Your Guide to Inflation Relief Resources
Learn how to secure the support you need during tough economic times.
Get Help with Rising Utility Bills: Operation Fuel’s Winter Assistance Program this 2025
With inflation driving up the cost of living, many Connecticut households are struggling to keep up with higher utility bills this winter. Fortunately, Operation Fuel has launched it...
New York’s $500 Inflation Relief Refund: When Will Payments Arrive?
As inflation continues to strain household budgets, New York’s proposed $500 inflation relief refund could provide much-needed financial relief. The rebate, initially announced by Governor Kathy Ho...
Social Security Payments for February 2024: What Seniors Need to Know
The arrival of February means that Social Security payments are on the way for seniors across the United States. With a cost of living adjustment (COLA) of 3.2 percent for 2024, retirees can expect a...
FAFSA Form Gets a Makeover: What it Means for Your Financial Aid
Starting with the 2024-2025 academic year, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is getting a much-needed makeover. This revamp aims to simplify the aid application process for millions of ...
Education Department's FAFSA Inflation Fix Adds $1.8 Billion in Aid for Students
The U.S. Department of Education recently announced plans to update the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) formula, resulting in an additional $1.8 billion in financial aid for co...
2025 Tax Refunds Up 6.3% — Extra Cash to Help You Fight Inflation
Good news for taxpayers this year — the IRS confirms that 2025 tax refunds are averaging $3,382, a 6.3% increase compared to last year. With many families still feeling the impact of rising costs and...
Tackling the Challenge of High Medical Bills: Financial Assistance Programs Offer a Lifeline
The rising cost of healthcare has become a burden for many Americans, with nearly half struggling to afford medical bills, according to a study by the Kaiser Family Foundation (KF...
STAR Program Delivers $2.2 Billion in Tax Relief to Nearly 3 Million New York Homeowners
Property tax relief is arriving across New York State, with nearly $2.2 billion in STAR benefits being distributed to almost 3 million eligible homeowners and seniors. The state’...
The Upside of Claiming Social Security Early at Age 62
While delaying Social Security benefits until age 70 maximizes your monthly check, claiming at the earliest age of 62 still has advantages. Although your payment is reduced by up to 30% compared to your full retirement ...
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