Kwame Kuadey

Kwame Kuadey writes about personal finance and the social safety net. His career started in banking but he caught the entrepreneurial bug and has spent the last decade building successful businesses, including an Inc. 500 Company. Kwame believes everyone has the power to improve their quality of life by seeking knowledge and taking action. In 2012, Kwame founded Empower Media to help low-income households improve their financial situation. His expertise is in topics relevant to low-income households, including government benefits and assistance, banking products, access to credit, plus tools & resources to help reduce income volatility and build wealth. Kwame has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Inc. Magazine, Washington Post, ABC, and NPR.

When is Social Security COLA announced for 2024?

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"What is the expected Social Security increase for 2024?"

As the cost of living continues to rise, millions of Americans living on fixed incomes are keenly interested in the annual announcement of the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). This critical adjustment determines the increase beneficiaries will receive in their monthly benefits, ensuring that their purchasing power keeps pace with inflation. In this blog post, … Read more

Direct Express Deposit Dates for September 2023

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"What time does Social Security hit Direct Express card "

This post is about Direct Express Deposit Dates for September 2023 – for Social Security, SSDI, and SSI benefits. Social Security benefits are typically paid on a specific schedule based on various factors. The payment dates vary depending on the type of benefit, birthdate, and other circumstances. For Direct Express Cardholders, it is crucial to … Read more

Direct Express Deposit Dates for August – SSA, SSI & SSDI

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This post is about Direct Express Deposit Dates for August 2023 – for Social Security, SSDI, and SSI benefits. Social Security benefits are typically paid on a specific schedule based on various factors. The payment dates vary depending on the type of benefit, birthdate, and other circumstances. For Direct Express Cardholders, it is crucial to … Read more

Direct Express Deposit Dates for July – SSA, SSI & SSDI

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"What time does Social Security hit Direct Express card"

This post is about Direct Express Deposit Dates for July 2023 – for Social Security, SSDI, and SSI benefits. Social Security benefits are typically paid on a specific schedule based on various factors. The payment dates vary depending on the type of benefit, birthdate, and other circumstances. For Direct Express Cardholders, it is crucial to … Read more

Direct Express Deposit Dates for June 2023 – SSA, SSI & SSDI

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"What time does Social Security hit Direct Express card"

This post is about Direct Express Deposit Dates for June 2023 – for Social Security, SSDI, and SSI benefits. Social Security benefits are typically paid on a specific schedule based on various factors. The payment dates vary depending on the type of benefit, birthdate, and other circumstances. For Direct Express Cardholders, it is crucial to … Read more

Prediction: The 2024 Social Security COLA

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"Social Security COLA Estimate for 2024"

This post is about the Social Security 2024 Social Security COLA Prediction and what SSA, SSI, and SSDI recipients can expect for the COLA in 2024. Social Security recipients eagerly anticipate the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) to keep up with rising prices and maintain their purchasing power. However, predictions suggest that the 2024 COLA may … Read more

What Happens to Social Security Checks if the U.S. Hits the Debt Limit?

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"Why Social Security Checks Would Be in Danger if the U.S. Defaults"

What Happens to Social Security Checks if the U.S. Hits the Debt Limit? This is a question we are getting from our readers as they watch the ongoing stalemate between President Biden and Congress about raising the debt limit. In this post, we will explain what you need to know about Social Security and Disability … Read more