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The Biden administration is again gearing up to try to forgive the student debt of tens of millions of Americans, after the Supreme Court struck down its first effort last year. Now, the president has directed the U.S. Department of Education to pursue the regulatory process. In the coming days,...

Check your email: U.S. government is sending notes to millions on upcoming student-loan forgiveness

WashingtonExaminer

Millions of people who live with a serious disability can expect to see their August  Supplemental Security Income checks, worth up to $943, in just ten days. To qualify, one must be partially blind or have a “physical or mental condition(s) that seriously limits their daily activities for a period of 12 months or more, or […]

Social Security update: August direct payment worth $943 goes out in ten days

The Motley Fool

Claiming benefits early gives you more time to enjoy them, particularly during a time when you're likely to be healthier and more active.

The No. 1 Reason to Claim Social Security at Age 62

A historic transfer of wealth is now in motion as trillions of dollars held by older generations are moved down the line. And according to a new report, one under-explored facet of the transfer is just how much money is about to move “horizontally.”. In its 2024 Global Wealth...

$83,000,000,000,000 Transfer of Wealth Kicks Off – With Trillions Shifting To Spouses Before Being Surrendered To Next Generation: Report

Fox Business

Social Security recipients will receive two checks this month, but it doesn't mean retirees are receiving extra money – it's due to a quirk in the system.

Some Americans to receive rare second Social Security payment in August

Wisconsin State

The US Sun

AMERICANS can get payments from a major interest rate settlement. Big Picture Loans, a private money lender, is paying out big bucks after allegations it charged excessive interest rates. The company is known for offering thousands in loans to people with bad credit and then charging high interest rates. Those high rates can make the […]

Americans can claim one-time payment from $65 million interest rate settlement – but it depends on which state you live

FinanceBuzz

There are plenty of six-figure jobs out there that don’t require you to become a medical doctor. Take a look at these jobs that make more than $100,000 a year.

11 Jobs With Six-Figure Salaries That Don’t Require a Medical Degree

Business Insider

The 8th Circuit ruled that Biden cannot carry out cheaper student-loan payments and debt relief through the SAVE plan, replacing its prior pause.

8 million student-loan borrowers on Biden's new repayment plan just got more bad news after a federal court officially blocked cheaper payments and debt cancellation

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is making changes to its payment schedule for August and September. This will affect millions of Americans who rely on Social Security benefits, particularly those receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Typically, SSI benefits are paid on the first of each month. However, when the first...

Early SSI payments scheduled for August

GOBankingRates

When it comes to your Social Security check, deciding where it goes is just as important as getting it in the first place. But with the wild amount of bank accounts out there, how do you know which...

I’m a Bank Teller: 7 Best Bank Accounts To Deposit Your Social Security Check

There's never been a better time to switch banks. Here are three reasons you should consider making a change this month.

3 Reasons to Switch Banks in August

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American Insight

If you need $1,000 to cover an unexpected expense, new regulations in 2024 could make it easier to access funds from your 401(k) or IRA. Under updated rules, you can now withdraw up to $1,000 from these retirement accounts for emergency situations, with more flexibility in defining what qualifies as an emergency.

Can I use my 401(k) as an ATM? New rules allow emergency withdrawals.

Massachusetts State

A million dollars seems like a lot of money, but even with seven figures in savings, careful spending is necessary to live comfortably throughout your golden years. One way to do that is by relocating to a less expensive state. You might be able to trim your costs through researching just how expensive housing and health care are as well as other non-financial factors like climate and crime. That can help you stretch your savings, though the math can be complex.

American retirees with $1M in savings could go broke much faster in these 5 states — do you live in any of them?

New York State

AMERICANS who used the Lyft app during a specific period could qualify for distributions from a recent settlement pot. The direct payment opportunity comes after a class action lawsuit was filed against the ride-share company by the New York State Attorney General (OAG). Lyft was accused in the suit of...

Lyft will send one-time payments from $38m sales tax settlement – but only if you used the app between specific dates

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Making one extra payment a year on a 30-year mortgage can save you serious interest. But it might not be the best use of your money.

Is It Worth It to Make Just 1 Extra Payment a Year on Your 30-Year Mortgage?

Ocilla, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last Thursday, agents from the South Central Drug Task Force (SCDTF) made an arrest following a successful execution of a search warrant at a residence in Ocilla. According to officials, the search yielded a significant quantity of drugs, including tablets suspected to contain fentanyl, associated with a criminal street gang.

Successful Drug Bust in Ocilla Leads to Arrest Linked to 'Local Criminal Street Gang'

MetaMask and Mastercard launches a self-custody debit card pilot program in the UK and EU. The card converts crypto to fiat at the point of transaction using a smart contract. The card aims at increasing financial inclusion and will expand to other regions over time. MetaMask, a leading crypto wallet...

MetaMask partners with Mastercard for a self-custody debit card pilot program

Money Week

Tens of thousands of pensioners will be written to over the summer because their pensions have gone above the frozen income tax thresholds

Pensions: 140,000 pensioners to be hit by surprise tax demand

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  With the cost of living and inflation elevated, many people use credit cards to cover basic needs. But carrying a balance comes at a price. According to the Federal Reserve, credit card interest rates average nearly 23% right now. If you have $10,000 in outstanding credit card debt with a 23% interest rate, you'll face almost $191 in interest for this statement cycle. Unless you pay off a large chunk of that balance, that interest grows, and next month, you'll...

Need to pay off $10,000 in credit card debt? 3 options you may not have considered

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Dubai Court of First Instance affirms crypto as a validity salary payment method

Dubai Court validates salary payments in cryptocurrency, shifting from prior stance. The employee’s contract in the case in question included both fiat and EcoWatt tokens as...

Dubai Court of First Instance affirms crypto as a validity salary payment method

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