Millions of South Africans depend on the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant for financial support during tough times. If your application for the SRD grant was rejected, don’t worry—you can appeal and resubmit your application. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has a clear appeal process to ensure that those who genuinely need … Read more
In Tuesday’s election, several states tackled property tax reforms, with voters deciding on a range of ballot measures designed to lower or, in some cases, eliminate these taxes altogether. Here’s a breakdown of what happened across the country and the implications for homeowners and state budgets. In North Dakota, voters decisively struck down a measure … Read more
President Donald Trump is set to sign his first bill as part of his new administration—the Laken Riley Act, a highly debated law named after a slain Georgia nursing student whose tragic death became a significant talking point during his presidential campaign. The act, which has received bipartisan support in Congress, is aimed at tightening … Read more
The recent lawsuit filed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) against Walgreens may pave the way for significant financial settlements for customers and open the door to broader litigation. The DOJ alleges that Walgreens filled millions of unauthorized prescriptions, fueling the opioid epidemic that has devastated families across the United States. A Walgreens spokesperson has … Read more
Florida has always been a popular destination for retirees, thanks to its warm weather, tax benefits, and quality of life. Now, the state has made itself even more appealing for those enjoying their golden years by introducing a significant update to its property tax laws. In the Nov. 5 election, Florida voters approved Amendment No. … Read more
The debate around the future of the state pension resurfaced last week, sparked by remarks from Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch about the long-term affordability of the triple lock system. This controversial topic gained further momentum with Labour’s new pensions minister, Torsten Bell, stepping into the spotlight. Bell, known for advocating the abolition of the triple … Read more
Millions of Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to put food on the table. In Colorado alone, 600,000 people depend on these benefits. Unfortunately, thieves are using skimming devices to steal funds from Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards, leaving vulnerable families in crisis. Take Dalerie, a Colorado resident and mother of four, … Read more
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has found its next cost-cutting mission: the American penny. In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), DOGE highlighted the shocking cost of producing pennies, which now exceeds their actual value. According to the report, it costs the United States over three cents to mint each penny, despite … Read more
The IRS is rolling out a program to send $1,400 stimulus checks to nearly one million taxpayers. These payments are aimed at people who missed out on financial support during the pandemic due to incomplete or missing information on their 2021 tax returns. The money will be sent directly to eligible individuals through mail or … Read more
Stimulus checks may feel like a thing of the past, but for around 1 million taxpayers, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has a surprise in store—extra cash that they didn’t even know they were eligible for! Here’s what’s happening: these payments are being sent to taxpayers who filed their 2021 tax returns but overlooked claiming … Read more