Shania

Shania is a seasoned financial news analyst and journalist specializing in Social Security, Medicare, IRS updates, Financial Aid Programs, and Stimulus Check developments. With a strong background in economic policy and public benefits reporting, she delivers accurate, timely, and accessible insights that help readers stay informed about the latest government initiatives and financial support measures. Shania’s work is known for simplifying complex topics, empowering individuals to make informed financial decisions.

How to Report Changes to Social Security: Keep Your SSI Payments Accurate
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How to Report Changes to Social Security: Keep Your SSI Payments Accurate

If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), it’s important to keep your information up to date. Reporting your income, living situation, and resources helps ...

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SSI Payments in 2025: How Much You’ll Get and What Can Reduce It
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SSI Payments in 2025: How Much You’ll Get and What Can Reduce It

For 2025, the maximum federal Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payment is $967 per month for individuals and $1,450 per month for couples. However, not ...

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Veterans to Receive a 2.8% Disability Pay Increase in 2026: What the New COLA Means

Veterans to Receive a 2.8% Disability Pay Increase in 2026: What the New COLA Means

After months of anticipation, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has officially announced a 2.8% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2026 disability compensation. The increase—set ...

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Social Security Payments to Rise in 2026: What the 2.8% COLA Means for You

Social Security Payments to Rise in 2026: What the 2.8% COLA Means for You

Beginning in January 2026, millions of Americans will receive a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to their Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. ...

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Inherited IRA Rule Change for 2025: Why Heirs Could Face Surprise Tax Bills
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Inherited IRA Rule Change for 2025: Why Heirs Could Face Surprise Tax Bills

As trillions of dollars move from baby boomers to younger generations, millions of Americans are poised to inherit not just wealth—but complex tax obligations. ...

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2026 Social Security COLA Announced: Why Many Retirees May See Little to No Real Raise
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2026 Social Security COLA Announced: Why Many Retirees May See Little to No Real Raise

After weeks of anticipation, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026. While the news initially appears positive, ...

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Social Security Update: SSI Recipients to Receive Early Payment on October 31, 2025

Social Security Update: SSI Recipients to Receive Early Payment on October 31, 2025

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced that millions of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will receive their November payment early—on Friday, October 31, ...

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The End of Paper Checks: How the 2025 Digital Overhaul Will Transform Federal Payments
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The End of Paper Checks: How the 2025 Digital Overhaul Will Transform Federal Payments

For generations, Americans have recognized the comforting sight of paper checks arriving in their mailboxes—Social Security benefits, veterans’ payments, and IRS refunds among them. ...

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Bigger Refunds Coming in 2026—But the Wealthy Will Reap the Most Benefits
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Bigger Refunds Coming in 2026—But the Wealthy Will Reap the Most Benefits

When Americans file their taxes in 2026, many will find themselves receiving larger refunds or facing smaller tax bills. The reason traces back to ...

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Four IRS Red Flags That Could Trigger a Tax Audit—and How to Avoid Them
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Four IRS Red Flags That Could Trigger a Tax Audit—and How to Avoid Them

When it comes to filing taxes, precision is everything. A single oversight or omission can draw unwanted attention from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). ...

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