New York City, NY

Columbus, OH

SmartAsset

Planning for retirement can be both exciting and challenging. Figuring out how much you can realistically spend each year is a key piece of that puzzle. For example, a 62-year-old with $800,000 in savings and a monthly Social Security benefit of $2,600 can reasonably expect an annual income of $63,200 in retirement. Figuring out how […] The post I’m 62, Have $800,000 and Will Receive $2,600 Monthly from Social Security. What's My Retirement Budget? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.

I'm 62, Have $800,000 and Will Receive $2,600 Monthly from Social Security. What's My Retirement Budget?

Fox Business

The chief actuaries for Social Security and Medicare testified before the House Budget Committee about the two programs' looming insolvency roughly a decade from now.

Social Security payments will get cut $325 a month starting in 2033 without changes: actuaries

Detroit, MI

DETROIT — The federal government is laying the groundwork for a potentially major change to the nation’s largest rental assistance program, aiming to test an idea that would allow low-income tenants to pay rent directly with cash, rather than use traditional housing vouchers. On Wednesday afternoon in Detroit,...

The federal government’s new plan to (maybe) give renters straight cash

Social Security recipients get an annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to protect the buying power of their benefits from inflation. However, more than two-thirds of retirees surveyed by The Senior Citizen Leagues said the 3.2% COLA in 2024 was too small, meaning benefits did not increase enough to cover their elevated expenses.

The Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Forecast for 2025 Was Just Revised Lower, but Retirees May Have a Bigger Problem

Homeownership has long been a cornerstone of the American Dream, symbolizing stability, success and financial security. However, the landscape of homeownership is rapidly evolving due to various economic, technological and societal shifts. Understanding what the future of homeownership looks like can help potential buyers, current homeowners and industry professionals navigate this changing terrain. In this article, we will explore the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of homeownership.

What the future of homeownership looks like

Newark, NJ

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Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

As president, Trump called for the elimination of the Education Department's debt relief programs, including the popular Public Service Loan Forgiveness initiative, which benefits public employees such as members of the U.S. Armed Forces, first responders, public defenders, prosecutors and teachers. He also wanted to slash the department's budget, and...

Trump may roll back student loan forgiveness programs if elected to second term

WashingtonExaminer

The third and final round of June’s three Social Security payments, worth up to $4,873 for the highest income earners who retire at 70, will be sent to the next group of retirees in six days. Here is everything to know about this month’s Social Security payments. What is it? Social Security retirement payments are monthly checks given to retirees, meant […]

Social Security update: Third round of June payments worth $4,873 to go out in six days

South Carolina State

The New Republic

A new analysis of Representative Nancy Mace’s finances reveals that the South Carolina Republican overcharged Congress thousands of dollars to cover housing expenses on her $1.6 million Washington, D.C., townhouse.Mace was accused of “secretly fleecing taxpayers” in an ethics complaint filed earlier this week, alleging she sought higher monthly lodging reimbursements than what was actually warranted per her expenses.A closer analysis of bills from her home—including Washington Gas, Pepco water, Xfinity internet, insurance, and taxes—indicates that Mace charged the government for more than $8,900 over what she was eligible for, reported Punchbowl News.In a statement to Punchbowl News, Mace’s communications...

Here’s How Much Nancy Mace May Have Fleeced From Taxpayers

The Motley Fool

Major changes to Social Security will be announced that day, including a 2025 COLA.

October 10 Is a Huge Day for Social Security This Year. Here's Why.

FinanceBuzz

Discover the relentless dedication it takes to perform these 14 arduous jobs and why a pay increase is long overdue.

14 Jobs Notorious for Underpaying Employees

The government will announce the 2025 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in October. The latest projections put it at 2.57%, with estimates for COLAs over the next decade being even lower. Smaller COLAs mean lower inflation, but they also force seniors to come up with new ways to make up...

The 2025 Social Security COLA Could Be the Largest We See for a Long Time. Here's Why That's Bad News for Seniors

Georgia State

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Coffee County, GA

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

GOBankingRates

It's not always the nine-to-five, Monday-to-Friday jobs that always are going to be the most lucrative. Sometimes its the jobs that you least expect where just having certain certifications, skills,...

10 Part-Time Jobs That Can Make You Richer Than a Full-Time Job

24/7 Wall St.

Social Security is the largest U.S. government program, costing about $1.24 trillion a year, but it’s by no means a handout! Funded by payroll deductions, your Social Security benefits are the fruit of your hard-earned labor over many years. Despite all the hype about the program running out of money, the United States government has […]
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Mark Your Calendar for July’s Social Security Payments

Ali Carney, 46, of Newark, received a 65-month prison sentence for conspiring to distribute narcotics, including fentanyl and heroin, and possessing with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Gang Member Sentenced to 65 Months for Drug Trafficking

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

The Aurora City Council will consider using opioid settlement money Monday to pay for drug treatment for clients of its yet to open homeless services campus. The council will vote during its study session whether to spend money from the fund on a peer advisor, a van to transport clients from the navigation center to treatment, and a case manager. The city will receive about $14 million in opioid settlement funds, according to a presentation by city staff to the city council.

Aurora may send homeless people to rehab

The 2025 projection for a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) just dropped from 2.66% to 2.57%. COLAs are based on third-quarter inflation data, so we won't have an actual number until October. A smaller COLA means inflation is easing, so seniors shouldn't panic if the final number comes in even lower. Next...

The 2025 Social Security COLA Is a Good News/Bad News Situation for Retirees

Gloucester County, NJ

Franklinville, NJ

FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. -A Gloucester County, New Jersey, man admitted today that he defrauded the government of more than $200,000 in Social Security and Medicaid benefits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Man Guilty of $200K Social Security & Medicaid Fraud

Brooklyn, NY

Jersey City, NJ

Hoboken, NJ

NewsBreak

Budget cuts: Funding restored but problems remain for some community composting sites

In an 11th-hour reversal, the city restored funding to community composting programs for its 2025 fiscal year budget. Mayor Eric Adams praised his own efforts and...

Budget cuts: Funding restored but problems remain for some community composting sites

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