Recession Warning for 2026 — All Buried in a Missing Jobs Report

Learn how the missing October jobs report, rising unemployment, and new revisions create uncertainty for workers, seniors, and households across the country. With President Trump’s team making major decisions without complete labor data, this explains what these trends could mean heading into 2026.

The missing October jobs report, the delayed September numbers, rising unemployment, and new downward revisions all raise new concerns about the job market heading into 2026. Learn how gaps in labor data make it harder to understand unemployment trends, part-time work, job openings, wage growth, and the divide between higher-income and lower-income households. With President Trump’s administration making decisions without key labor data available before the next Federal Reserve meeting, families, seniors, and workers face more uncertainty. This covers how older workers, fixed-income seniors, and consumer-facing jobs are being affected by rising prices, slower wage growth, and weaker hiring as recession risks grow.

Recession Warning for 2026 — All Buried in a Missing Jobs Report

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Money Instructor does not provide tax, legal, or investment advice. This material has been prepared for educational and informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or investment advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, and investment advisors regarding your own financial situation. Although the information has been researched and vetted beforehand, it may not be current at the time of viewing. Please note, the context of financial investments can be complex and dynamic, necessitating professional advice tailored to your unique circumstances.

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Trump CANCELS Big Social Security Disability Cut, Older Workers Protected

Learn how a major SSDI and SSI rule was reversed before it changed disability benefits for older workers. Learn why the proposal was abandoned, what protections remain in place, and how this decision affects people who rely on disability support.

In today’s update, we cover the major topics behind the cancelled disability benefits rule, including Social Security disability changes, SSDI and SSI eligibility updates, age-based protections, SSA job data modernization, older worker rights, disability program rules, and the reasons the Trump administration reversed the plan. You learn how the proposal could have affected older workers, what the SSA wanted to change, why advocates pushed back, how personal stories influenced the final decision, and what protections still remain for people over 50. This summary highlights key issues like Medicare access, early retirement risks, rural worker challenges, and why the policy was abandoned while keeping all important keywords and themes clear and easy to understand.

Trump CANCELS Big Social Security Disability Cut, Older Workers Protected

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Money Instructor does not provide tax, legal, or investment advice. This material has been prepared for educational and informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or investment advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, and investment advisors regarding your own financial situation. Although the information has been researched and vetted beforehand, it may not be current at the time of viewing. Please note, the context of financial investments can be complex and dynamic, necessitating professional advice tailored to your unique circumstances.

If you need help with Medicare, please contact Medicare, your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP), your current Medicare insurance agent/broker/plan, or feel free to contact my Medicare partner, Chapter, at 615-639-1937. Chapter: Memoir, Inc. d/b/a Chapter is a privately-owned, data and technology-enabled advisory that helps older Americans navigate retirement. Insurance agency services are provided by Chapter Advisory, LLC, a licensed health insurance agency and wholly owned subsidiary of Memoir, Inc. In California, Chapter Advisory, LLC does business as Chapter Insurance Services (Lic. No. 6003691).
Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

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SNAP Reapply Update, Why Your Benefits May Be at Risk

Learn what the new SNAP rules mean for you, including the confusion about reapplying, the changes to work requirements, and who may be affected by the updated eligibility rules. Learn how these changes could impact future benefits and why staying informed is more important than ever.

In today’s update, we cover the major topics people search for like SNAP reapplication rules, SNAP recertification, new SNAP work requirements, expanded work age limits, caregiver exemptions, USDA updates, SNAP eligibility changes, and the new law affecting benefits. You will learn what the new rules mean, why there is confusion about reapplying, how recertification works, what age and exemption changes could impact millions, and how the new federal bill may affect states, benefits, and families. It explains who may be at risk, what steps people should take, and why states may tighten rules in the future. This helps anyone trying to understand SNAP updates, benefits, and the new policy changes in simple terms.

