Need-To-Know Insights, Guidance, and News to Secure Your Benefits

Starting this Friday, thousands of Connecticut residents with student debt can apply for the revamped Student Loan Reimbursement Program, offering up to $20,000 over four years. The program, ...

Many government assistance programs exist to help the needy. Unfortunately, many people don't know about these programs, or they don't know how to access them. The beauty is that they don't have strict regulations,...

Veterans Day 2025, celebrated on November 11, honors the service of millions of U.S. military members. This year, dozens of restaurants, retailers, and attractions are offering free meals, discounts, and...

Tax deadline set for April 15. Expect faster refunds through direct deposit. The 2026 tax filing season is just around the corner, officially beginning in late January, with the national filing d...

SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program used by more than 42 million Americans, is facing new rule changes that could impact EBT benefits, restaurant access, and SNAP ...

There's no question that the COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc in many lives and on the economy as a whole. Though Congress passed the CARES Act when the pandemic first struck, looking to eas...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) follows a structured monthly schedule to distribute benefits. The payment date depends on the beneficiary’s birth date and whether they started receiving Social Security before May 1...

Millions of Americans have already received their $1,400 stimulus checks, but some may still be wondering where their payment is or if they even qualify. If you haven’t received yours, there&...

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released the 2026 tax year inflation adjustments affecting more than 60 tax provisions, including tax brackets, standard deductions, credits, and exclusions. ...