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Urgent: Set Up Direct Deposit Before Social Security Ends Paper Checks

A big change is coming for anyone receiving Social Security and other federal benefits. By September 30, 2025, paper checks will officially end, with all payments moving to direct deposit or other digit...

Top National and State Grants to Grow Your Small Business for 2020

Small business grants are like "free money." You don't have to think about interest rates and paying the loan back every month in installment payments. The only caveat is that there are specific ...

Medicare Makeover: Biden's Boost for Better Care

The recent announcement from the Biden-Harris administration brings good news for Medicare Advantage and Part D beneficiaries as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Med...

University of Virginia Agrees to Pay the Government $1 Million for Mistakes in Invoicing against Federal Grants

When grant recipients get money from the federal government, it does not come without strings attached. There is an entire body of law laid out in both government-...

Types of Personal Grants You Can Apply from the United States Government

The American government provides aid to its citizens who struggle with different financial challenges. For example, it disbursed funds through various state agencies to support people during the pandemi...

July 2025 Retirement & SSI Payment Dates: Get a Dual Boost This Month

If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), there’s one thing you can count on: your check will arrive on the 1st of each month. It’s not just a number on the calendar, it’s a li...

Breaking Down VA Benefits Chapters: Your Complete Guide to GI Bill & More

If you’re a veteran, service member, or dependent, the VA offers different education benefit chapters. Here’s the breakdown so you can see which one fits you:   Chapter 30 &ndash...

More Than 400,000 Student Loan Borrowers Impacted by Incorrect Monthly Payments

Recent news reveals an unsettling discovery for those grappling with the weight of student loans: more than 400,000 student loan borrowers have been victims of erroneous monthly payment calculat...

$1,450 Social Security Checks Rolling Out in May 2025: Who Qualifies and When to Expect Payment

Eligible Americans living on fixed incomes will soon receive a little extra help. In May 2025, some Social Security recipients will receive an additional payment of up to ...