Hawaii State

Mountain View, CA

Salon

Vice President Kamala Harris is set to unveil her populist economic agenda at a campaign event in North Carolina on Friday. This highly anticipated plan is Harris’ first-ever detailed vision of her economic policies and includes proposals that prioritize “lowering costs for American families,” going beyond President Joe Biden's campaign platform, The Washington Post reported.

Kamala Harris rolls out agenda: $6K tax credit for newborns, $25K subsidy for first-time homebuyers

This program, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), is very important to about 7.5 million people who depend on it for their money. These benefits are usually given out by the Social Security Administration (SSA) on the first of every month, but there are times when this plan is changed. Due to the payment date falling on a weekend in September, this will be one of those rare cases.

Goodbye to SSI Payments in September Official Changes Take Effect

The Motley Fool

Paying your bills in advance could help you keep more money in the bank. Find out which bills you may want to pay in advance to qualify for a discount.

5 Bills to Always Pay Ahead of Time

The first of three numbers the Social Security Administration (SSA) will use to determine the 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is in, and it points to a more modest increase in monthly benefit payments next year. The Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W) rose by 2.9...

Social Security COLA 2025: How Much Will Payments Increase Next Year?

GOBankingRates

Most Americans are in debt. With the cost of living still surging from the pandemic and lingering inflation, budgets are tight, prompting many to rely on credit cards for living expenses and...

7 Monthly Bills to Always Pay Before the 1st of the Month

Keeping up with rising home energy costs can be tough, especially when household bills, like electric and groceries, continue to increase. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, average energy prices were 29.9% greater in June 2024 compared to June 2020. Caring.com reveals that this, combined with other rising expenses, leaves many low- and moderate-income seniors as well as those on fixed incomes struggling to cover costs. Caring.com reveals that this, combined with other rising expenses, leaves many low- and moderate-income seniors as well as those on fixed incomes struggling to cover their household expenses.

Energy assistance benefits for seniors

Supplemental Security Income recipients have already received their payment for the month of August, but what you may not know is that you're set to receive another one before the end of the month. The payment schedule can change month to month depending on what day a month starts on, which is what's happening this time. We'll explain. Also, if you didn't know, you might be getting a boost to the amount of money in your checks later this year.

SSI Payment Schedule: Here's When You'll Get Your Second Check This Month

Alabama State

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The World Around Jae and Beyond

Disclosure: State of Alabama-based writer. This article is a work from cited sources for informational purposes and is used with permission. No affiliate links are included. After over three decades of marriage, Linda Mathis, the wife of television judge Greg Mathis, has reportedly filed for divorce. The couple, known for their strong partnership both on and off the screen, has been married for 39 years, making this development a significant and unexpected turn in their lives with some Alabamians paying close attention to the divorce.

Linda Mathis Wants Alimony, Monthly Payout Could Be Big, Waives Spousal Support Requirement

TheStreet

Conway Gittens: I’m Conway Gittens reporting from the New York Stock Exchange. Here’s what we’re watching on TheStreet today. Wall Street begins a new week with a focus on economic data. Investors are keen to see if readings on consumer and producer prices nudge the Federal Reserve towards a ...

Retirees set for historic cost of living adjustment increase

CBS News

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  Mortgage interest rates have been falling lately and, this month, they could drop again. With a consistently cooling inflation rate and a rise in unemployment, the Federal Reserve is poised to issue its first cut to the federal funds rate since 2020. And, when it does, mortgage interest rates are expected to adjust downward, too. That will be welcome news for millions of homebuyers, who have been contending with the highest average rates since 2000. But these buyers should...

How much would a $700,000 mortgage cost per month?

California State

WashingtonExaminer

(The Center Square) – The California Senate passed a contentious bill to allow for undocumented immigrants to use the state’s zero-down, zero-interest home “loans” program despite national backlash following coverage of the bill’s looming passage. With 23 votes for and 11 votes against — including all nine Republicans and Democratic State Sens. Catherine Blakespear, D-Encinitas, […]

California Senate passes 0 down, 0 payment home ‘loans’ for illegal immigrants

New Jersey State

NJ Spotlight

There’s still plenty of time to apply. The deadline to file for 2023 tax year is Oct. 31. The latest round in the Senior Freeze property-tax relief program began July 15, with the first reimbursement checks issued. The New Jersey Department of the Treasury’s Division of Taxation said it will continue issuing weekly reimbursements as more applications are filed and approved.

Senior Freeze property-tax relief checks are flowing

The Secure Act and Secure 2.0 Act updated rules around RMDs. The IRS finalized its regulations for enforcing those rules, answering key questions for retirees and inherited IRA owners. Not knowing the rules could end being up very costly. These regulations answer some key questions about the newest RMD rules.

The IRS Just Updated the Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Rules. 3 Things Everyone Needs to Know.

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Maine State

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Sagadahoc County, ME

Lewiston, ME

The Maine Monitor

Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. When a bill to strengthen Maine’s yellow flag law went into effect earlier this month, Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel Merry said he felt a sense of relief.

Law enforcement officers can now get a warrant to take someone into protective custody

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Juney, an inspiring dog who has been through so much in his short life and is now looking for a forever home. Juney's story is one of remarkable resilience and the unwavering spirit of a dog who has overcome unimaginable adversity.

Meet The Sweet Dog Who Survived a Machete Attack Now Looking For Love

Americans who receive Supplemental Security Income, or SSI, won't get a payment during the calendar month of September — but there's no cause for alarm. September SSI payments were sent Friday due to a predetermined change in the schedule. After that, the next SSI check will go out Oct. 1.

Some Social Security Recipients Won't Get a Payment in September (and That's OK)

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

FinanceBuzz

Don’t spend all your retirement cash on useless things instead of expenses you may need to cover. Retirees should stop wasting money in these 10 ways.

The 12 Worst Ways Retirees Waste Money

Vice President Kamala Harris wants to make housing more affordable — and to help more Americans build wealth by investing in real estate. These are the twin goals of the Democratic nominee’s recently unveiled housing agenda. And they are largely incompatible. Harris aims to reduce Americans’ housing costs...

Kamala Harris’s big housing plan has a big problem

Honolulu Civil Beat

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Governor: Hawaii Can Pay The Bills For Maui Fire Recovery, Hazard Pay And More

Hawaii state government is deep into a remarkable surge in spending, with more to come. But there is no sign state tax collections are growing at...

Governor: Hawaii Can Pay The Bills For Maui Fire Recovery, Hazard Pay And More

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