Elise Perry 
Every year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) adjusts benefits based on inflation. This is called the Cost-of-Living Adjustment, or COLA. For 2026, the official COLA is 2.8%, helping over 75 million retirees, disabled workers, and survivors keep up with rising prices. A Quick History of Social Security COLA Adjustments COLA started in 1975. Before that, … Read more
Starting January 1, 2025, many states are tightening rules for drivers 70 and older. The biggest changes? Mandatory vision tests at renewal, shorter renewal cycles (some as short as 2–4 years), and in some places, a doctor’s note confirming you’re fit to drive. A Quick History of Senior Driving Laws in the U.S. Senior-specific rules … Read more
Imagine waking up to a bigger bank deposit – one that eases the pinch of rising groceries and bills. That’s the promise of the VA disability pay increase 2026. If you’re a veteran or supporting one, this 2.8% boost isn’t just numbers; it’s real relief. Stick around as we break down the new amounts, who … Read more
Starting December 31, 2025 (paid January 1, 2026), the VA is rolling out the official 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) of 2.5%. This means every veteran with a service-connected disability rating will see their monthly check go up automatically—no paperwork needed! Quick History of VA Disability Benefits & COLA VA disability compensation started after World War … Read more
Starting January 2025, the U.S. Department of State and USCIS rolled out the biggest visa policy update in over a decade. We’re talking new application processes, much higher fees, updated work authorizations, and even some surprise entry perks for certain countries. A Quick History of U.S. Visa Changes Visa rules have always evolved, but major … Read more
Imagine waking up, checking your bank account, and seeing an extra $2,000 deposited with the memo “Economic Recovery Payment.” Sounds amazing, right? That’s exactly what thousands of viral posts are promising for December 2025. But before you start planning that holiday shopping spree, let’s separate fact from fiction. I’ve been tracking stimulus check rumors since … Read more
Right now, millions of Americans are searching “$2,000 direct deposit 2025” because rumors are flying about a possible fourth stimulus check or new relief payment. People remember the $1,400 checks from 2021 and hope lightning strikes again! History of Stimulus Checks (2020–2024) Is a New $2,000 Stimulus Check Actually Happening in 2025? As of December … Read more
If you’re a veteran or you know one, you’ve probably been waiting for the official 2025 numbers. Well, the wait is over! The VA just released the 2025 disability payment rates with a 2.5% COLA increase, pushing the maximum 100% rating to $3,831.63 a month starting January. Even better — extra “April payouts” are coming … Read more
If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), December 1, 2025 is a very good day! The Social Security Administration officially confirmed that the regular monthly federal SSI payment of up to $967 for individuals will be sent out on Monday, December 1 (because the normal date falls on a weekend/holiday in some months, they shift … Read more
Imagine getting a surprise $2,000 check from Uncle Sam next year – not from taxes, but from tariffs on imports. Sounds like a dream, right? As stimulus check fans buzz about this new twist, President Trump’s latest proposal could put real money in middle-class pockets amid rising costs. Stick around to uncover who qualifies for … Read more