Articles

• Author: Miguel Waters
• Posted: 2026-01-07

In 2025, people in the United States will notice some important changes to their tax returns. These updates might seem small, but they’re important because they can affect how much money you owe the government at the...

• Author: Jenny Wolff
• Posted: Jan 26, 2026

If you have a 401(k) retirement plan, it's important to know that inflation can slowly reduce the value of your savings. As prices for goods and services rise, the money you save today may not buy as much in the future. Tak...

• Author: Alicia Cole
• Posted: Jan 21, 2026

The IRS has announced a new tax deduction that could help Americans aged 65 and older keep more money in their pockets. This new deduction, worth up to $6,000, could boost tax refunds for millions of seniors.   How ...

• Author: Jenny Wolff
• Posted: Jan 13, 2026

Social Security was created to replace about 40% of a person’s income in retirement. A recent study shows that this goal is still almost being met, but where you live makes a big difference. A study by FinanceBu...

• Author: Alicia Cole
• Posted: Jan 05, 2026

At the start of 2026, workers in many parts of the United States received some good news: higher minimum wages. More than 8.3 million people across the country will benefit from these changes, which are expe...

• Author: Miguel Waters
• Posted: Dec 23, 2025

Christmas Eve 2025 brings welcome news for millions of people in the United States. Instead of finding surprises under the tree, some Americans will find extra money in their bank accounts. That's beca...

• Author: Miguel Waters
• Posted: Dec 18, 2025

As the holiday season approaches, many families in the United States have seen rumors online about a $2,000 payment arriving before Christmas 2025. These rumors have mostly appeared on social media, leadin...

• Author: Jenny Wolff
• Posted: Dec 11, 2025

The federal minimum wage in the United States has been $7.25 per hour since 2009. Because the federal government hasn’t increased it, many states have created their own laws to raise the minimum wage over time. ...

• Author: Miguel Waters
• Posted: Dec 02, 2025

As direct federal payments come to an end this year, many states are stepping in to help residents using their own funds. Thanks to budget surpluses, several states are offering tax rebates and relief p...

• Author: Alicia Cole
• Posted: Nov 26, 2025

With Black Friday shopping approaching, many people have seen rumors online about a possible $2,000 federal stimulus check being approved before the big day. Social media has been buzzing wi...