Understanding Social Security can help you better prepare for retirement Three Key Questions About Social Security for Retirement Planning Montgomery: Social Security benefits play a big role in many Americans’ retirement plans. If you’re paying into Social Security, it’s smart to check what your future benefits might look like. A good starting point is the…
The repeal of WEP and GPO will boost Social Security benefits for many retirees. Understanding the Implementation of WEP and GPO Repeal for Social Security Washington: On January 5, President Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act, which repeals the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO). This change is retroactive to…
The VA is updating its sign-in process by 2025 to enhance security and ease of access for Veterans and their families Imminent VA Sign-In Changes for 2025: Simplifying Access to Benefits Washington: The Department of Veterans Affairs is shaking things up with its online login process. By 2025, Veterans, beneficiaries, and caregivers will need to…
The recent fall in UK inflation may ease costs but won’t significantly boost universal credit payments for claimants How the Drop in Inflation Affects Universal Credit Payments for Britons London: So, inflation in the UK dropped to 2.5% in December, which is a bit of good news for everyone. It’s down from 2.6% in November,…
Next month, the DWP will notify 63,000 benefit claimants to switch to Universal Credit or risk losing their benefits. DWP to Send 63,000 Notices to Benefit Claimants Next Month London: Thousands of people in the UK who are on certain legacy benefits are in for a big change. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)…
Households may be eligible for up to £50 due to cold weather payments this winter DWP Cold Weather Payment Tool Helps You Check If You’re Owed Up to £50 London: Households across the UK might be missing out on up to £50 because of the recent cold snap. If you’re on certain benefits, you could…
DWP claimants are urged to be cautious with a new review form that may lead to reduced PIP awards or loss of benefits. DWP Claimants Face New Review Form Amid PIP Award Reductions Manchester: So, there’s some news for folks claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP). A group that advocates for these claimants is sounding the…
