Economy

It's official—the U.S. government shutdown leaves 1.4 million employees without pay—here's what the law says about retroactive pay

It’s official—the U.S. government shutdown leaves 1.4 million employees without pay—here’s what the law says about retroactive pay

By Diana E
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November 4, 2025
Confirmed—U.S. federal employees will receive a pay raise in 2026, according to the OPM

Confirmed—U.S. federal employees will receive a pay raise in 2026, according to the OPM

By Diana E
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November 3, 2025
It's official—Wells Fargo will charge $15 per month for its accounts, but these 5 methods will exempt you from the fee

It’s official—Wells Fargo will charge $15 per month for its accounts, but these 5 methods will exempt you from the fee

By Diana E
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November 3, 2025
You earn well but don't save—the 10 habits that sabotage your personal finances

You earn well but don’t save—the 10 habits that sabotage your personal finances

By Diana E
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November 2, 2025
BBB alert—scammers are taking advantage of the Social Security COLA increase to steal money and personal information

BBB alert—scammers are taking advantage of the Social Security COLA increase to steal money and personal information

By Diana E
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November 2, 2025
Confirmed—this is how the “ghost tapping” scam works, which can empty your account with a single tap

Confirmed—this is how the “ghost tapping” scam works, which can empty your account with a single tap

By Diana E
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November 2, 2025
Confirmed—the maximum Social Security benefit in 2025 will be $5,108 per month—but few retirees manage to reach it

Confirmed—the maximum Social Security benefit in 2025 will be $5,108 per month—but few retirees manage to reach it

By Diana E
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November 1, 2025
It's official—Washington raises minimum age and establishes new rules for exempt employees and non-compete clauses

It’s official—Washington raises minimum age and establishes new rules for exempt employees and non-compete clauses

By Rita Armenteros
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October 31, 2025
Confirmed—USDA warns that 42 million people will lose their food assistance if Congress does not approve funding

Confirmed—USDA warns that 42 million people will lose their food assistance if Congress does not approve funding

By Diana E
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October 31, 2025
Virginia declares state of emergency due to government shutdown—850,000 people will retain their SNAP benefits

Virginia declares state of emergency due to government shutdown—850,000 people will retain their SNAP benefits

By Diana E
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October 31, 2025
It's official—an administrative error allowed a man to collect his father's pension for 16 years without being discovered

It’s official—an administrative error allowed a man to collect his father’s pension for 16 years without being discovered

By Rita Armenteros
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October 30, 2025
Goodbye to food aid—the government shutdown could leave 42 million people in the US without assistance

Goodbye to food aid—the government shutdown could leave 42 million people in the US without assistance

By Diana E
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October 30, 2025
Food crisis in California—millions could lose CalFresh assistance due to government shutdown

Food crisis in California—millions could lose CalFresh assistance due to government shutdown

By Diana E
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October 30, 2025
Detroit skyline and Ambassador Bridge in winter.

Direct aid in Michigan—thousands will receive $250 from the government to cover energy bills in 2026—see if you qualify

By Diana E
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October 29, 2025
It's official—the Social Security COLA increase for 2026 was announced despite the government shutdown

It’s official—the Social Security COLA increase for 2026 was announced despite the government shutdown

By Diana E
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October 28, 2025
Good news—Amazon will pay $2.5 billion and refund money to misled Prime subscribers—see if you can claim it

Good news—Amazon will pay $2.5 billion and refund money to misled Prime subscribers—see if you can claim it

By Diana E
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October 28, 2025
Confirmed—the rare 1943 bronze penny that made a man a millionaire in the United States

Confirmed—the rare 1943 bronze penny that made a man a millionaire in the United States

By Diana E
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October 26, 2025
The discovery that is driving collectors crazy—the 1943 penny worth over half a million dollars that could be hiding in your home

The discovery that is driving collectors crazy—the 1943 penny worth over half a million dollars that could be hiding in your home

By Rita Armenteros
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October 24, 2025
If you have a $2 bill, it could be worth up to $20,000—these details reveal it

The 2026 Social Security increase could be 2.7%—here’s how it will impact January checks

By Diana E
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October 22, 2025
Delay in your Social Security payment—the most common causes and how to fix it step by step

Delay in your Social Security payment—the most common causes and how to fix it step by step

By Diana E
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October 22, 2025
You can now claim your share of the settlement for vending machine surcharges—you could receive up to $360 from the new million-dollar settlement

You can now claim your share of the settlement for vending machine surcharges—you could receive up to $360 from the new million-dollar settlement

By Diana E
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October 22, 2025
Trump prepares historic cuts to disability insurance that could leave thousands of Americans without government assistance

Trump prepares historic cuts to disability insurance that could leave thousands of Americans without government assistance

By Diana E
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October 21, 2025
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