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

Disabled veterans will see their monthly VA disability compensation payments rise by 2.8% starting December 1, 2025, as part of the 2026 Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA). Read: Social Security Conf...

Many Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will see their November benefit payment hit their accounts earlier than usual this year. Since November 1 falls on a Saturday, the Social Security Administration (...

While rumors have swirled about an $800 stimulus check in May 2025, it's important to separate fact from fiction. Although there is no new federal $800 stimulus check approved by Congress, sever...

In pursuit of a just world, equity and inclusion are crucial for social progress. Empower marginalized communities and amplify their voices. Equity and inclusion grants support div...

For millions of Americans living on Social Security, health insurance is one of the biggest monthly expenses. A new House GOP health care bill is raising concerns that marketplace insurance premiums c...

While many people know about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), there are other food programs designed specifically to help seniors. Read: Secrets of Social Security: Essen...

Cash back credit cards are a must-have for savvy spenders. However, with many options available, selecting the ideal card can seem quite challenging. Well, fear not!  We've compiled a list of the best cash-back...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026, increasing benefits for about 75 million Americans who receive Social Security or Supplemental Security Inco...

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...