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Alaska PFD Update: Final $1,000 December Payment — Who Gets It and When
Alaska’s 2025 Permanent Fund Dividend has been set at US $1,000 per eligible resident, significantly lower than recent years. The final payment wave arrives December 18, reflecting a legislative choice amid budget constraints.
Early Look at 2026 Social Security: How the New COLA May Change Your Take-Home Amount
The 2026 Social Security COLA will increase by 2.8%, raising the average retiree benefit by about $56 per month. The adjustment aims to offset inflation, though analysts warn many seniors may still struggle as essential living costs continue to outpace income gains.
Year-end CalFresh Benefits 2025 – What You Can Buy and When Your EBT Deposit Arrives Each Month
California’s CalFresh benefits 2025 program will follow the regular 1st–10th EBT deposit schedule, state officials confirmed. Eligible foods and purchasing rules remain unchanged, while funding disruptions from the federal shutdown have been resolved heading into the new year.
$2000 Relief Proposal: Where the Plan Stands Now and What It Could Mean for You
The $2000 Relief Proposal seeks to distribute tariff-funded payments to Americans, but no legislation has approved the plan. Courts, Congress, and fiscal challenges leave the proposal’s timeline and viability uncertain as policymakers debate its economic and legal feasibility.
Alaska’s December Payment: Final $1,000 PFD Checks Arrive on the 18th—Who’s Included
Alaska will issue its final $1,000 Permanent Fund Dividend on December 18, with the December Payment going to residents listed as “Eligible – Not Paid” by December 10. The payout reflects legislative changes that reduced the 2025 dividend amid ongoing state budget pressures.
SSDI in 2026: Check Process to Fil Your Disability Claim and Eligibility Criteria
Federal administrators updated requirements for SSDI in 2026, tightening documentation standards and adjusting work credit thresholds. The changes affect eligibility criteria and the disability claim process as states manage growing caseloads and extended review times amid rising disability applications.
Planning to Retire in 2026? How to Estimate What Your Social Security Check Will Really Be
Americans planning to retire in 2026 need to understand how their Social Security check will be calculated. Earnings history, filing age, and inflation adjustments all influence the final benefit. Experts urge early planning to prepare for changing economic conditions.
December Tax Refunds: Which States Are Sending Payments Up to $1,500
Several U.S. states are issuing December Tax Refunds this month, with payments reaching up to $1,500 for eligible residents. Programs in Colorado, New Jersey, California, and Maine offer significant relief as states distribute surplus revenues through year-end refund initiatives.
Florida SNAP Update: These Seven Groups Will Receive Their Payments This Week
The Florida SNAP Update confirms that seven case-number groups will receive their benefits between December 8 and 14. Florida’s DCF continues its staggered monthly distribution system, ensuring reliable payments for more than three million households that rely on SNAP assistance statewide.
U.S. Cities Ranked as Least Ideal for Retirement — The Full 15-City List
A national assessment of 182 U.S. cities identifies 15 as the least suitable for retirement, citing high housing costs, limited healthcare access, and low quality-of-life indicators. The findings highlight growing challenges faced by older Americans seeking stable and affordable places to age.