Families Hit by Inflation? These States Offer Stimulus in September

Households across the U.S. are feeling the pressure as inflation keeps prices elevated and new tariffs drive up the cost of imports. While the federal government has not approved a nationwide stimulus this...

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CalFresh in California: How Much SNAP Benefits Can Your Family Get?

CalFresh, California’s food assistance program under SNAP, provides monthly benefits to help families, seniors, and individuals buy groceries. The exact amount you receive depends on your household s...

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Social Security COLA for 2026 Projected at 2.7%: Here’s What That Means for You

Social Security beneficiaries could see a 2.7% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2026, according to the latest forecast from The Senior Citizens League (TSCL). This is a slight uptick from ...

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New Standard Repayment Plan for Student Loans Starts in 2026

Major changes are coming for federal student loan borrowers starting July 1, 2026, as part of President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill. The law replaces the traditional 10-year repayment schedule wi...

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7 Safe and Affordable Healthcare Options Outside Medicare or Medicaid

Many Americans assume Medicare or Medicaid are the only low-income health coverage options. That isn’t true or the entire story. If you're not eligible for federal programs, there are still rel...

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Did an ATM Take Your EBT Money Without Giving You Cash? Here’s What to Do

SNAP benefits are essential for many families, and your EBT card is the key to accessing those funds. But sometimes, you may try to withdraw cash at an ATM, and the machine takes the amount from yo...

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Summer Food Help Is Here: Activate Your Sun Bucks Card for 2025 Benefits

If you’re looking to save money on groceries this summer, Sun Bucks 2025 can help. This program gives families extra funds to buy food while kids are out of school, ensuring children continue to...

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SUN Bucks July 2025: How Much You’ll Get and How to Use It for Summer Groceries

School’s out, but kids still need healthy meals. That’s where SUN Bucks (also known as Summer EBT) steps in, giving families extra grocery funds when children lose access to free or ...

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Is Your State Sending a Stimulus Check This July? See Who Gets Paid

Federal stimulus payments may have ended, but several states are stepping up with direct payments this July 2025 to help residents manage rising costs. If you live in Alaska, New York, California, or other...

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SUN Bucks 2025: Where Families Will Receive Summer EBT Benefits This Year

For families across the U.S., summer can be a tough season for nutrition. When school lets out, so does access to free and reduced-price meals. That’s why the Summer EBT program, now widely kno...

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