Rising cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) and strategic deferrals could propel Old Age Security (OAS) payments up to $969 per month for Canadian seniors in 2025. Here’s what you need to know to maximize your retirement income. Continue reading
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Your $496 GST/HST Credit Is Coming – CRA Releases 2025 Payment Schedule
The GST/HST Credit Canada 2025 is a tax-free quarterly payment provided by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It’s designed to help low and modest-income Canadians offset the cost of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) or Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) they pay throughout the year. With Continue reading
Social Security’s 2026 COLA Increase Confirmed – But Experts Warn It’s Still Not Enough
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed that beneficiaries can expect a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2026, projected between 2.6% and 2.7%. While this may appear to be encouraging news for retirees, financial analysts caution Continue reading
Millions of Workers Set to Lose £320 After Violating HMRC Regulation
Millions of UK workers could see their take-home pay shrink due to frozen income tax and National Insurance thresholds, potentially costing individuals up to £320 annually. Financial experts warn that extending the current freeze could Continue reading
The August Canada Child Benefit Is Coming Soon—Some Parents Will Receive Over $660 Per Child
Parents in Quebec relying on the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) can expect a financial boost this month. The August 2025 payment comes with updated federal rates, meaning more money for eligible families raising children under Continue reading
DWP Confirms £2,797 Loss For Pensioners Born Before These Dates
Thousands of state pensioners in the UK, born before certain key dates, are being alerted to a significant gap in their retirement income—amounting to £2,797 less per year. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Continue reading
Will Your Social Security Be Taxed After Recent Changes? What Retirees Must Know
A major shift in Social Security tax rules is underway, thanks to the newly signed One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). Among its sweeping provisions, the law introduces a special tax deduction for seniors—up to $6,000 per individual or $12,000 Continue reading
$250 Reimbursement Checks Coming For Workers In This US State – Apply by September 22
In a groundbreaking move, the state of Pennsylvania is stepping up to support injured workers using medical marijuana for treatment. Under the newly proposed House Bill 1766 (HB 1766), qualifying individuals may receive monthly reimbursement Continue reading
$4,018 SSDI Payments Coming In August 2025 – See Who Qualifies And When You’ll Get Paid
The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program provides vital monthly support to Americans unable to work due to disability. In August 2025, some high-earning individuals may receive a maximum SSDI payment of $4,018—the highest monthly Continue reading
$1,415 Social Security Benefit In August 2025 – Who Gets Paid And When To Expect It
As the Social Security Administration (SSA) prepares to roll out monthly benefit payments in August 2025, millions of Americans are expected to receive much-needed financial support. For Supplemental Security Income (SSI) beneficiaries, a maximum of Continue reading