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What Are the Best Low-Cost Health Insurance Alternatives to Medicare and Medicaid?

If you're low-income and don’t qualify for Medicare or Medicaid, you still have multiple healthcare safety nets available. Between CHIP for children, Marketplace subsidies, communi...

Medicare 2026 Pilot: Which Procedures Will Require Prior Authorization?

Starting in January 2026, Medicare will launch a pilot program requiring prior authorization for a wide range of medical procedures, marking the first time traditional Medicare beneficiaries, not jus...

Is It Time for a U.S. Baby Bonus? How Supporting Parents Could Strengthen the Economy

Raising children is both rewarding and challenging, but there's no denying that it can be expensive. From diapers and daycare to education and extracurricular activities, parents ofte...

Why Some Social Security Recipients Are Receiving Extra Payments in August

This August, many Social Security recipients will find a surprise in their bank accounts: an extra payment. This unexpected financial boost is a result of the Social Security Administration's (S...

Food Stamps for Non-Citizens: Full List of Who Qualifies for SNAP in 2025

With grocery prices climbing and household budgets stretched thin due to inflation, tariffs, and higher living costs, access to food assistance is more important than ever. The Supplemental Nutrition...

Social Security COLA 2026 Projection Rises to 2.7%: Here’s What That Means for Your Benefits

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). That’s a...

Social Security COLA Update Coming Oct. 15: What Retirees Need to Know

For retirees who depend on Social Security, October 15, 2025, is the date to watch. That’s when the Social Security Administration (SSA) will announce the official Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA)...

529 Plans in 2025: Paying Off Student Loans and Apprenticeships Still Allowed Despite Shutdown

With the government shutdown active, many families wonder which education benefits remain available. The good news: 529 college savings plans are still active, and families can c...

Child Tax Credit 2026: How Much Can You Get in Your Tax Refund?

As tax season approaches, many U.S. families are asking how much the Child Tax Credit (CTC) will add to their 2026 tax refund. Recent IRS updates and permanent changes under the One Big, Beautiful Bill have in...