Need-To-Know Insights, Guidance, and News to Secure Your Benefits

A partial government shutdown began early Saturday, January 31, 2026, after Congress failed to finalize funding for several federal agencies before the deadline. This is not a full shutdown. Only age...

Older adults continue to face higher prices for prescription drugs, groceries, and basic household goods. To help offset those rising costs, a new federal tax deduction for Americans age 65 and older cou...

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...

The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program continues to support thousands of U.S. households as fiscal year 2026 begins. TANF provides direct cash assistance for housing, food, and utilities ...

For millions of Americans living on Social Security, health insurance is one of the biggest monthly expenses. A new House GOP health care bill is raising concerns that marketplace insurance premiums c...

Low-income households may be able to get a free or heavily discounted iPhone in 2025, thanks to the federal Lifeline Program. This program helps families stay connected by offering free ...

Several U.S. states are giving residents a financial boost before the year closes. These aren’t federal tax refunds, they come from state surpluses, dividend programs, or inflation relie...

If you're a U.S. citizen living or traveling abroad, you can usually keep receiving your Social Security payments. Here’s a simple guide to understanding who qualifies and how to get your benef...

As the year comes to a close, many Americans with Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) face a common problem: what to do with leftover funds before they disappear. Most people know FSAs cover docto...