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Social Security Letter Explained – How to Respond and Avoid Losing Benefits

Learn what to do if Social Security sends you a letter that says you were overpaid and your check gets withheld. Discover how to protect your benefits, respond to the letter, and avoid future overpayment risks in 2025. 🆓Help finding a Medicare plan is ALWAYS FREE! Call 615-639-1937 for our Medicare partner, Chapter Medicare. Or, … Continue reading Social Security Letter Explained – How to Respond and Avoid Losing Benefits

Why Everyone’s Panic Buying Right Now (And What You Should Do)

Learn what’s causing panic buying and how Trump’s new tariffs could impact your wallet, from iPhone prices to Costco runs. Discover smart strategies to protect your finances and avoid costly mistakes. In today’s news update, panic buying is back as prices rise fast due to new tariffs on goods like cars, tech, and groceries. This … Continue reading Why Everyone’s Panic Buying Right Now (And What You Should Do)

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Trump’s Executive Order: How Ending Paper Checks Will Affect Your Social Security and Tax Refunds

Learn about Trump’s executive order to end paper checks and transition to digital payments. Find out how this change affects your Social Security, tax refunds, and how to prepare for 2025. In this content, you’ll learn about President Trump’s executive order that will end paper checks for government payments starting in 2025. This change includes … Continue reading Trump’s Executive Order: How Ending Paper Checks Will Affect Your Social Security and Tax Refunds

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What Retirees Are Doing with Their Money Amid Tariffs and the Stock Market Sell-Off

Learn how retirees, those on Social Security, and others are adjusting to the market sell-off and rising tariffs with smarter spending, flexible withdrawals, and updated savings strategies with their money. This explains what’s happening and how you can stay financially steady during uncertain times. In today’s news, many retirees and near-retirees are facing tough decisions … Continue reading What Retirees Are Doing with Their Money Amid Tariffs and the Stock Market Sell-Off

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Trump’s New Reciprocal Tariffs: Will Prices Rise?

Learn what reciprocal tariffs are and how Trump’s new trade plan, set to launch with the Liberation Day announcement on April 2, could raise prices on everyday goods. Understand the broader economic impact and how it might affect your job, your spending, and your future. In today’s news update, learn how Trump’s new reciprocal tariffs … Continue reading Trump’s New Reciprocal Tariffs: Will Prices Rise?

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They Can Now Take Your Entire Social Security Check – New Overpayment Rule

Learn about the new Social Security Administration overpayment policy that allows 100% of your Social Security check to be withheld starting in March 2025. We’ll show you what this means, why it matters, and how to protect your benefits. In today’s update, learn about the new Social Security overpayments policy now in effect that allows … Continue reading They Can Now Take Your Entire Social Security Check – New Overpayment Rule

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High-Yield Savings Accounts: What They Are and Why They Matter

What is a high-yield savings account? Learn how a high-yield savings account can help you earn significantly more interest on your savings with zero risk. Discover why traditional savings accounts pay almost nothing and how you can make a simple switch for a better return. A beginner’s guide to high-yield savings accounts. High-yield savings accounts … Continue reading High-Yield Savings Accounts: What They Are and Why They Matter

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Costs for Dogs, Cats, and Other Pets Are Rising — Here’s What to Do

Learn what’s really causing the spike in pet expenses for dogs, cats, and other furry friends, and how to plan ahead without compromising care. Discover smart tips for budgeting, insurance, supplies, and emergency costs. In today’s money update, Pet ownership costs are rising fast in 2025, and many pet parents are feeling the pressure. This … Continue reading Costs for Dogs, Cats, and Other Pets Are Rising — Here’s What to Do

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What the Fed Just Announced & What It Means for Your Money

Learn how the Federal Reserve’s latest decision on interest rates impacts your savings, investments, retirement, Social Security, credit, and mortgage. Find out what you should do now to protect your money and take advantage of upcoming changes. In today’s news update, the Federal Reserve’s latest interest rate decision is shaping the future of your finances. … Continue reading What the Fed Just Announced & What It Means for Your Money

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SCAM ALERT: FBI Issues Urgent Warning on iPhone & Android Text Scam

Learn how scammers are using fake texts to steal personal and financial information. The FBI warns that smishing scams are increasing rapidly on iPhone and Android phones, but with the right precautions, you can stay safe. Scammers are flooding iPhones and Android devices with fake text messages that look like real alerts from banks, delivery … Continue reading SCAM ALERT: FBI Issues Urgent Warning on iPhone & Android Text Scam

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Is Trump Causing a Recession? How to Prepare in 2025

Learn how Trump’s trade policies, inflation, and stock market volatility are shaping the economy and what it means for your financial future. Get the facts on whether a recession is coming and how you can protect your money. In today’s news update, the economy is facing uncertainty with inflation, tariffs, and stock market volatility, and … Continue reading Is Trump Causing a Recession? How to Prepare in 2025

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First Eggs, Now Milk? Trump’s Tariffs on Canada Could Raise Prices Again

Learn why Trump’s tariffs on Canada could make milk and dairy prices the next big grocery cost to rise. Get insights on what’s happening, why it matters, and how to prepare for possible price increases. In today’s news update, milk prices could be the next big grocery cost to surge, just like eggs. Tariffs on … Continue reading First Eggs, Now Milk? Trump’s Tariffs on Canada Could Raise Prices Again

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