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Limited Access to Healthy Food Puts Strain on Families as Stores Opt Out of Government Program

In the struggle to find stores that accept federal food benefits for low-income families, many children are being forced to forgo essential items like fresh produce and milk. ...

Social Security Administration Confirms Extra $150 in Next Payment

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has recently confirmed that beneficiaries may be eligible for an additional $150 in their upcoming Social Security payment. The SSA employs a calculation method fo...

From Coal to Clean Energy: $428 Million Grant Revitalizing Former Coal-Reliant States Across United States

In a bold move to support communities transitioning away from coal, the U.S. government has announced a significant investment of $428 million in grants aimed at expandi...

How the Golden State Advantage Card Helps Families

The Golden State Advantage (GSA) card is an electronic benefits card designed to assist millions of families with household expenses. It functions like a debit or credit card and is used to access food assistance benefits,...

Struggling With Rising Costs? California Will Credit Your Power Bill in October 2025

California households will see a bit of relief in October 2025 as electricity bill refunds arrive, offering much-needed support during a time of rising costs, inflation pressures, and governm...

What Other Expenses Do Higher Oil Costs Affect?

Oil prices being on the rise has been one of the most heated topics in America since the 2020 Presidential Election. The current administration's favorite talking point is that this is all Russia's fault, and that America is...

9 Ideas That Can Help You Reduce Your Expenses

Living within your means is an integral part of financial well-being. Identifying how to reduce expenses and maximize income is key to achieving financial freedom. However, most people fail to realize how much money they can sa...

Retired and Struggling with Home Expenses while on Social Security? Government Programs Offer Relief

Owning a home during retirement offers stability, but it also comes with financial challenges—especially for those relying solely on Social Security ...

Small Businesses Working to Cut Expenses

Small businesses in America have been through a whole lot since the first lock-downs hit back in 2020 due to the Coronavirus. All told, around 80% of all small businesses in America were forced to close down, either by state or fede...