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The IRS has officially confirmed that the average tax refund for 2025 (based on 2024 returns) is $3,330 — a noticeable jump from last year’s average. If you’ve already filed electronically and selected direct deposit, your refund might already be on the way. But here’s the important part: not everyone will receive exactly $3,330. So, … Read more
Are $1,000 stimulus checks on the way in 2025? With rising living costs continuing to affect millions of Americans, new federal relief proposals are on the table. Among them is a plan to send $1,000 direct payments to eligible individuals to help with inflation, housing, and daily expenses. While nothing is final yet, the possibility … Read more
If you got a text from Jefferson Dental between May 17, 2019, and May 17, 2023, you might be eligible to claim around $57 in cash. Thanks to a $1 million class action settlement, those who were on the National Do Not Call Registry or had opted out of texts may now be compensated. This … Read more
When it comes to your personal data, the last thing you want is for it to be sold without your knowledge. That’s exactly what the Thomson Reuters CLEAR Data Privacy Class Action Settlement addresses. If you lived in California between December 3, 2016, and October 31, 2024, you might be eligible to claim $19–$48 as … Read more
Millions of Americans depend on Social Security payments to get by, and the next round of checks is coming soon. The Social Security Administration (SSA) is scheduled to send out its next round of monthly payments on Wednesday, April 16, as part of its usual benefit cycle. So, who’s getting paid on April 16? And … Read more
For years, vulnerable families in Jackson County, Mississippi have faced the uphill battle of surviving on limited resources. But since 2017, the Magnolia Mother’s Trust (MMT) has been rewriting that story. This groundbreaking program offers no-strings-attached financial support to African-American mothers living in federally subsidized housing—those who often fall through the cracks of traditional welfare … Read more
In a dramatic policy U-turn just days before it was set to take effect, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has scrapped a controversial rule that would have forced millions of Americans—mainly seniors and people with disabilities—to verify their identities in person. The decision came after widespread criticism and urgent appeals from lawmakers, advocates, and senior … Read more
In a major legal win for civil rights, thousands of people unlawfully detained by the New York City Department of Correction (DOC) due to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) requests will finally receive compensation. After years of legal battles, a $92.5 million class action lawsuit settlement has been approved—and if you or someone you know … Read more
Feeding your family shouldn’t be a daily struggle, and that’s exactly what the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is here to help with. If you’re dealing with a tight budget, whether due to a low-income job, disability, or other responsibilities, SNAP offers real support through monthly food benefits. Let’s walk you through who qualifies, how … Read more
The IRS isn’t playing around—April 15 is the big day. If you haven’t filed your taxes or made your estimated tax payments yet, now’s the time. The IRS is giving everyone a nudge: either pay up, file, or take the proper steps to stay in good standing. The good news? If you’re a little short … Read more