Olivia Thompson

Student Loan Collections and Tax Liens Return

Student Loan Collections and Tax Liens Return: What 2026 Means for Borrowers?

The U.S. government is shifting back to full enforcement of federal student loan collections in 2026, a major policy reversal that ends pandemic-era pauses ...

IRS Confirms No New 50% Refund Program

IRS Confirms No New 50% Refund Program: Avoid Fake Online Tax Links

A viral social media post and several misleading websites are claiming that the IRS will refund up to 50% of your taxes if you ...

IRS Confirms Free Tax Filing for 2026

IRS Confirms Free Tax Filing for 2026: No More Fees to File Your Return

This tax season is bringing a major victory for U.S. taxpayers: you won’t have to pay to file your federal income tax return if ...

IRS-Confirmed New 2026 Tax Deductions

IRS-Confirmed New 2026 Tax Deductions: Seniors, Tips, Overtime & More

Tax Season 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most transformative in recent U.S. history, thanks to final IRS guidance and major ...

2026 Energy Outlook

2026 Energy Outlook: Why Electric Heating Costs Americans the Most?

With winter gripping most of the U.S., heating costs have become a financial burden for millions of households. According to a new report from ...

VA Presumptive Conditions Explained

VA Presumptive Conditions Explained: PACT Act Coverage for 2026

The PACT Act (Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2022) dramatically expanded Veterans Affairs (VA) disability benefits for veterans exposed to burn pits ...

VA Disability and Divorce

VA Disability and Divorce: Who Gets What VA Benefits?

Divorce raises complex questions for veterans and their families, especially when it comes to VA disability benefits and how they’re treated in court and ...

VA Benefits in 2026

VA Benefits in 2026: What Veterans Need to Know Before Filing?

For many U.S. military veterans, 2026 represents an excellent year to file or update VA benefit claims, particularly for disability compensation. With more efficient ...

VA Disability Rating for Gastroparesis

VA Disability Rating for Gastroparesis: Eligibility and Compensation Explained

For veterans living with gastroparesis, qualifying for disability benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) can offer critical monthly compensation and access ...

VA Housebound Benefits (SMC S) Explained

VA Housebound Benefits (SMC S) Explained: Who Qualifies for $4,400+ Monthly in 2026

For veterans living with severe service-connected disabilities that make it difficult to leave their homes, the VA’s Special Monthly Compensation at the “S” level ...