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28 Days Left to Receive August SSI Payments—Are You on the List?
SSI recipients will receive two payments in August 2025—on August 1 and August 29—due to the Labor Day holiday. This calendar shift means no September SSI payment. Learn how much you’ll receive, how to prepare your budget, and what this means for other benefits like SNAP and Medicaid. This complete guide covers eligibility, payment tips, and essential steps to avoid common mistakes and protect your income.
$2,000 Social Security Payments Arriving in 4 Days—Check If You Qualify Now
Social Security payments of up to $2,000 will arrive on July 9, 2025, for eligible retirees, SSDI recipients, and survivors born between the 1st and 10th of the month. With a 2.5% COLA boost, the average benefit has risen to $1,903. This guide explains who qualifies, how to verify your payment, what to do if it’s delayed, and how to maximize your Social Security income effectively and securely.
Social Security to Send $2,000 on Average in 4 Days—Here’s Who Qualifies
Social Security payments in 2025 now average over $2,000 thanks to a 2.5% COLA and key policy updates. If you were born early in the month and began collecting benefits after May 1997, expect your next deposit around July 9. This article provides everything you need: eligibility, payment schedule, overpayment rules, max benefit strategies, and more. Stay informed, stay prepared, and make sure your benefits work for you.
Age 65? You Could Get a $1,611 Social Security Payment This July – Check Eligibility Criteria!
Turning 65 in 2025? Learn how to qualify for the average $1,611 Social Security benefit, when to expect your July payment, and how to maximize your retirement income. This guide breaks down eligibility, filing age impacts, scams to avoid, and strategies for increasing your check—even if you’re already retired.
Some Social Security Recipients Could See Payments Slashed in Half— Check Why!
Starting July 24, 2025, Social Security recipients who receive overpayment notices dated April 25 or later may face up to 50% of their benefits withheld monthly. The SSA is cracking down on overpayments, affecting retirees, SSDI recipients, and survivors. To avoid harsh cuts, respond within 90 days by requesting a waiver, appeal, or payment plan.
Social Security Sends Out Urgent Email Over Trump Tax Bill Confusion – Check Details!
The SSA's recent email caused confusion over Social Security taxes, claiming a full tax exemption under Trump’s "One Big Beautiful Bill." But the truth is, it’s a temporary deduction, not a full exemption. This article breaks down the facts, who qualifies, and what you need to do next — in simple, trustworthy terms.
Thousands in South Carolina Could Lose SNAP Benefits Under GOP Medicaid Cuts
South Carolina could see over 96,000 residents lose or see reduced SNAP and Medicaid benefits under GOP’s proposed “One Big Beautiful Bill.” With expanded work requirements and reduced federal funding, low-income families and older adults are at high risk. This article offers a detailed breakdown, expert insights, local data, and actionable steps for affected individuals and advocates. Prepare now, stay informed, and help safeguard your community’s health and dignity.
Georgia SNAP Benefits Slashed Under Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill Explained
Georgia SNAP benefits are being cut under the Big Beautiful Bill, which proposes a $186 billion reduction in federal food aid and new 80-hour monthly work mandates. Over 1 million Georgians could be affected, especially seniors, part-time workers, and rural families. Learn what’s changing, who qualifies, how to appeal benefit losses, and what nonprofits, professionals, and residents can do to protect their food security and rights.
Trane Recalls Gas-Electric Units Over Dangerous Gas Leak and Fire Hazard
If you own a Trane or American Standard gas-electric packaged unit purchased between January 2024 and March 2025, it is crucial that you check your unit’s model number and schedule a free repair if it is among the affected models. Trane’s swift response and willingness to cover repair costs are positive signs—but only effective if consumers take action.
Columbia to Pay $9 Million for Misleading US News Rankings With Fake Data
Columbia University will pay $9 million to settle claims that it submitted fake data to U.S. News & World Report to boost its college ranking. The scandal, exposed by a faculty whistleblower, led to a dramatic drop in rankings and a class-action lawsuit from thousands of students. This article offers a complete breakdown of the case, its impact, and practical advice for choosing the right college.
