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It's official: New York will send out more than 8 million checks (up to $400) to alleviate inflation, and the money is already on its way to millions of households
2+ hour, 58+ min ago Home - Economy - It's official: New York will send out more than 8 million checks (up to $400) to alleviate inflation, and the money is already on its way to millions of households New York's latest relief effort is landing in mailboxes just…...
A new federal schedule will divide millions of beneficiaries into two groups: some will receive the increase before 2026, while others will have to wait several weeks
2+ week, 1+ day ago Millions of Americans will receive a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to their Social Security benefits, but a revised calendar means not everyone will see the raise at the same time. A smaller group will get their increased checks on December 31, while…...
Fed cuts key rate to 4% to 4.25%: what it means for your mortgage
2+ week, 4+ day ago The decision also lands amid a public clash between President Donald Trump, who wants faster and deeper cuts, and Fed Chair Jerome Powell, who insists decisions will follow the economic data. For anyone trying to buy or keep a home,…...
Thanksgiving payment for New Yorkers confirmed — Up to $5,000 if you were born on these dates
3+ week, 6+ day ago Credits: ECONews in-house editon This year, New Yorkers have seen increased investment from state authorities in social support programs offered by the state. These family-centered initiatives are intended to make New York a more affordable location for families to live…...
Gold Fever returns after 177 years — A strange mineral promises to power Earth
1+ mon, 1+ week ago In the typical fashion of history repeating itself, the importance of a strange mineral has been amplified in the contemporary world, similar to the 1848 California gold fever. First discovered in 1844, this strange mineral promises to be pivotal in the looming…...
New York inflation refund checks change this November — Two-step process now required
1+ mon, 2+ week ago On top of the inflation refund checks, New York authorities have been underway with distributing a variety of stimulus payments and tax rebates during this time of the year. One of the most well-known payments currently going out to eligible…...
New Yorkers to collect up to $967 tomorrow — Double payment confirmed for this eligible group
1+ mon, 3+ week ago New Yorkers, among others, can expect to receive a double payment this month. With the year soon coming to a close, beneficiaries across a variety of programs are set to receive the last of their 2025 payments. Ranging from nationwide to…...
Goodbye to inflation refund checks — NY will issue $1,800 payout for citizens who meet this criteria
1+ mon, 3+ week ago The current state of the global economy is not something that should be taken lightly. Inflation, tariffs, and the general performance of the dollar have resulted in many families struggling to put food on the table. However, NY families can…...
New Yorkers told to check their mail — $400 inflation refund checks may already be waiting
1+ mon, 4+ week ago New Yorkers will soon receive their inflation refund checks before the end of the year. This year, the cost of living has been an increasing concern for individuals across the country. As a means to address this, local governments have…...
Goodbye to these dollar notes — Grocery stores will reject them if they fall under this category
1+ mon, 4+ week ago If you try to pay with these dollar notes next time you are doing your grocery shopping, you will face a surprise rejection. Changes to currency are common practices implemented to prevent fraud from occurring. Banknotes, when updated, will come…...