Will Social Security Checks be affected by Government Shutdown

"Will Social Security Checks be affected by Government Shutdown?"

As the government shutdown drags on into the second week and new year, one of the questions our readers have been asking is whether social security checks will be affected by the shutdown. In this article, we will answer this question and also provide details about how the shutdown will affect the Social Security Administration, … Read more

How do I add Money to Direct Express Card?

"add Money to Direct Express Card"

One of the biggest sources of frustration for Direct Express cardholders is the issue of how to add money to Direct Express card. In this post, we will explain the issue in detail and provide the reason why Direct Express is set up this way. Direct Express Card Restrictions To understand the issue regarding adding … Read more

Social Security Changes in 2019

If you currently receive Social Security benefits or are nearing retirement age, you should pay close attention to the discussions in Washington DC about Social Security. Over the last 20 years, politicians of all stripes have proposed ideas to change Social Security. The Trump administration is no different. In this article, we will review the top … Read more

2019 Social Security Increase Largest in 7 Years

"2019 Social Security Increase Largest in 7 Years"

For Social Security recipients, the annual cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) the government makes to their benefits is a very big deal. That is because, for many seniors, their monthly Social Security check is the biggest part of their income. In this article, we will look at what the government plans for 2019 Social Security increase. Why … Read more

Social Security Payment Schedule 2019

"Social Security Payment Schedule 2019"

(Last updated on 10/6/19) If you are receiving Social Security benefits and would like to know when your money will be deposited into your account each month, you’ve come to the right place. We have included below the Social Security Payment Schedule 2019. Like we did for 2016, 2017, and 2018, we will first explain how … Read more

Top 10 Complaints About Direct Express

"Top 10 Complaints About Direct Express Card"

The US Treasury now requires that federal benefit payments (including Social Security, and VA benefits) must be made electronically. The Direct Express card is a prepaid card that is offered to those who receive federal benefit payments as an option to receive checks in the mail. In this post, we will review the top 10 … Read more

Direct Express Card Not Working?

"Direct Express Card Not Working?"

If you find your Direct Express Card not working, there may be two reasons why. This articles will help you look into all two and what to do about it to get your card back up and working again: Direct Express Card Not Working? Reason #1 – Fraudulent or Suspicious Transactions The most likely reason … Read more