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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.

Social Security Payments Up to $5,181 Arrive October 14—Who Qualifies?

Oct 12, 2026

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Social Security Payments Up to $5,181 Arrive October 14—Who Qualifies?

Social Security payments of up to $5,181 are scheduled for eligible retirees on October 14, but the maximum benefit is reserved for people who meet specific requirements.

Save $2,000, Get $1,000 From the Government—Here’s How the New Match Works

Oct 11, 2026

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Save $2,000, Get $1,000 From the Government—Here’s How the New Match Works

Starting in 2027, eligible lower- and moderate-income U.S. workers could receive a federal retirement-savings contribution of up to $1,000 a year—even without a traditional employer match.