For decades, turning 65 was a milestone that signaled the end of a long working life and the beginning of retirement in Canada. It was also the age when most Canadians began collecting Old Age Security (OAS) and Canada Pension Plan (CPP) benefits. But in 2025, retirement looks very different. With longer life expectancies, inflation, and policy changes, the concept of retiring at 65 is quickly Continue reading
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CRA Extra Retirement Payments Coming This Month – See If You Qualify And When You’ll Get Paid
Good news for Canadian seniors—extra retirement payments are arriving this month from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). These include scheduled increases for Old Age Security (OAS), Canada Pension Plan (CPP), and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), designed to help retirees keep pace with rising living costs. The next set of payments is expected to be deposited on July 29, 2025, and Continue reading
SSDI July 2025 Payments Up To $4,018—but Paper Checks End This Fall
For the more than 5.6 million Americans receiving SSDI, July 2025 brings notable updates—top payments hitting $4,018, average benefits significantly higher, and an urgent shift away from paper checks. Here’s everything you need to know before October’s paper check cutoff. July 2025 SSDI Payment Schedule & Amounts After the 2.5% Cost‑of‑Living Adjustment (COLA) in January, SSDI Continue reading
Starting July 24, Social Security Garnishment Hits 1 Million+ – Here’s How to Protect Your Benefits
For many retirees, Social Security benefits are not just a supplementary source of income; they form the backbone of their financial security. This crucial program has been a lifeline for millions since its inception nearly 90 years ago, offering protection to workers who can no longer provide for themselves. In 2023, Social Security lifted approximately Continue reading
The $5.9 Million Kennedy Half Dollar That’s Still in Circulation
In the world of numismatics, few stories are as captivating as that of the Kennedy Half Dollar—a coin that not only commemorates a pivotal moment in American history but also holds the potential to be worth millions. While most Kennedy Half Dollars are valued at their face value of 50 cents, certain rare specimens have Continue reading
How to Identify a Rare 2016 Shawnee Quarter with a Reverse Cud Error
In the world of coin collecting, certain errors can transform an ordinary coin into a highly sought-after treasure. One such example is the 2016 Shawnee National Forest Quarter from the America the Beautiful series. A specific minting flaw, known as a reverse cud error, has made this coin exceptionally rare and valuable. In this guide, we’ll delve into Continue reading
$3,000 GST Payment Is Coming – Are You On The CRA’s List?
In a powerful move to address the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has confirmed a $3,000 one-time Goods and Services Tax (GST) payment for eligible Canadians in 2025. This unprecedented boost comes as part of the federal government’s commitment to offer direct, tax-free financial support to low- and moderate-income households struggling with inflation, housing costs, and rising bills. This special Continue reading
$2,000 Social Security Payments Arriving Wednesday, July 9 – See Who Qualifies
Millions of Social Security recipients will soon receive their monthly benefit checks in July. The U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) is set to issue its next batch of retirement checks and disability benefits for July on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. The following sections explain who will be receiving their payments and when, as well as Continue reading
This Rare 2017A $5 Bill Might Be Worth $48,000 – Here’s How to Spot It
If you’re someone who casually sifts through change or stacks of bills, it’s time to look more closely at your $5 bills, especially the 2017A series. One particular printing flaw—a microprinting error—has turned this ordinary bill into a potential treasure worth up to $48,000 on the collectors’ market. This article will walk you through everything Continue reading
$100 Bill With Misaligned Seal Sells for $85,000 – Here’s How to Identify One
In the world of currency collecting, certain misprints and errors can transform an ordinary bill into a highly valuable collector’s item. One such example is a $100 bill with a misaligned seal, which recently sold for an astounding $85,000 at auction. This article delves into the details of this rare find, explaining what makes such bills so valuable, Continue reading