If you’ve been waiting for a break in mortgage rates before buying a home or refinancing, here’s some encouraging news — the long stretch of painfully high borrowing costs may finally be easing. After months of turbulence, recent economic shifts and Federal Reserve moves are starting to nudge rates down. But here’s the catch: while … Read more
If you’re a working parent, here’s a bit of good news to brighten your tax season: some families could get as much as $8,231 from the IRS in 2026 thanks to an increase in the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). Now, if you’re thinking, “Wait—what exactly is this credit, and how do I know if … Read more
Social Security Administration News: If you depend on Social Security to make ends meet, here’s something that might brighten your day. While most people will need to wait until January 2026 to see the new Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) reflected in their payments, a small group of beneficiaries will get their raise a bit earlier. Yes, … Read more