SNAP Reapply Update, Why Your Benefits May Be at Risk

🆓Help finding a Medicare plan is ALWAYS FREE! Call 615-639-1937 for our Medicare partner, Chapter Medicare or click here

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Money Instructor does not provide tax, legal, or investment advice. This material has been prepared for educational and informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or investment advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, and investment advisors regarding your own financial situation. Although the information has been researched and vetted beforehand, it may not be current at the time of viewing. Please note, the context of financial investments can be complex and dynamic, necessitating professional advice tailored to your unique circumstances.

If you need help with Medicare, please contact Medicare, your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP), your current Medicare insurance agent/broker/plan, or feel free to contact my Medicare partner, Chapter, at 615-639-1937. Chapter: Memoir, Inc. d/b/a Chapter is a privately-owned, data and technology-enabled advisory that helps older Americans navigate retirement. Insurance agency services are provided by Chapter Advisory, LLC, a licensed health insurance agency and wholly owned subsidiary of Memoir, Inc. In California, Chapter Advisory, LLC does business as Chapter Insurance Services (Lic. No. 6003691).
Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

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2026 Medicare Premium Increase, Social Security Checks Hit Hard

Learn how the new 2026 Medicare Part B premium increase affects your Social Security check and why your raise may feel smaller this year. Learn the key changes to Medicare costs, COLA, deductibles, and drug plans so you can prepare and protect your monthly income.

In today’s update, we cover the new Medicare Part B premium increase for 2026, the Social Security impact, and how seniors’ monthly checks change after the new costs. Learn how the 2026 COLA, Medicare deductibles, drug plan changes, hold harmless rules, and income-based surcharges all affect your final Social Security payment. See why rising Medicare costs reduce the value of your COLA and why many people feel like their raise barely shows up in their check. Understand rising healthcare costs, the new deductible, shrinking drug plan choices, and important Medicare rules that protect or reduce your payments. Get clear guidance on how these Medicare and Social Security changes affect your budget and what key areas to watch in 2026.

2026 Medicare Premium Increase, Social Security Checks Hit Hard

🆓Help finding a Medicare plan is ALWAYS FREE! Call 615-639-1937 for our Medicare partner, Chapter Medicare or click here

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Money Instructor does not provide tax, legal, or investment advice. This material has been prepared for educational and informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or investment advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, and investment advisors regarding your own financial situation. Although the information has been researched and vetted beforehand, it may not be current at the time of viewing. Please note, the context of financial investments can be complex and dynamic, necessitating professional advice tailored to your unique circumstances.

If you need help with Medicare, please contact Medicare, your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP), your current Medicare insurance agent/broker/plan, or feel free to contact my Medicare partner, Chapter, at 615-639-1937. Chapter: Memoir, Inc. d/b/a Chapter is a privately-owned, data and technology-enabled advisory that helps older Americans navigate retirement. Insurance agency services are provided by Chapter Advisory, LLC, a licensed health insurance agency and wholly owned subsidiary of Memoir, Inc. In California, Chapter Advisory, LLC does business as Chapter Insurance Services (Lic. No. 6003691).
Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

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Congress Just Passed 12 Big Changes… Hidden Inside the Shutdown Bill

Learn how Trump’s 2000 dollar tariff-funded stimulus check payment plan works and why many experts say it faces major challenges right now. Learn the key facts about funding, inflation, legal limits, and what this proposal could mean for your money.

In today’s update, we cover Trump’s $2000 stimulus check proposal, tariff-funded payments, inflation concerns, tariff revenue limits, Supreme Court challenges, congressional approval rules, economic relief debates, cost estimates for national checks, household cost impacts from tariffs, and political timing before the 2026 midterms. You will learn about how tariff revenue works, why the payments may not be funded, how inflation could rise from large payments, why Congress controls spending, and why the Supreme Court case matters for the plan. This gives you a simple and clear explanation of the major money questions people are asking right now in one place.

Congress Just Passed 12 Big Changes… Hidden Inside the Shutdown Bill

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Money Instructor does not provide tax, legal, or investment advice. This material has been prepared for educational and informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or investment advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, and investment advisors regarding your own financial situation. Although the information has been researched and vetted beforehand, it may not be current at the time of viewing. Please note, the context of financial investments can be complex and dynamic, necessitating professional advice tailored to your unique circumstances.

