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9 Government Letters That Should Never Arrive in Your Mailbox

Your daily mail is usually a mix of bills and junk mail. However, certain official envelopes can make your heart stop. A letter from a government agency often signals a serious issue. While many are routine, some letters indicate significant financial or legal trouble. You should treat these nine specific…

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Every New Trillion Of Debt In Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' Is 'Free Adertising For Bitcoin,' Expert States

President Donald Trump's widely debated “Big Beautiful Bill” passed through the Senate overnight, setting the stage for major fiscal expansion and prompting several market analysts to point to Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) as a potential long-term beneficiary.

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7 Retirement Dreams That Turn Into Nightmares Without Planning

Retirement is supposed to be the reward for decades of hard work. Many people picture long vacations, time with family, and the freedom to do what they want. But the truth is, retirement dreams can quickly turn into nightmares if you don’t plan ahead. Costs can pile up, health can…

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Insurance group Kelly Benefits says over half a million people now affected in major data breach - here's what we know

Criminals stole a host of sensitive files, including names, Social Security numbers, and more.

TechRadar

'You Can't Take It With You' — Five Things You Lose in Retirement

There will inevitably be things you lose in retirement. But it's not all gloom and doom. Most people find happiness in retirement: here's how.

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J.D. Vance Says Immigrants Will 'Bankrupt' the Federal Government. The Opposite Is True.

Vance cast the tie-breaking vote for a bill that will add $4 trillion to the debt. Meanwhile, immigrants are helping to keep the federal government's fiscal house of cards propped up.

Reason

Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Offers Seniors A $6,000 'Bonus' Tax Deduction: Here's How You Qualify For The Benefit

President Donald Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" promises the first new tax break for older Americans since 2017, a temporary "senior bonus" deduction that could reduce many retirees' taxable income by up to $6,000 each year from 2025-28.

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Social Security's First Beneficiary Lived to Be 100: Will You?

Ida May Fuller, Social Security's first beneficiary, retired in 1939 and died in 1975. Today, we should all be planning for a retirement that's as long as Ida's.

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8 Retirement Side Hustles the IRS Is Quietly Watching This Year

Side hustles are no longer just for millennials trying to crush student debt—retirees are getting in on the action, too. From freelancing to flipping furniture, older Americans are using side gigs to supplement Social Security and savings. But there’s one big catch: the IRS is watching. In recent years, the…

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Social Security Says She Owes $4,765 — But Could The Monthly Rule Save Her From Paying Back Money She Didn't Earn?

When a woman received a letter from the Social Security Administration claiming she owed $4,765 due to excess earnings, she was understandably confused. After all, she thought she had followed the rules when she started collecting benefits early and continued working. But could a lesser-known rule — the "monthly earnings…

Benzinga

Why the NFLPA Kept Damning Collusion Evidence From Its Own Players

Plus: NHL labor news, wrestling regulations, and F1: The Movie.

Reason

10 “Free” Benefits Retirees Often Forget to Claim

Retirement should be a time to relax, but it’s easy to miss out on valuable “free” benefits you’ve earned over the years. Many retirees are unaware of the numerous programs, discounts, and services available to them at no cost. These benefits can help stretch your budget, improve your health, and…

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9 Common Legal Documents That People Store Incorrectly

Legal documents are a part of life, whether you’re buying a house, starting a new job, or just handling everyday paperwork. But many people don’t realize how easy it is to store these documents the wrong way. When you keep important papers in the wrong place, you risk losing them,…

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'I Make $80K More Per Year Than Her' – Husband Concerned How Wife Claiming Social Security On His Salary Could Affect His Benefits

As couples approach retirement age, Social Security benefits can raise plenty of questions — especially when there's a big gap in income between spouses.

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The Guardian - US

Trump officials create searchable national citizenship database

Homeland security and Doge merge immigration data with social security to create index it claims will stop voter fraud

Reason

Senate's Tax Bill Will Add $270 Billion to the Deficit Next Year, Despite Gimmicks

The House-passed version of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act was fiscally irresponsible. The Senate has made the bill worse.

International Business Times

What The $3.3 Trillion Bill Means For Your Wallet And The Country

The legislation would cut taxes sharply for businesses while also offering new credits to companies that manufacture in the U.S. It would restructure income tax brackets, delivering the biggest gains to top earners.

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Social Security Scotland is 'shining example of what we can do with independence'

SCOTLAND’S approach to social security based on "dignity, fairness and respect" is a “shining example” of how the country could…

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Social Security to Rise 2.5% in 2026—Why It May Not Be Enough

Good news on the surface: retirees are set to see a 2.5% increase in Social Security benefits starting January 2026. But when everyday costs—like food,...

Reason

Social Security and Medicare Are Racing Toward Drastic Cuts—Yet Lawmakers Refuse To Act

Other countries have taken meaningful steps to address similar challenges. The U.S. has done nothing.

Kiplinger

The '8-Year Rule of Social Security' — A Retirement Rule

The '8-Year Rule of Social Security' holds that it's best to be like Ike — Eisenhower, that is. The five-star General knew a thing or two about good timing.

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Are You Owed Money Thanks to the SSFA? You Might Need to Do Something to Get It

The Social Security Fairness Act removed restrictions on benefits for people with government pensions. If you're one of them, don't leave money on the table. Here's how you can be proactive in claiming what you're due.

Benzinga

He's 67, Still Working, And Just Sold His House — His Bank Advisor Says Claiming Social Security Now Or Lose Money Later. Is That True?

In a recent Reddit post on r/SocialSecurity, a user shared a dilemma that stirred up plenty of advice — and some confusion. The poster's friend is 67, still working full-time, and just sold his house. He hasn't started collecting Social Security yet, but a bank advisor told him he should…

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6 Financial Safety Nets That Don’t Work Anymore

Life is full of surprises, and for decades, people have relied on certain financial safety nets to cushion the blow when things go wrong. But the world has changed. Rising costs, shifting job markets, and evolving government policies mean that some of the old standbys just don’t offer the protection…

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A Retirement Planner's Advice for Taking the Guesswork Out of Income Planning

Once you've saved for retirement, you'll need your nest egg to support you for as many as 30 years. For that, you need a clear income strategy, not guesswork.

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