If you’re receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and your payment is scheduled for Wednesday, June 18, 2025, you’re likely part of the third wave of payments distributed according to the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) staggered payment schedule. This applies to most beneficiaries who began receiving benefits after May 1997, and your birth date determines … Read more
Many Americans rely on the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program to meet their basic needs, so any delay or change in payment timing can cause concern. This June, the Social Security Administration (SSA) adjusted its usual payment schedule, leaving one group of SSI beneficiaries without a payment this month—but not because it was missed. Here’s … Read more
Millions of Americans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) may be facing major disruptions in 2025 due to newly enforced work requirements and looming budget cuts. These changes could reshape access to food assistance nationwide, making it significantly harder for many low-income individuals and families to qualify—or remain qualified—for benefits. Expanded Work … Read more
Each year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) adjusts the benefits it provides to keep pace with inflation. This increase, known as the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), ensures that recipients maintain their purchasing power even as everyday expenses rise. While the official 2026 COLA won’t be announced until October 2025, early projections from The Senior Citizens League … Read more
Taxpayers in Oklahoma who were impacted by recent natural disasters now have more time to meet their federal tax obligations. In a new announcement, the IRS extended key filing and payment deadlines to November 3, 2025, providing some much-needed relief. This extension follows a series of federally declared disasters that swept through the region earlier … Read more
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has recently announced a controversial change: beginning next month, beneficiaries who were overpaid Social Security benefits will start seeing clawbacks in their monthly payments. While originally set at a 100% withholding rate, intense backlash has pushed the SSA to reduce the rate—but the policy still threatens the financial stability of … Read more
As of 2023, there are approximately 59 million Americans aged 65 and older, marking a significant portion of the U.S. population typically associated with retirement. For many, turning 65 is the traditional milestone signaling the transition out of the workforce. However, when it comes to Social Security benefits, the Social Security Administration (SSA) follows a … Read more
Millions of Americans depend on monthly payments from the Social Security Administration (SSA) to cover essential expenses like housing, food, and healthcare. To ensure smooth and predictable disbursement, the SSA follows a strict and transparent payment schedule. This month, eligible beneficiaries can expect a new payment in just four days, and some may even receive … Read more
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
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