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Trump’s $2000 Stimulus Check Update: What’s Really Going On

Learn how Trump’s 2000 dollar tariff-funded stimulus check payment plan works and why many experts say it faces major challenges right now. Learn the key facts about funding, inflation, legal limits, and what this proposal could mean for your money.

In today’s update, we cover Trump’s $2000 stimulus check proposal, tariff-funded payments, inflation concerns, tariff revenue limits, Supreme Court challenges, congressional approval rules, economic relief debates, cost estimates for national checks, household cost impacts from tariffs, and political timing before the 2026 midterms. You will learn about how tariff revenue works, why the payments may not be funded, how inflation could rise from large payments, why Congress controls spending, and why the Supreme Court case matters for the plan. This gives you a simple and clear explanation of the major money questions people are asking right now in one place.

Trump’s $2000 Stimulus Check Update: What’s Really Going On

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Money Instructor does not provide tax, legal, or investment advice. This material has been prepared for educational and informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or investment advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, and investment advisors regarding your own financial situation. Although the information has been researched and vetted beforehand, it may not be current at the time of viewing. Please note, the context of financial investments can be complex and dynamic, necessitating professional advice tailored to your unique circumstances.

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Social Security December 2025 Changes That Will Impact Your Check

Learn what the new Social Security rules mean for your December 2025 and 2026 checks and benefits, including how COLA, Medicare premiums, and tax deductions work together. Learn how these updates affect your check and what steps help you prepare for 2026.

In today’s update, we cover the major Social Security changes coming in December 2025 for 2026, including the new COLA increase, rising Medicare Part B premiums, the new senior tax deduction, changes to federal and state taxation, updates to the earnings test, and new SSDI income limits. You will learn how these overlapping rules can raise your benefits in one area while reducing your check in another, and why preparing early helps protect your income. It also explains budgeting steps, Medicare plan checks, tax withholding options, and why Social Security remains a key source of retirement income. This impacts retirees including SSI (Supplemental Security Income), SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance), survivors, VA, and spousal benefits. This summary helps you understand the most important Social Security, Medicare, and tax updates so you can plan for 2026 with clarity.

Social Security December 2025 Changes That Will Impact Your Check

🆓Help finding a Medicare plan is ALWAYS FREE! Call 615-639-1937 for our Medicare partner, Chapter Medicare or click here

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Money Instructor does not provide tax, legal, or investment advice. This material has been prepared for educational and informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or investment advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, and investment advisors regarding your own financial situation. Although the information has been researched and vetted beforehand, it may not be current at the time of viewing. Please note, the context of financial investments can be complex and dynamic, necessitating professional advice tailored to your unique circumstances.

If you need help with Medicare, please contact Medicare, your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP), your current Medicare insurance agent/broker/plan, or feel free to contact my Medicare partner, Chapter, at 615-639-1937. Chapter: Memoir, Inc. d/b/a Chapter is a privately-owned, data and technology-enabled advisory that helps older Americans navigate retirement. Insurance agency services are provided by Chapter Advisory, LLC, a licensed health insurance agency and wholly owned subsidiary of Memoir, Inc. In California, Chapter Advisory, LLC does business as Chapter Insurance Services (Lic. No. 6003691).
Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

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Trump Cuts Food Tariffs: Grocery Prices Finally Coming Down

Learn how Trump’s new tariff executive order for cuts on coffee, beef, fruits, and other essentials could finally help lower grocery prices after months of rising costs. These changes aim to address affordability, ease pressure on household budgets, and provide real relief where families feel it most.

In today’s update, we cover Trump lowering food prices by cutting tariffs on coffee, beef, bananas, tomatoes, fruits, teas, spices, and other imports. It explains how high tariffs pushed grocery prices up, why beef rose 12 to 18 percent, how coffee hit record highs, and how affordability concerns forced policy changes. You will learn how tariff rollbacks affect grocery bills, how supply chains influence price drops, why voters demanded relief, and what this means for everyday costs. It also includes how retroactive tariff cuts work, why stores may lower prices at different speeds, and how new trade agreements may shape future food prices. This gives a clear view of food inflation, tariffs, affordability, and consumer impact in simple language.

