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

The ongoing federal government shutdown is not only stalling operations but also hitting workers’ paychecks. With no agreement in place, thousands of federal employees are b...

Low-income households may be able to get a free or heavily discounted iPhone in 2025, thanks to the federal Lifeline Program. This program helps families stay connected by offering free ...

Finding a safe and accessible place to live is one of the biggest challenges for veterans with service-connected disabilities. To help, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers several housing...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has officially released the 2026 payment schedule for Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. This update is crucial for seni...

With the cost of living still climbing due to inflation and tariffs, many families are wondering if another federal stimulus is on the horizon. Despite rumors circulating online, there is no ...

LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) application deadlines vary significantly by state. Many states follow a typical heating season application period in fall through spring, bu...

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients follow a different payment schedule from regular Social Security retirement, survivors, or SSDI beneficiaries. As the year ends, many seniors and disabili...

As November 2025 approaches, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) recipients can expect their payments to follow the standard Social Security schedule, based primarily on birth da...

After more than a month of chaos from the 43-day government shutdown, SNAP benefits are finally returning to their normal schedule this December 2025. For over 42 million Americans who rely on food...