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

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will open on October 1 for the 2026-27 academic year, and this year’s form comes with major changes that could affect how much federal financial aid...

With inflation pushing food prices higher, more Americans—including students and moderate-income earners, are wondering if they qualify for SNAP benefits (formerly known as f...

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 ...

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 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...

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...

Veterans Day 2025, celebrated on November 11, honors the service of millions of U.S. military members. This year, dozens of restaurants, retailers, and attractions are offering free meals, discounts, and...

To claim that America is a polarized nation would be the understatement of the century. Not that false dichotomies are ever relevant, but America is split just about as close to 50/50 as it could possibl...

The Social Security Fairness Act, H.R. 82, has passed the U.S. House of Representatives with strong bipartisan support, signaling a potential shift in how Social Security benefits are calculated for ...