Trump Cuts Food Tariffs: Grocery Prices Finally Coming Down

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Money Instructor does not provide tax, legal, or investment advice. This material has been prepared for educational and informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or investment advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, and investment advisors regarding your own financial situation. Although the information has been researched and vetted beforehand, it may not be current at the time of viewing. Please note, the context of financial investments can be complex and dynamic, necessitating professional advice tailored to your unique circumstances.

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Trump Signs Shutdown Bill | What’s Inside the New Law

Learn the truth behind Trump’s $2,000 checks, how tariffs really work, and why many experts say the money might not exist the way people think.
Discover how this idea spread online and what it could mean for your wallet, inflation, and future payments.

Americans are hearing a lot about President Trump’s new $2,000 checks, but few know what’s really behind them. This explains how the proposed $2,000 “dividend” would be funded through tariffs, what tariff revenues actually are, and why the math and legality may not add up. It explores how tariffs affect prices, the Supreme Court case challenging Trump’s use of emergency powers, and what it means for Social Security, inflation, and everyday Americans. You’ll understand how misinformation spreads across YouTube and how these headlines tie into larger issues like government spending, consumer costs, and political trust — all explained clearly and simply.

Trump Signs Shutdown Bill | What’s Inside the New Law

🆓Help finding a Medicare plan is ALWAYS FREE! Call 615-639-1937 for our Medicare partner, Chapter Medicare or click here

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Money Instructor does not provide tax, legal, or investment advice. This material has been prepared for educational and informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or investment advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, and investment advisors regarding your own financial situation. Although the information has been researched and vetted beforehand, it may not be current at the time of viewing. Please note, the context of financial investments can be complex and dynamic, necessitating professional advice tailored to your unique circumstances.

If you need help with Medicare, please contact Medicare, your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP), your current Medicare insurance agent/broker/plan, or feel free to contact my Medicare partner, Chapter, at 615-639-1937. Chapter: Memoir, Inc. d/b/a Chapter is a privately-owned, data and technology-enabled advisory that helps older Americans navigate retirement. Insurance agency services are provided by Chapter Advisory, LLC, a licensed health insurance agency and wholly owned subsidiary of Memoir, Inc. In California, Chapter Advisory, LLC does business as Chapter Insurance Services (Lic. No. 6003691).
Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

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What No One’s Telling You About Trump’s $2,000 Checks

Learn the truth behind Trump’s $2,000 checks, how tariffs really work, and why many experts say the money might not exist the way people think.
Discover how this idea spread online and what it could mean for your wallet, inflation, and future payments.

Americans are hearing a lot about President Trump’s new $2,000 checks, but few know what’s really behind them. This explains how the proposed $2,000 “dividend” would be funded through tariffs, what tariff revenues actually are, and why the math and legality may not add up. It explores how tariffs affect prices, the Supreme Court case challenging Trump’s use of emergency powers, and what it means for Social Security, inflation, and everyday Americans. You’ll understand how misinformation spreads across YouTube and how these headlines tie into larger issues like government spending, consumer costs, and political trust — all explained clearly and simply.

What No One’s Telling You About Trump’s $2,000 Checks

🆓Help finding a Medicare plan is ALWAYS FREE! Call 615-639-1937 for our Medicare partner, Chapter Medicare or click here

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Money Instructor does not provide tax, legal, or investment advice. This material has been prepared for educational and informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or investment advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, and investment advisors regarding your own financial situation. Although the information has been researched and vetted beforehand, it may not be current at the time of viewing. Please note, the context of financial investments can be complex and dynamic, necessitating professional advice tailored to your unique circumstances.

