If you rely on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments, here’s some important news: The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed a change to the March 2025 payment schedule. Instead of arriving in March, your benefits will hit your account a day early, at the end of February. Why Is the March SSI Payment Coming Early?…
Millions of Americans receiving Social Security benefits are set to see a boost in their payments this February, thanks to a recent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), the average monthly payment for retirees will rise to $1,955, while select recipients, including those on Supplemental Security Income (SSI), will see an…
Millions of Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to afford groceries each month. If you’re a SNAP recipient, you’ll want to know when your February benefits will be deposited onto your EBT card. Payments range from $292 for single-person households to $1,756 for larger families, depending on your household size and income….
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced an updated disability compensation rate for 2025, reflecting a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). This increase ensures that veterans receiving service-connected disability benefits continue to receive payments that keep pace with inflation and rising living costs. These tax-free monthly payments are provided to veterans based on their…
The Medicaid program continues to be a lifeline for millions of low-income Americans, providing essential healthcare coverage for those who qualify. As healthcare costs rise and policy changes loom, understanding who is eligible, how much assistance is available, and how to apply is more important than ever. While Medicaid is a federally funded program, it…
Families across the United States rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to help cover the cost of food. In 2025, the maximum monthly SNAP benefit for a family of four is set at $975 in the 48 contiguous states and Washington, D.C. This amount reflects annual adjustments made to keep pace with rising…
In a major settlement following a massive data breach, DP Brokerage has agreed to compensate affected individuals with payments ranging from $50 to $5,000. If your personal information was compromised in the breach, you could be eligible for a payout. Here’s everything you need to know. What Happened? Back in December 2022, DP Brokerage, a…
Thousands of Californians may be eligible for a cash payout of up to $48 after Thomson Reuters agreed to a $27.5 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit over data privacy violations. The lawsuit claimed that the company collected and sold personal information without consent through its CLEAR platform, a powerful data tool used by law…
Millions of Social Security and SSDI beneficiaries are in for a financial boost in 2025, with payments reaching up to $3,250. This increase comes after the Social Security Administration (SSA) implemented a 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) to help seniors and disabled individuals keep up with rising expenses. If you’re currently receiving Social Security or SSDI,…
Veterans receiving disability compensation from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) have good news in 2025—a 2.5% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) will increase their monthly payments! This means those with a 100% disability rating will see an extra $94 per month in their checks, bringing the total from $3,737.85 to $3,831.30 per month. This…