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Military Disability Pay Increase 2026: What Disabled Veterans Should Expect
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...
SNAP Food Stamps Back on Track: See Your December Payment Schedule by State
After more than a month of chaos from the 43-day government shutdown, SNAP benefits are finally returning to their normal schedule this December 2025. For over 42 million Americans who rely on food...
Chase Home Lending Launches Limited-Time “Mortgage Rate Sale” Plus Stackable Home Loan Perks — Ends August 18
Borrowers could save thousands over the life of their loan with this rare offer In a move highlighting the competitive shifts in the housing market, Chase Ho...
Planning to Travel this December? Here are the Top Airline Credit Cards You Should Consider
With the travel industry rebounding and more Americans eager to explore new destinations, finding the best airline credit card can significantly enhance your travel experience. Here...
Social Security Payment Schedule for February 2025: Here’s When You’ll Get Paid
If you receive Social Security benefits, it’s important to know when your February 2025 payments will arrive so you can plan your finances. Payments are sent out on different days dep...
Year-End FSA Tips: IRS Has Expanded Eligible Purchases You Didn’t Know About
As the year comes to a close, many Americans with Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) face a common problem: what to do with leftover funds before they disappear. Most people know FSAs cover docto...
Could Your 401(k) Soon Include Real Estate, Crypto, and Private Investments? Here’s What It Means for Americans
A potential policy shift could soon change the way millions of Americans save for retirement, by allowing alternative assets like real estate projects, priva...
Social Security Recipients: Check for These Tax Forms After the Holidays
For many Social Security recipients, the days after Christmas bring more than just leftover holiday treats, they also signal the arrival of important tax paperwork from the Social Security Administration...
IRS Inflation Adjustments Could Mean Bigger Tax Breaks in 2026: Here’s How
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released the 2026 tax year inflation adjustments affecting more than 60 tax provisions, including tax brackets, standard deductions, credits, and exclusions. ...
