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How to Apply or Recertify for Public Assistance Benefits in DC
If you live in Washington, DC, and need help with food, medical costs, or financial support, you can apply for multiple programs using one simple application. If you could use a little extra help, see what bene...
Summer EBT 2025: Who’s Getting SUN Bucks This Year and How Much You’ll Receive
Summer break can be a time of joy for kids, but for many families, it also brings stress. With schools closed, millions of children lose access to the free and reduced-price meals they rely ...
Can You Get $20 an Hour in California Fast Food Jobs? What Workers Need to Know in 2025
California’s $20 minimum wage for fast food workers is now in effect, but it doesn’t apply to everyone. Here’s a clear, quick guide to see if you qualify and what step...
Social Security Payments September 2025: Exact Dates You’ll Get Paid
From rent to groceries to everyday expenses, Social Security remains a financial anchor for millions of Americans every month. But with Labor Day falling on Monday, Sept. 1, 2025, many beneficiaries are...
IRS Announces Automatic $1,400 Stimulus Payments for Eligible Individuals This January 2025
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. ...
Why Your Social Security Payment Won’t Increase in March 2025
Americans expecting a higher Social Security payment in March 2025 should be aware that benefits will remain the same as in February. While annual increases occur due to Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLA), thes...
When Will You Get Your Social Security Check in July 2025? Here's the Full Payment Schedule
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...
TANF Cash Help: When Do You Receive Your August 2025 Payment?
If you're expecting the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) payment this August, here’s what you need to know. When Will August TANF Arrive? TANF distribution schedules vary by st...
What’s the Average Social Security Check in Your State in 2025? Here’s the Full Breakdown
It’s not that the Social Security Administration adjusts benefits based on location. Benefits are calculated based on your lifetime earnings. But state-level differences in ...
