Finance

How to save Social Security without screwing over poor people

How to save Social Security without screwing over poor people

The other day, economist Tyler Cowen made an offhand observation that surprised me a little: the French now have “the longest financed retirements ever ...

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Thousands of New Yorkers can claim up to $250 in unclaimed funds: Are you eligible?

Thousands of New Yorkers can claim up to $250 in unclaimed funds: Are you eligible?

Every year, millions of dollars are forgotten in inactive accounts, uncashed checks, old investments, or unused gift cards. In New York State, these funds ...

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Social Security COLA increase is projected to rise slightly before the official announcement, but will it be enough for retirees in 2026?

Social Security COLA increase is projected to rise slightly before the official announcement, but will it be enough for retirees in 2026?

Retirees may receive a modest increase in their Social Security checks next year, but rising health-care costs could quickly erode those gains. According to ...

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Farewell to Social Security payment for those born between the 1st and 10th: When does the next SSDI check come out in September 2025?

Farewell to Social Security payment for those born between the 1st and 10th: When does the next SSDI check come out in September 2025?

Every month, millions of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) beneficiaries wait for their payments, which are distributed based on date of birth. The official ...

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What time are SNAP benefits deposited in September 2025? Schedule by state

What time are SNAP benefits deposited in September 2025? Schedule by state

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as EBT for its use of electronic cards, offers monthly contributions that allow millions of families ...

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Social Security cost-of-living adjustment may be slightly higher in 2026, estimates find. What that means for retirees

Social Security cost-of-living adjustment may be slightly higher in 2026, estimates find. What that means for retirees

Millions of Social Security recipients could see a 2.7% to 2.8% increase in their monthly checks in 2026, according to new estimates based on ...

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4 Social Security Rules That Changed This Year

4 Social Security Rules That Changed This Year

In 2025, several new Social Security rules were implemented. If you’re one of the nearly 69 million Americans who receive these benefits, staying up ...

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New Bill Would End Taxes on Social Security Benefits in 2026: What Retirees Should Know

New Bill Would End Taxes on Social Security Benefits in 2026: What Retirees Should Know

For decades, American taxpayers have contributed to Social Security with each paycheck, only to learn later that up to 85% of those hard-earned benefits ...

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Proposed cuts for Social Security put recipients at risk: Survey

Proposed cuts for Social Security put recipients at risk: Survey

According to a survey, more than half of Social Security recipients are at risk if the proposed cuts by the Social Security Administration go ...

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Here's what the Social Security director says about the major changes coming to retirees in the coming months

Here’s what the Social Security director says about the major changes coming to retirees in the coming months

As the Social Security Administration (SSA) implements a series of significant changes, retirees and those nearing retirement are urged to pay close attention. According ...

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