Anushka Jha 
Social Security beneficiaries should note the upcoming changes to the regular payment schedule in September. Typically, the Social Security Administration (SSA) delivers five rounds of payments to SSI recipients, retired workers, survivors, and disabled individuals every month. However, this month there will be only four rounds of payments due to some payment dates falling on … Read more
This week, retirees who claimed benefits before May 1997 will receive their Social Security checks on Friday, August 2nd. Typically, these recipients are paid on the third day of the month, but since August 3rd is a Saturday, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has rescheduled the payment to the preceding business day. Following this, the … Read more
Starting in October 2024, some Social Security beneficiaries will see an earlier-than-usual increase in their benefits due to changes in the way the Social Security Administration (SSA) calculates income. This change is primarily for participants in the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program, which aids seniors with insufficient income and individuals with disabilities like blindness. The … Read more
The Child Tax Credit (CTC) has been a hot topic of discussion, especially with the reforms introduced by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. As we approach 2024, many families are curious about the sustainability of this federal tax incentive and the potential for receiving monthly checks like those issued in 2021. Here, we’ll … Read more
The IRS recently announced a relief measure allowing about 6.8 million Americans to skip penalties when filing their tax returns for the past two years. This move is seen as a way to support people and businesses financially impacted by the pandemic. Significant Penalty Relief The IRS has decided to waive failure-to-pay penalties on assessed … Read more
In a bid to promote economic justice and encourage entrepreneurship, Ann Arbor, Michigan, has launched an innovative pilot program called “Guaranteed Income To Grow Ann Arbor” (GIG A2). This groundbreaking initiative provides $528 monthly stimulus checks to qualifying residents, supporting those who are struggling, newly self-employed, or gig workers. With the third round of payments … Read more
Good news for the residents of Harris County, Texas: a new guaranteed income pilot called Uplift Harris has been proposed. This plan aims to provide selected families with monthly stimulus checks of $500 for 18 months. This initiative addresses poverty and economic deprivation in the region, promising a positive impact on economic stability and community … Read more
The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced a significant change for beneficiaries with online accounts. If you registered for an online account before September 18, 2021, you should transition to Login.gov as soon as possible. While no official deadline was initially given, recent updates have clarified the timeline and consequences for not complying. Deadline Alert … Read more
The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced new disability benefits for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients, starting in August 2024. Typically, the SSA delivers monthly benefits on the first day of every month unless it falls on a weekend or federal holiday. This August, millions of SSI recipients will receive their regular payments between $698 … Read more
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has recently implemented systemic changes to make essential Social Security benefits more accessible to certain households across the country. An estimated 7.5 million Americans who demonstrate financial need currently receive assistance through Supplemental Security Income (SSI). These benefits are a lifeline for elderly, blind, disabled individuals, or those with children, … Read more