Say goodbye to retirement in April 2025 if you fail these critical requirements

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In the United States, Social Security is set to impose new conditions that could leave many without a retirement paycheck. Discover the key points to avoid being caught off guard. Retirement has long been considered the golden goal after years of dedicated work. However, new updates that will come into effect in April 2025 mean … Read more

Goodbye to Child Tax Credit phone verification: New April rules demand online or in-person ID checks

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Families claiming the Child Tax Credit must prepare for a change this month: the Social Security Administration will now require stricter identity verification. This shift could affect how fast you receive your payment, so let’s break down what you need to know. April has always signaled tax season and a flurry of paperwork. However, parents … Read more

Don’t miss your last chance to get a $1,400 stimulus check: April 2025 deadline

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Millions Can Still File for the 2021 COVID-19 Relief Payment Before Time Runs Out. Over a million Americans could still claim $1,400 from the third-round stimulus checks passed under the 2021 American Rescue Plan. The key is to file a 2021 tax return by April 15, 2025—after that, any unclaimed money goes straight to the … Read more

New identity verification in April 2025: What Social Security recipients should know

Close-up of a hand holding a Social Security card, illustrating new identity verification requirements in April 2025

Stricter Rules, Fewer Options: Will This Affect Your Payments? Beginning in April, Social Security beneficiaries who can’t verify their identity online will need to visit a local office. Many worry about the impact of simultaneous staffing cuts at the Social Security Administration (SSA). Contrary to rumors, not everyone must rush to an SSA office. New … Read more

New $6,000 Stimulus Checks in 2025: Who Qualifies and When Are Payments Made?

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Who Qualifies and How to Apply for This Federal Aid. The U.S. government has introduced a new initiative offering $6,000 in total stimulus funds to help low-income households recover from the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Unlike previous one-time checks, this program provides $500 every month until March 2025, aiming to curb poverty levels … Read more