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Social Security for Americans Overseas: Can You Get Payments Abroad?
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...
Government Shutdown 2025: How It Affects the Military, Air Travel, Health Services, and Nutrition Programs
The U.S. government shutdown that began October 1, 2025, is rippling across essential services, sparking concerns for millions of Americans who depend on them. While ...
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...
July Inflation Report: Your Quick Guide to Winners and Losers at Checkout (Price Changes by Category)
The U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 2.7% year-over-year in July 2025, matching June’s pace, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Monthly inflation incre...
Student Loans in 2025: Major Repayment Changes Coming: Here's What You Should Know
If you have federal student loans, August 2025 could mark a turning point. Big changes are coming to repayment plans, and if you don’t act, your balance could grow faster than you ex...
U.S. Government Shutdown 2025: What It Means for Your Social Security, VA, and SNAP Benefits
As the federal government shuts down on October 1, 2025, many Americans are worried: Will my benefits stop? Below is the current picture based on contingency plans, statements by agen...
Who Qualifies for FEMA Disaster Assistance After California Wildfires?
California’s wildfires continue to wreak havoc, prompting the federal government to step in and assist affected communities. In collaboration with state and local authorities, the Federal Emergenc...
Your July Social Security Just Got a COLA Raise. Are You Getting the Full Increase?
If your Social Security deposit felt a bit bigger this year, you’re not imagining it. Thanks to the 2025 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), every check you’ve received since Janu...
Get Your 2025 Social Security Disability Benefits Quicker With Compassionate Allowances
If you or a loved one has a severe medical condition, Social Security’s Compassionate Allowances (CAL) program can help you get disability benefits faster. CAL identifies diseases...
