Social Security will begin its August 2025 disability deposits on August 13; see if you’re up first. Millions of disabled workers count on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) to keep the lights on. If you’re one of them, you’re probably circling your calendar right now. Here’s the quick answer: the first round of money hits in ten … Read more
An above‑average cost‑of‑living adjustment is coming, but retirees could still feel poorer once the dust settles. Retirees counting on their October 15 Social Security announcement may see a headline figure near a 2.6 %–2.7 % raise in 2026. Sounds encouraging, right? Unfortunately, a closer look shows many households will lose ground once inflation and Medicare premiums get … Read more
Hopeful Alaskans can start planning their budgets: the state’s popular Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) program has locked in a $1,702 payout for the final wave of recipients this August. As July gives way to August, one question is on many lips—will your name appear on the next payment list? Below is a quick rundown of … Read more
The Social Security Administration’s next anti‑fraud move may look small on paper, yet advocates warn it could force 3.4 million older Americans to queue up in person before summer’s end. For years, a quick call has been enough to update an address or request a benefit letter. That may change on August 18, when the SSA expects … Read more
Proposed anti‑fraud rule would push beneficiaries online or to field offices, adding travel and wait times as early as Aug. 18. The Social Security Administration (SSA) is eyeing another makeover, and this one may hit the hold button for older Americans. Under a draft rule, anyone who wants to change an address, request a benefit letter, … Read more
New analysis warns that the looming depletion of the Old‑Age and Survivors Insurance (OASI) trust fund would slash benefits for millions of households. The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget (CRFB) projects that couples with two lifetime earners who retire in January 2033 would collect roughly $18,100 less per year than today—about a 24 % haircut. The … Read more
Collectors’ hearts race at the thought of snagging a small copper coin that could wipe out a car loan. The legendary Lincoln Wheat Penny, minted from 1909 to 1958, occasionally commands five‑figure prices—yet many Americans still toss these cents in tip jars without a second glance. Even everyday savers could, in theory, unearth one of the hobby’s … Read more
New digital checkout tools aim to turn quick, smartphone‑size donations into a fresh weapon against runaway public borrowing. The Treasury Department is inviting everyday Americans to do something once reserved for policy wonks: pitch in directly to lower the national debt. Under a quiet update to its “Gift Contributions to Reduce the Public Debt” page, … Read more
Millions of U.S. workers may soon need to adjust their retirement game‑plan. Lawmakers are weighing a proposal to raise the full retirement age (FRA) from 67 to 69 beginning in 2026, arguing it will shore up Social Security’s finances. The change would roll out gradually through 2033, extending trust‑fund solvency past the projected depletion date … Read more
Millions of Americans who rely on popular payment apps may soon feel the pinch as JPMorgan Chase starts charging fintechs for banking‑data access. JPMorgan Chase, the nation’s largest bank, is ending years of free access that allowed companies like PayPal, Venmo, and Coinbase to retrieve checking‑account information for peer‑to‑peer transfers and budgeting tools. Bloomberg reports … Read more
The repeal of WEP/GPO and a higher clawback cap roll out this year, reshaping payments for millions of retirees and disabled workers. If you rely on Social Security, two fresh policy shifts could bump your deposit up—or slice it in half—before the summer ends. One expands payments for 3.1 million public servants; the other lets the … Read more
Over 1 million recipients face automatic offsets for unpaid federal debts; here’s the playbook to keep as much of your benefit as possible. Starting July 24, 2025, Uncle Sam will begin skimming benefits from Americans who owe federal debts. Retirees, disabled workers, and survivors who rely on Social Security could see smaller deposits unless they act fast. The stakes … Read more
If you’re 65, living in your late mother’s house, and planning to retire at 70 with little savings, there are still ways forward. Planning for retirement may feel daunting, especially when your savings are low, but don’t lose hope. If you’re 65 years old, making $40,000 per year, and expecting $1,890 monthly from Social Security … Read more
Social Security’s next Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payday is set for Friday, August 1, 2025—just three weeks away for millions of low‑income seniors and people with disabilities. Social Security will deposit the month’s only SSI check on August 1. Eligible single recipients can receive as much as $967, while married couples who both qualify may collect up to $1,450. … Read more
Millions of current and former Prudential Financial customers can soon claim cash after hackers exposed their personal data early last year. The newly published settlement spells out who qualifies, how much is on the table, and the paperwork required. Prudential will fund a $4.75‑million pool that returns up to $5,000 per person for documented expenses, … Read more
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed that beginning in July 2025, beneficiaries who were paid more than they were owed between 2015 and 2022 will see half of each monthly check withheld until the debt is cleared. The move targets roughly $72 billion in improper payments. Roughly two million retirees, disability recipients, and survivors may be affected, according to the … Read more
Millions who owe the Social Security Administration (SSA) can now clear their balance for a fraction of the original amount, thanks to the IRS “offer in compromise” program. The SSA has confirmed that struggling beneficiaries may settle old debts for as little as 80 percent of what they owe—and sometimes even less—if they prove full repayment … Read more
Bigger checks, strict dates, and what every retiree should know before Wednesday arrives. If your birthday falls between July 1 and July 10, the Social Security Administration (SSA) is lining up your July payment for Wednesday, July 9, 2025. Thanks to this year’s 2.5 percent cost‑of‑living adjustment (COLA), the deposit will look a little healthier—yet there are caps and deadlines … Read more
Thousands of former and current employees—and even some loyal customers—could soon receive cash and credit‑monitoring services after the food‑distribution giant settled a class action tied to last year’s cyberattack. Sysco’s 2023 breach exposed personal data and sent recipients scrambling to guard against fraud. Now, under a settlement filed in federal court, the company has set … Read more
The full retirement age edges higher again, reshaping timelines, benefit amounts, and the way millions of Americans map out their golden years. For workers born in 1959, the finish line just moved—full retirement age (FRA) climbs to 66 years and 10 months on Jan. 1, 2025. Anyone born in 1960 or later still faces the 67‑year mark, yet even that number … Read more