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Social Security’s $75 Monthly Raise Could Disappear—Here’s Why

Oct 18, 2026

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Social Security’s $75 Monthly Raise Could Disappear—Here’s Why

Social Security’s projected 3.6% raise could add about $75 a month for the average retiree in 2027—but higher Medicare premiums could swallow much of that increase.

Married Couples Could Get $3,400 in New IRS Tax Credits—Here’s How

Oct 17, 2026

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Married Couples Could Get $3,400 in New IRS Tax Credits—Here’s How

Married Americans paying college expenses could qualify for valuable education tax credits in 2027—but income limits, filing status and eligible expenses determine how much they can claim.

Oct 16, 2026

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Bought Store-Brand Baby Formula? You Could Qualify for Perrigo’s $10 Million Settlement

Families who bought certain Perrigo infant formula products may qualify for compensation from a $10 million settlement—but eligibility depends on where and when they purchased them.

Social Security Checks Will Rise $75 a Month in 2027—Here's Who Benefits

Oct 15, 2026

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Social Security Checks Will Rise $75 a Month in 2027—Here's Who Benefits

Social Security benefits could rise again in 2027, but the projected cost-of-living adjustment may not keep pace with retirees’ rising everyday expenses.

$117 Million Pork Settlement: Americans Have Until October 29 to Claim Money

Oct 14, 2026

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$117 Million Pork Settlement: Americans Have Until October 29 to Claim Money

Americans who bought pork products may qualify for money from a price-fixing settlement, but they must meet the eligibility rules and watch the October 2026 deadline.

Claim Social Security at 70 and Get $1,080 More a Month—Here’s the Math

Oct 13, 2026

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Claim Social Security at 70 and Get $1,080 More a Month—Here’s the Math

Delaying Social Security until age 70 can increase monthly retirement benefits by up to 24% compared with claiming at full retirement age—but waiting isn't the best choice for everyone.