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IRS Free File Starts January 26, 2026: Who Qualifies and How to Get Your Refund Faster

The IRS has confirmed that the 2026 tax filing season opens January 26, 2026, for the 2025 tax year. Filing early can help eligible taxpayers receive refunds faster and avoid l...

May 2025 State Stimulus Programs: Who Qualifies for Checks Up to $800

While rumors have swirled about an $800 stimulus check in May 2025, it's important to separate fact from fiction. Although there is no new federal $800 stimulus check approved by Congress, sever...

TANF Deposit Schedule for November 2025: Here's When Your November Payment Arrives

The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program serves as a crucial safety net. TANF provides monthly cash assistance to low-income households with children under 18, helping cove...

SSDI Payment Schedule for November 2025: Here’s When Your Disability Check Arrives

As November 2025 approaches, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) recipients can expect their payments to follow the standard Social Security schedule, based primarily on birth da...

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. ...

Seniors & Renters: Claim Up to $1,000 in Housing Relief—Property/Rent Rebate Deadline Is Near

With housing costs and inflation continuing to pressure household budgets, Pennsylvania’s expanded Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program offers vital relief for eligible seniors, ...

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 (...

SSDI December 2025 Payment Schedule: Here’s When Your Check Arrives

December is a busy month for millions of disability beneficiaries, and knowing exactly when your SSDI payment arrives can help you plan for holiday expenses, bills, and rising costs. The Social Security ...

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...