Los Angeles County is set to launch the most ambitious guaranteed income program in California’s history. Beginning in July 2025, the county will distribute $1,500 per month to 1,000 low-income residents for three full years—providing a significant financial cushion totaling $54 million in direct aid. Funded largely through the American Rescue Plan, this initiative represents … Read more
If you’re still waiting for your IRS refund, time is running out. The final round of refunds is expected to be sent out this June. With many already receiving their payments, those still in limbo must act quickly to avoid missing out. Whether it’s due to identity verification or filing errors, understanding the delay—and what … Read more
As millions of Americans rely on Social Security benefits to cover essentials like rent, groceries, and healthcare, any disruption to this critical income stream can be nerve-wracking. Recently, concerns have mounted over the potential delay of Social Security checks due to a massive administrative bottleneck and workforce reductions at the Social Security Administration (SSA). Here’s … Read more
With the Social Security Administration confirming a significant shift in the Full Retirement Age (FRA), the retirement landscape for millions of Americans is about to change. Starting in 2026, the new rule will make 67 the standard age to receive full Social Security benefits for anyone born in 1960 or later. This marks a departure … Read more
With nearly 70 million Americans depending on monthly checks from the Social Security Administration (SSA), the agency maintains a precise and predictable payment schedule to ensure that benefits arrive on time. This regularity is crucial for beneficiaries, many of whom rely on their payments as a primary source of income. Within the next few days, … Read more
With the 2024 tax season officially behind us, many taxpayers are now turning their attention to one important question: Where’s my refund? While millions have already received their payments, some individuals are still waiting—especially those who filed later or opted for paper returns. If you’re among them, you might be in line to receive your … Read more
Each month, the Social Security Administration (SSA) sends out millions of payments to retirees, disabled individuals, and those receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI). For many of these recipients, Social Security is their primary—if not only—source of income. As a result, even small changes to benefit amounts or payment timing can significantly affect household budgets. Fortunately, … Read more
Social Security beneficiaries can expect another round of payments this month, as the Social Security Administration (SSA) continues to follow its standard monthly payment schedule. For millions of Americans—especially retirees, disabled individuals, and SSI recipients—this regular income is crucial for meeting daily expenses. Although the SSA typically adheres to a strict calendar, small deviations do … Read more
Millions of Americans depend on Social Security payments each month to cover essential living expenses. From retirees and individuals with disabilities to those receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), these beneficiaries rely heavily on timely payments to manage their budgets. As June progresses, understanding the SSA payment schedule and recent policy changes can help recipients stay … Read more
In a closely watched legal showdown, attorneys from the Washington, D.C.-based firm Kellogg, Hansen, Todd, Figel & Frederick are defending their $205 million legal fee request in a high-stakes $630 million antitrust class action settlement with automotive software giant CDK Global. The unusually large fee—about 33% of the settlement amount—is drawing scrutiny from a federal … Read more