In 2025, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is ramping up support for its beneficiaries amid the ongoing cost-of-living challenges. Many citizens are eager to know about the SASSA double payouts, which are expected to help vulnerable groups manage rising expenses. This guide breaks down the new grant amounts, eligibility criteria, and payment dates – so you can check if you … Read more
The Federal Budget for 2025 has introduced a major development that benefits Centrelink pensioners—the government has decided to extend the freeze on deeming rates until July 1, 2026. This decision aims to protect elderly Australians from potential reductions in their Age Pension payments, which could have been caused by rising interest rates and ongoing cost-of-living … Read more
The 1943 Bronze Lincoln Penny stands as a numismatic marvel, captivating collectors and investors alike. During World War II, the U.S. Mint shifted from copper to zinc-coated steel for penny production to conserve copper for military needs. However, a few bronze planchets from 1942 were mistakenly used in 1943, resulting in extremely rare and valuable … Read more
The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) is one of the cornerstones of financial support for many Canadians in their retirement years. As April 2025 approaches, the talk of a potential $1,660 CPP payment has many wondering how this could impact their retirement plans. Is this a bonus payment? Who is eligible to receive it? And how … Read more
Millions of South Africans depending on social grants have received good news—the SASSA Gold Card deadline has been officially extended by two more months. Beneficiaries now have until May 31, 2025, to replace their expiring cards with the new Postbank Black Card. This move ensures that no eligible person is left without access to their grants due to card … Read more
In 2025, Centrelink has announced a $750 Cash Boost for eligible Australians to help offset increasing living costs. This one-time payment will be automatically credited to qualifying recipients, including pensioners, carers, job seekers, and others receiving government assistance. With inflation still impacting household budgets, this Centrelink payment could provide crucial relief for millions of individuals and families across the … Read more
Starting January 1, 2025, the Australian government will implement a significant adjustment to the Age Pension, providing a $841 annual increase and an extra $21 per fortnight to eligible pensioners. This move aims to help older Australians manage the rising cost of living driven by inflation. The adjustment is expected to benefit millions of pensioners … Read more
The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments for some beneficiaries were distributed on March 3, 2025. This date marks the payday for two distinct groups of Disability Insurance recipients in the United States. If you received your payment on this date, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed that your next payment will arrive on … Read more
In 2025, the Full Retirement Age (FRA) in the United States will undergo significant adjustments, impacting millions of workers planning for their retirement. As part of the effort to sustain the Social Security system and encourage Americans to work longer, the government is making changes to the FRA, the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), and retirement eligibility. … Read more
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced substantial changes to monthly payments for 62-year-old retirees, set to take effect in March 2025. These updates are part of the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), designed to help retirees maintain their purchasing power despite inflation. Key COLA Changes for 62-Year-Old Retirees The COLA increase for 2025 is a 2.5% … Read more