Tens of thousands of UK pensioners are now discovering they may have been underpaid by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) — with total underpayments reaching a staggering £804.7 million. Since the DWP launched a review in January 2021, over 130,000 pensioners have been affected, some missing out on as much as £12,000 each. … Read more
In a rare but impactful legal development, Cash App, the peer-to-peer payment platform owned by Block, Inc., has reached a class action settlement that could pay individual users up to $2,500. The settlement follows widespread complaints that Cash App failed to protect users from fraud, unauthorized access, and account hacking—issues that left many without access … Read more
So, here’s the scoop—if you’re on Social Security and your birthday lands toward the end of the month, there’s some good news coming your way. A bunch of folks are about to get their checks—up to $5,108—dropped straight into their bank accounts this Wednesday, May 28, 2025. Yep, it’s the final round of payments for … Read more
So, here’s something that raised a few eyebrows—Elon Musk is now stepping into the government efficiency chat, and yeah, he’s not exactly sugarcoating things. In a new post on X (yep, still calling it that), Musk gave a pretty blunt assessment of where the U.S. is headed financially. The way he sees it? We’re basically … Read more
DWP’s Universal Credit is a key UK benefit designed to support individuals and families with living costs, whether they’re working, out of work, or facing health challenges. In January 2025, 7.5 million people were receiving Universal Credit—up from 6.4 million a year prior. This increase reflects both growing awareness and the government’s continued shift from … Read more
A new financial proposal from House Republicans is making headlines: a plan to give every American newborn a $1,000 investment account, referred to as “Trump accounts.” Initially named the Money Account for Growth and Advancement (MAGA), the rebranding places this initiative at the heart of Donald Trump’s potential second-term economic strategy. The goal is to … Read more
Understanding how much money ends up in your bank account goes beyond just budgeting—it’s closely tied to cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs), particularly for those receiving Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). These government-provided benefits are recalibrated annually to account for inflation, ensuring recipients maintain purchasing power in an ever-changing economy. Let’s explore how COLA works, … Read more
Tax season is wrapping up, and for many Americans, that means one thing: refund time. After weeks of checking banking apps and inboxes, the IRS is now issuing tax refunds nationwide. With the average payout landing at $2,939 this year, a few thousand dollars could be arriving in your account just in time to pay … Read more
Kia and Hyundai have long been recognized for producing affordable and stylish vehicles. However, a growing controversy involving a surge in car thefts tied to certain models has resulted in a massive class action lawsuit. If you own or previously owned a qualifying Kia or Hyundai vehicle, you could be entitled to compensation from a … Read more
Every year, as Memorial Day rolls around, businesses across the country pause to honor the holiday—and banks are no exception. But when headlines scream that Chase is closing 4,700 branches, it’s easy to panic. Is this a sign of financial collapse? Should you be moving your money? Not quite. The reality is far more mundane—and … Read more