If you need help with Medicare, please contact Medicare, your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP), your current Medicare insurance agent/broker/plan, or feel free to contact my Medicare partner, Chapter, at 615-639-1937. Chapter: Memoir, Inc. d/b/a Chapter is a privately-owned, data and technology-enabled advisory that helps older Americans navigate retirement. Insurance agency services are provided by Chapter Advisory, LLC, a licensed health insurance agency and wholly owned subsidiary of Memoir, Inc. In California, Chapter Advisory, LLC does business as Chapter Insurance Services (Lic. No. 6003691).
Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

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Senate Bill Passed: Government Shutdown Ends – What Happens Next for America

Learn what happens next now that the Senate passed the bill to end the government shutdown. Understand how this deal affects workers, benefits, and the economy — and why the fight in Washington may not be over.

After 42 days of gridlock, the Senate passed a bill to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history — but the fight isn’t finished yet. This update explains what happens next, how the deal affects federal workers, Social Security, SNAP food aid, and travel delays, and why the government may face another shutdown in early 2026. Viewers learn about political fallout, economic impacts, back pay, air travel recovery, and the potential return of critical programs. This breakdown covers government reopening details, policy effects, and what ordinary Americans should expect in the coming weeks.

Senate Bill Passed: Government Shutdown Ends – What Happens Next for America

🆓Help finding a Medicare plan is ALWAYS FREE! Call 615-639-1937 for our Medicare partner, Chapter Medicare or click here

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Money Instructor does not provide tax, legal, or investment advice. This material has been prepared for educational and informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or investment advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, and investment advisors regarding your own financial situation. Although the information has been researched and vetted beforehand, it may not be current at the time of viewing. Please note, the context of financial investments can be complex and dynamic, necessitating professional advice tailored to your unique circumstances.

If you need help with Medicare, please contact Medicare, your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP), your current Medicare insurance agent/broker/plan, or feel free to contact my Medicare partner, Chapter, at 615-639-1937. Chapter: Memoir, Inc. d/b/a Chapter is a privately-owned, data and technology-enabled advisory that helps older Americans navigate retirement. Insurance agency services are provided by Chapter Advisory, LLC, a licensed health insurance agency and wholly owned subsidiary of Memoir, Inc. In California, Chapter Advisory, LLC does business as Chapter Insurance Services (Lic. No. 6003691).
Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

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Food Stamp Update: Relief Coming as Shutdown Nears Its End (2025 Update)

Learn what the new Senate deal means for SNAP benefits as the government shutdown nears its end. Discover how court rulings, funding delays, and political fights have impacted millions of Americans waiting for food assistance.

This update covers the latest on the 2025 government shutdown and how it affects SNAP benefits, food stamps, and federal aid programs. Learn how the Supreme Court fight over SNAP payments unfolded, why the USDA reversed course, and what the new Senate deal means for families still waiting for benefits. The update explains how the shutdown is ending, when SNAP funding will restart, and what steps states are taking to restore payments. It also highlights the impact on food banks, the legal and political battle behind the scenes, and what this crisis reveals about the stability of America’s food assistance system.

Food Stamp Update: Relief Coming as Shutdown Nears Its End (2025 Update)

🆓Help finding a Medicare plan is ALWAYS FREE! Call 615-639-1937 for our Medicare partner, Chapter Medicare or click here

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Money Instructor does not provide tax, legal, or investment advice. This material has been prepared for educational and informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or investment advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, and investment advisors regarding your own financial situation. Although the information has been researched and vetted beforehand, it may not be current at the time of viewing. Please note, the context of financial investments can be complex and dynamic, necessitating professional advice tailored to your unique circumstances.

If you need help with Medicare, please contact Medicare, your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP), your current Medicare insurance agent/broker/plan, or feel free to contact my Medicare partner, Chapter, at 615-639-1937. Chapter: Memoir, Inc. d/b/a Chapter is a privately-owned, data and technology-enabled advisory that helps older Americans navigate retirement. Insurance agency services are provided by Chapter Advisory, LLC, a licensed health insurance agency and wholly owned subsidiary of Memoir, Inc. In California, Chapter Advisory, LLC does business as Chapter Insurance Services (Lic. No. 6003691).
Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

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