Economy
Confirmed – NASA will lose almost 20% of its staff due to Donald Trump’s decision and its missions to the Moon and Mars are in jeopardy
As if all the changes that Donald Trump has carried out since he took office last January were not enough, now it is the turn....
It’s official – SSA to require face to face or online verification for millions of beneficiaries, and it’s the elderly who will be affected
Since Trump’s arrival to power, changes have not ceased, and the Social Security Administration (SSA) has not been exempt. The upcoming changes come from Frank....
Confirmed – the Social Security COLA will go up in 2026, but will not be enough to cover the true cost of living
It is no news that the continuous and exponential growth of inflation is affecting the way and quality of life of Americans. The Cost of....
Goodbye to the full check – millions of Social Security beneficiaries will see drastic reductions for unpaid overpayments, and here’s how you can avoid it
The new changes in the amounts received by Social Security beneficiaries have already been implemented, and it is very possible that you will be affected.....
Bad news – Trump bill destroys welfare aid, charges up to $785 for foreign students to fund tax cuts
The United States is going through a delicate economic situation, and it is mostly due to the policies adopted by Donald Trump. Since his arrival....
Confirmed – here’s how CalFresh payments will be loaded in August by case number and why 92% of deposits arrive right at midnight
Many families in California benefit from the well-known Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also called CalFresh, to access food for basic nutrition. Both SNAP and....
It’s official – Social Security’s calendar moves up the September payment and millions will receive double deposit in August
If you are a recipient of Supplemental Security Income from the Social Security Administration (SSA) of the United States, you will want to keep reading.....
It’s official – Sacramento launches $725/month payments for families with young children and here are the requirements and key dates for the FFESP program
The federal poverty levels and child poverty in Sacramento County have forced authorities to take action. This is why the Family First Economic Support Pilot....
It’s official – SSI, SSDI and eligible retirees will receive a double Social Security check on August 1
Social security benefit recipients from the Social Security Administration (SSA) in the United States will receive their checks on the upcoming August 1. However, some....
Confirmed – Bank of America is giving away $300 in cash if you open an eligible account by July 31 and make these deposits
Bank of America has launched an advertising campaign through which you can receive a $300 bonus in your account if you meet certain basic requirements.....
Confirmed – U.S. Social Security to keep sending paper checks after reversing controversial decision
Recently, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced that it intended to eliminate physical paper checks starting in September. However, this decision has been revoked following....
Bad news for retirees and SSI recipients – SSA to apply automatic deductions without notice this month
Bad news for beneficiaries of Social Security in the United States who have received an overpayment by mistake. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced....
Goodbye to “card only” – here’s the fine Miami-Dade businesses face if they don’t accept cash payments
Have you ever been refused cash and been asked to pay by credit card at an establishment? Depending on the regulations of the U.S. state....
Confirmed – these products will go up in price in the U.S. starting August 1 and the reason will surprise you
It is not news that the United States has declared a trade war on practically the entire planet. More specifically, Republican President Donald Trump, with....
It’s official – several U.S. states restrict what can be purchased with food aid, sparking controversy
In order to reduce poverty and increase food security in the United States, citizens rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This program provides....
It’s official – the 2026 COLA increase will be announced Oct. 15 and could change what you collect each month from Social Security
The Social Security Administration (SSA) will announce the official Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) figure for 2026 on October 15, 2025. The COLA is the....
Confirmed – Social Security will send average payments of $2,000 this Wednesday, July 23, see if you are on the list
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced the final payment for retirement in the United States. This is a federal financial assistance that is the....
Confirmed – the SNAP program can now be used to buy groceries online at Amazon, Walmart, Target and more – and it benefits you if you are a SNAP user
Are you a beneficiary from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program? This will be good news for you then! Until now, beneficiares were only able to....
Confirmed – these Social Security beneficiaries will receive two checks in August and here’s why it’s all explained
If you are a Supplemental Security Income (SSI) beneficiary of the Social Security Administration (SSA), you will receive two payments in the month of August.....
Confirmed – gasoline prices to rise in California, Oregon and Washington due to refinery closures
The United States Energy Information Administration (EIA), which is part of the Department of Energy, has announced a likely increase in fuel prices on the....
Confirmed – these 6 states will have new Medicare controls starting in 2026 (and AI will be involved)
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced that Original Medicare will face a series of changes. The Medicare service (United States) offers....
No mold, no costly breakdowns – the simple gesture of leaving the washing machine door open that can save you more than 100 euros a year without you knowing it
One of the biggest concerns in homes in Spain and any other country, is the electricity bill. Over the years, we have specialized in the....
Bad news for mail users – the price of stamps and postcards in the U.S. is going up and this is how it affects you if you use the mail for letters, greetings or postcards abroad
The United States Postal Service (USPS), the U.S. Postal Service, has announced a price increase for its stamps effective July 13, 2025. According to the....
Goodbye to free access – JPMorgan Chase imposes million-dollar fees on fintechs like Venmo and PayPal for using customer data
Until now, financial technology companies such as Coinbase, Venmo, or Paypal have had unrestricted and cost-free access to JPMorgan Chase databases in the United States.....
It’s official – these 5 changes to Social Security will take effect in 2026 and could directly affect your retirement
In the United States, the Social Security Administration is governed by the Social Security Act. Since Republican President Donald Trump took office in January 2025,....
It’s official – more than 28 U.S. states will deliver SNAP benefits this week and you can check if your family is on the list of beneficiaries here
One of the most important assistance requested by families in the United States is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). It is a program administered....
Official – Wells Fargo began closing bank accounts due to inactivity and thousands of customers have already been affected
If you are a customer of Wells Fargo bank in the United States, this article will be of interest to you. In compliance with state....
Good news for seniors over 65 – they could deduct up to $6,000 on their taxes thanks to the “senior bonus”
As a result of President Donald Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill”, a new law has been passed through which retirees, or those over 65, will be....
Goodbye to the full check – the SSA will apply a 50% cut starting July 24 if you did not request a waiver or appeal
The U.S. Social Security Administration will begin collecting withholdings on outstanding debts and overpayments as of July 24, 2025. This is a cut that, until....
Farewell to Bank of America – closes branches in California, Florida and other U.S. states. – check to see if your trusted branch is on the list
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), has announced the closing of several branches of the well-known Bank of America. The OCC is....
