5 Costly Medicare Mistakes American Retirees Make — and How to Avoid Them in 2025
Reaching age 65 brings the promise of Medicare to help cover health expenses, but navigating its complexities can lead to expensive mistakes. With over 67 […]
Articles by Sophie Wilson
Double SSI Payments: New Year’s Eve Brings Extra Benefits and a 2025 COLA Boost for Eligible Retirees
Big news for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients: The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced an additional SSI payment scheduled for New Year’s Eve 2025. […]
SNAP and Social Security: Can You Receive Both Benefits in December 2024?
For millions of Americans, Social Security and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are essential lifelines, providing financial support and food security. Many beneficiaries wonder: […]
IRS Announces New Tax Brackets and Deductions for 2025: Changes That Could Save You Money
With tax season just around the corner, the IRS is preparing to process returns for the 2024 tax year starting in late January 2025. Alongside […]
Social Security and SSI Benefits to Increase by 2.5% in 2025: Here’s What You Need to Know
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed that Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments will increase by 2.5 percent in 2025. This […]
The Future of Currency: The New Counterfeit-Proof Dollar Bills Coming by 2025
The United States is stepping up its fight against counterfeit currency with a series of redesigned dollar bills set to roll out by 2025. These […]
How COLA Affects Your Social Security Retirement Benefits 2025: A Detailed Breakdown
Cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) are essential for Social Security recipients, as they help benefits keep up with inflation. But how exactly does the COLA increase your […]
SSA’s $22.8 Million Payment Mistake: What Went Wrong and How It’s Being Fixed
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has come under fire for a massive error uncovered by the Office of the Inspector General (OIG). Over $22.8 million […]
Americans Set to Benefit from Updated IRS Tax Rates for 2025
The IRS has announced its revised tax brackets for 2025, bringing much-needed relief to millions of Americans grappling with inflation. These changes are designed to […]
COLA Increase 2025: What It Means for Social Security and SSI Beneficiaries
The U.S. government, in collaboration with the Social Security Administration (SSA), has announced that in 2025, Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) beneficiaries will […]