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Millions May Face Prescription Drug Price Surge on Oct. 22

and on October 7, 2026

Nearly 9 in 10 U.S. buyers of Canadian prescriptions are 65 or older, and new mail-order rules could add customs paperwork and duties.

Americans Feel More and More Glum, Data Shows. Economists Are over It

and on October 3, 2026

A 0.6% inflation-adjusted spending gain in August—the strongest since March 2025—contrasts with fading confidence and leaves economists rethinking old signals

Why Millions of Americans May Have No Warm Winter Nights This Year

and on October 2, 2026

Heating oil could cost households an average of $878 more this winter, with some Northeast families facing bills nearly $1,000 higher.

Caregiving Is an Overlooked Issue Voters Want Resolved, AARP Survey Finds

and on September 30, 2026

Between 68% and 75% of older voters in six battleground states favor caregiver support; one proposal would cover up to 20 hours of home care weekly.

Last Call for Student Loan Borrowers to Lock in Added Discount

and on September 29, 2026

Sign up by 11:59 p.m. ET Sept. 30 to qualify for 1% off your federal loan rate — four times the usual autopay discount.

SNAP Checks Rise Oct. 1, but New Rules May Mean Benefit Cuts Ahead

and on September 27, 2026

Monthly SNAP maximums rise by as much as $34, but states face new costs that could lead to longer waits and tougher access in coming years.

Why 2027 Medicare Surcharges May Be Harder to Predict

and on September 26, 2026

A missing inflation reading could shift proposed income cutoffs by $1,000 for individuals and $2,000 for joint filers in 2027.

Why IRS Tax Forms May Soon Ask About Your Citizenship

and on September 25, 2026

A new yes-or-no question could affect refundable credits for as many as 700,000 taxpayers, with the first answers due on 2026 returns.

Women Will Inherit $124 Trillion in ‘Great Wealth Transfer.’ Many Aren’t Ready

and on September 22, 2026

A readiness gap leaves 84% of women uneasy about managing inheritances, making shared planning and estate paperwork more urgent than ever.

A Social Security Tax Rate Hike May Cost Americans Up to $3,000 a Year

and on September 19, 2026

A typical worker could lose as much as $3,024 annually under proposals that would raise the payroll tax rate to shore up Social Security.

Social Security Becomes an Urgent Issue for Americans This Midterms Season

and on September 16, 2026

A new survey finds 91% of voters support reforms after learning benefits could face an automatic 22% cut in 2032

Major Companies to Cut Back on 2027 Health Benefits in Blow to Workers

and on September 12, 2026

Employer health costs are projected to rise nearly 10% next year, prompting changes that could raise premiums, deductibles and drug expenses for workers.

Money Can Cause Family Strife. That’s Why Parents Must Talk About It

and on September 9, 2026

Parents plan to divide assets equally, but many adult children favor a needs-based split, making honest estate conversations essential before tensions boil over

Lower-Income Wages Are Rising Faster Than the ‘K’ Economy

and on September 7, 2026

Bank of America data shows lower earners’ wages grew 4.7% last month, outpacing higher earners as job switching and tax changes reshape paychecks.

Hate Paying Taxes? How to Make Sure You Don’t Pay State Taxes Twice

and on September 6, 2026

Remote workers and cross-border commuters could end up owing two states — but a few smart moves can prevent it.

Why Geography Matters for Your Estate Plan and Your Heirs

and on September 6, 2026

A single dollar over an Illinois threshold can trigger more than $220,000 in state estate taxes, showing why location belongs in your inheritance plans.

Pay Raise Forecast for 2027 Delivers Underwhelming News to Workers

and on September 4, 2026

Employers plan 3.5% total raises as inflation reaches 3.4%, but most 2027 budgets remain preliminary and promotions may offer another path to higher pay

September Student Loan Deadlines You Cannot Miss

and on September 3, 2026

Borrowers face a Sept. 12 FAFSA correction deadline, a Sept. 29 SAVE transition date and a Sept. 30 autopay cutoff for bigger interest savings

Florida Cities Sweep the Top 3 Places for Retirees in 2026

and on August 31, 2026

Florida cities dominate a new retirement ranking, but higher health care and living costs help explain why the state did not top every measure

Shrinkflation Hits Housing as New Homes Get Smaller and Prices Swell

and on August 28, 2026

New homes averaged 315 fewer square feet in 2025 than a decade earlier, while the cost for each square foot jumped 71.9% nationwide

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