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Your Guide to the Best Credit Cards in December 2024

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...

America’s Food Lifelines: 20 Largest Food Banks Ready to Help You

Americans may lose their SNAP food benefits in November 2025 if the federal government shutdown continues. Several states including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, New York, and Texas have issued alert...

December Food Assistance Programs for Seniors: What You Can Get Besides SNAP

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...

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...

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...

SSI Reminder: November Payments Arrive Early on October 31

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 (...

TANF Cash Assistance in June 2025: When Will You Get Your Payment and How Much Can You Expect?

For families in financial need, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) can be a critical support system—especially when it comes to covering everyday essentials like r...

Social Security Payment Schedule for December 2025: Here Are Your Exact Deposit Dates

December is one of the busiest months for seniors and disability beneficiaries and knowing your Social Security payment dates can help you budget for holiday expenses, end-of-year bills, and...

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...