new plan from House Democrats may result in a $1,000 return on your property taxes, putting real money back in your pocket. The idea, contained in House Bill 691, draws from the Iowa Taxpayer Relief Fund, which has…
According to a statement issued by the department on April 14, every Social Security claim made over the phone will now be subject to a fraud prevention check. This extra layer of protection comes after considerable public backlash over an earlier proposal to decrease phone help, which would have required many vulnerable Americans to visit…
People who got notification that their personal information had been compromised in the May 2021 USAA data breach could have been eligible for a portion of a $3.25 million class action settlement. The financial services giant agreed to settle a federal lawsuit accusing it of failing to adequately protect consumer data amid a hack. Since…
Following a temporary court-ordered delay earlier this year, the United States Department of Education has announced important revisions to its Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) programs for student loans. These revisions aim to address difficulties with how monthly payments are computed, particularly those involving family size and spousal income. This suspension began in February 2025 as a…
The repeal of the contentious WEP and GPO clauses, which have been in place for decades, is expected to improve payments for more than 3.2 million public sector retirees. However, the Social Security Administration (SSA) advises that retroactive payment adjustments may be delayed by up to a year due to operational constraints. The measure, which…
You may be entitled to receive a portion of a $15 million settlement related to Cash App. Block, Inc., the app’s parent firm, agreed to the compensation following a class action complaint alleging unauthorised transactions on the site. This lawsuit is part of a growing trend of legal action against fintech companies for concerns connected…
The vast majority of people are woefully undereducated and misinformed about the best method to approach financial knowledge and retirement savings. This is especially true when it comes to the logistics of saving for retirement through Social Security. Many people, who support over 70 million Americans, may be at risk of making financial blunders because…
The Social Security Administration (SSA) delivers monthly benefit checks to up to 70 million Americans. Retirement payments are made throughout the month and are governed by criteria such as the claimant’s birth date and the length of time they have received the benefit. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits persons who are blind, crippled, or old…
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is in a state of turmoil due to forthcoming policy revisions and amendments. Stricter anti-fraud regulations restrict how company is handled. This has a significant impact on all recipients of the system. The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) seeks to improve service performance, eliminate fraud and corruption, and reduce federal…
