As of 20 March 2025, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) officially phased out its widely used gold cards. In their place, a new black Postbank card is being introduced to ensure continuity and security for social grant beneficiaries. This migration affects millions and is essential for maintaining access to social grant payments from … Read more
SASSA beneficiaries who were unable to exchange their old gold cards for the new Postbank black cards can now rest easy. Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, has confirmed that the deadline for the exchange has been extended once again. Extended Deadline for Gold Card Swap In a recent media briefing about the outcomes of … Read more
As Australians continue to face rising cost-of-living pressures in 2025, discussions around potential Centrelink payments have intensified. Among circulating headlines, many are asking whether a $2,100 Centrelink payout is really on the cards for seniors and low-income individuals. While there are genuine one-time Centrelink payments and increased pension rates planned this year, there is currently no official confirmation of a one-off $2,100 payment. This article explains the current … Read more
In 2025, the Australian government is set to launch a one-time $2,800 Centrelink payment to assist eligible individuals and families struggling with the rising cost of living. This payment is aimed at providing essential financial relief as costs for housing, utilities, and groceries continue to increase. To ensure you receive this support, it’s important to … Read more
Big news for retirees! Social Security payments of up to $5,108 are being deposited as early as March 26, 2025. If you’re among the eligible recipients, your payment could be landing in your bank account within hours. Whether you’re already receiving benefits or are approaching retirement, understanding your eligibility, payment schedule, and how your benefit amount is calculated is key … Read more
The Old Age Security (OAS) pension plays a vital role in supporting Canadian seniors financially. Recently, a claim has circulated about a $1,576 per month increase in OAS payments, set to begin in March 2025. However, it’s important to address that this is a misunderstanding, and the Government of Canada has not confirmed such an … Read more
Canadian seniors relying on government assistance through the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS) can anticipate their March 2025 payments arriving this week. Understanding the payment schedules, eligibility criteria, and benefit amounts is essential for effective financial planning. Payment Dates for March 2025 The scheduled payment dates for March 2025 are as … Read more
In the world of coin collecting, a small piece of silver can carry enormous historical weight — and an even bigger price tag. One such treasure is the 1894-S Barber Dime, a ten-cent coin that just sold for a staggering $1.99 million and is now estimated to be worth $1,997,500. Despite its small size, this rare dime is one … Read more
Imagine casually glancing at the loose change in your wallet and discovering you own a penny worth an incredible $17 million. This isn’t just a dream; some rare Lincoln Wheat Pennies have indeed reached astonishing values among collectors. Read on to find out how to identify these valuable coins and if you might have a … Read more
Millions of Americans are set to benefit from recent changes due to the Social Security Fairness Act, which addresses longstanding reductions under the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO). Starting this April, many individuals previously impacted will receive significant retroactive payments. Here’s everything you need to know about these payments and eligibility. Understanding the SSA … Read more