Rani Singh 
Life is unpredictable. When economy is slow, and work starts disappearing. In 2025, Unemployment Insurance gives elligible workers $99 a day (About $990 every 2 weeks) if they are laid off, without a fault of their own. Its federal help for employees, and yes, this is applicable to the ones working with railroads. Will the … Read more
Introduction As 2025 unfolds with California’s inflation still pinching households — gas averaging around $4.80 per gallon, rent reaching approximately $2,800 per month in major metro areas — the conclusion of the Middle Class Tax Refund (MCTR) hits hard for millions of working families. This one-time stimulus, which disbursed about $9.2 billion from 2022-2023 to … Read more
As rumors swirl online about “new stimulus payments” in late 2025, one program has taken center stage — the $1,000 PFD stimulus payment. While many Americans have mistaken it for a new federal relief check, the truth is far more specific: this payment is part of Alaska’s Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD), a long-running state program … Read more
SNAP Benefits SUSPENDED: In an alarming announcement, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has officially confirmed that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will be suspended starting November 1, 2025, due to the ongoing federal government shutdown and depleted funding. This suspension affects roughly 42 million Americans, marking a significant disruption to the nation’s … Read more
Social Security Update 2025: In a move that has left millions of Americans questioning the adequacy of their retirement benefits, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026, translating to an average increase of $56 per month. While this adjustment is intended to help beneficiaries keep pace with inflation, many … Read more
SSI is a federally-administered program overseen by the Social Security Administration (SSA) that provides monthly financial assistance to individuals who are aged 65 or older, blind, or disabled, and who have very limited income and resources. Because SSI is means-tested (your income, assets, living arrangement, etc. affect what you receive), the “maximum federal payment” cited … Read more
For millions of seniors across the United States, the rising cost of living — from groceries and medications to housing and utilities — is creating unprecedented financial strain. Yet, what many don’t realize is that billions of dollars in aid are left unclaimed every year because many retirees simply aren’t aware of the benefits available … Read more
As families across the U.S. continue to face higher living costs, Alaska has once again proven why it’s one of the most financially forward-thinking states in America. In 2025, eligible residents are set to receive a $3,284 combined payout, commonly referred to as the Alaska Stimulus Check — a blend of the Permanent Fund Dividend … Read more
Rent-Covering Income Pilot Programme: Across the United States, policymakers are increasingly focused on how to ensure that households under strain can meet one of life’s most basic costs: putting a roof over their heads. Rising housing prices, stagnating wages, and economic shocks from automation and pandemics have pushed housing affordability to the front of the … Read more
A class-action settlement has been reached involving Cash App’s parent company, Block, Inc. (and associated entities), over allegations that it sent unsolicited promotional text messages via its “Invite Friends” or referral features. The settlement fund is approximately $12.5 million. The Verge+3thetempletheatre.com+3Investopedia+3 Specifically: Thus — if you live or lived in Washington and received an unsolicited … Read more