Millions of people on disability can now save money without losing benefits—here’s how

Many Americans on SSI or Medicaid don’t realize they can now save and invest money through a special account without risking their benefits. ABLE accounts are expanding in 2026—and most people still don’t know they exist.

Seattle man wrongly declared dead loses Social Security benefits amid DOGE cost-cutting

A Seattle retiree was mistakenly marked as deceased by Social Security, causing his benefits to be revoked. His case, first reported by The Seattle Times, raises concerns about deep budget cuts at the agency under Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

Best states for taxes in 2025

There’s no avoiding taxes no matter which state you live in, but where you live could mean you pay a lot more – or a lot less.

Fed keeps interest rates unchanged; what this means for you

As expected, the Federal Reserve will leave interest rates unchanged – for now – as it predicts slower economic growth than it did three months ago.

EU tariffs could hurt these states the most, analysis shows

If the European Union’s 27 countries move forward with retaliatory tariffs on the U.S., some states will be impacted far more than others.

Tariffs will increase car insurance costs faster, analysis finds

Tariffs on Canada and Mexico may cause car insurance rates to rise faster, an analysis found. Here’s what the projections are showing.

New Social Security rules announced: You may be required to visit office in person

New Social Security Administration rules were announced, which will require millions of recipients to visit local agency offices in-person rather than over the phone.

Deadline approaches to claim $1,400 IRS stimulus check – are you eligible?

The deadline is approaching for some American taxpayers to still claim up to $1,400 in stimulus money dating back to 2021 pandemic-era relief.

Study shows how long Social Security, $1.5M nest egg would last in 50 states

A recently-released study looked at the financial runway that retirees would have in each state with Social Security benefits and $1.5 million socked away for retirement.

Time is running out for taxpayers to claim $1B in refunds from 2021

The IRS is warning the public that $1 billion in unclaimed 2021 tax refunds remain because about 1 million taxpayers haven't filed tax returns for that tax year as an April 15 deadline looms.

DOGE cuts threaten IRS free tax-filing program: What to know

IRS Direct File is only in its second year of letting taxpayers file directly with the IRS online, but it may be a casualty of Elon Musk’s DOGE.