Roughly 600,000 residents stand to collect a Permanent Fund Dividend that is 30 percent higher than last year. Alaska’s 43‑year‑old Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) is about to drop another round of cash. If your online status shows “Eligible‑Not Paid,” a $1,702 transfer—$1,403 in regular earnings plus a $298 energy‑relief bonus—could hit your bank account in a … Read more
Checks are already on the way, giving Georgians a welcome cushion against rising prices. Roughly 4.4 million Georgia taxpayers will soon see a little extra in their wallets. A fresh round of one‑time rebates—signed into law by Governor Brian Kemp on April 15—funnels part of the state’s historic $16.5 billion surplus straight to the households that generated it. If … Read more
Two very different state programs promise extra cash before December 31—but only if you tick the right boxes. Millions of households in Alaska and California may soon see welcome relief as both states roll out targeted stimulus checks in 2025. While the federal government is still debating broader aid, these state‑level payments are already scheduled, … Read more
While Washington presses pause on more stimulus checks, several state and local programs are quietly funneling cash to families who need it most. Americans living paycheck to paycheck can still find meaningful help in 2025—even if the federal faucet is off. From monthly guaranteed‑income pilots to hefty tax rebates, here are the top options, plus … Read more
Extension filers who banked on extra time just learned the IRS clock kept ticking. Nearly one million Americans who skipped their 2021 tax return were still entitled to the $1,400 Recovery Rebate Credit, but the three-year refund rule made April 15, 2025, the absolute cutoff—no matter how much wiggle room an extension seemed to promise. … Read more
The authorities have confirmed fresh financial assistance. Here’s everything you need to know. In an official statement on Monday, April 28, New York Governor Kathy Hochul introduced a far-reaching state budget for fiscal year 2026, totaling $254 billion. The plan emphasizes direct economic relief, expanded tax benefits, and targeted support for middle-income households and vulnerable … Read more
The possibility of a new $2,000 stimulus check is sparking plenty of talk among federal policymakers. Although nothing is set in stone yet, officials are seriously considering another round of direct payments to help households balance rising living costs. So, why is the conversation heating up again, and what does it mean for everyday Americans? … Read more