Leanna Becraft

Today marks the final Social Security payment for October for beneficiaries whose birthdays fall after the 20th. These payments are part of a structured schedule, which considers birthdate and the type of benefits each individual receives. While the timing of…

The IRS has just announced the annual inflation adjustments for 2025, bringing changes to a variety of tax provisions, including employer-sponsored health flexible spending plans, commonly known as cafeteria plans. These updates will impact taxpayers for the 2026 filing season…

If you’re a Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipient, you might notice something unusual next month: an extra SSI payment is scheduled for November. While this may seem confusing at first, it’s actually a simple quirk in the Social Security Administration…

If elected for a second term in the White House, Donald Trump’s proposed policies could result in tax cuts for over 90 million Americans, according to a recent economic estimate from CNBC. However, financial experts are expressing concern about the…

As October progresses, retirees are starting to focus on their finances for the upcoming months, especially with the holiday season on the horizon. With Halloween just around the corner and Thanksgiving and Christmas coming up, it’s crucial for retirees to…

If you’re one of the millions of Americans receiving Social Security benefits, you may have mixed feelings about 2025. The good news is that your monthly check will see a boost next year. The bad news? The increase will be…

The IRS recently announced its annual inflation adjustments for 2025, including key updates to tax provisions and health-related benefits. These changes are designed to reflect the impact of inflation and will influence various areas of financial planning for taxpayers. One…

The Social Security payment schedule in the United States follows a set structure, ensuring that retirees receive their checks on time according to their specific group. These groups are primarily determined by the retiree’s birth month, and payments are issued…

Many older Americans are learning that relying solely on Social Security to fund their retirement may not be enough to maintain financial stability. Ideally, retirement would be accompanied by a healthy amount of savings accumulated over the years. However, the…