NJ Budget Proposes Tax Increases on Cigarettes, Alcohol and More
New Jersey’s proposed state budget includes $1.2 billion in new or increased taxes and fees on certain items, though no…
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New Jersey Electric Bills Set to Rise Starting June 2025
New Jersey residents and small businesses will see higher electric bills beginning June 1, 2025. Following the state’s annual electricity…
Scams Cost Older Americans Billions Annually, FBI Reports
Senior citizens are losing billions to scammers each year, with FBI data showing Americans over 60 are the most targeted…
New Jersey’s Combined Property Tax Relief Application for Seniors
New Jersey has introduced a streamlined property tax relief application process for seniors. The 2024 Form PAS-1 allows residents age…
Final Expense Insurance: What Seniors Should Know
By Don Cook, Equity First Financial Corp. With so many life insurance options, it’s important to understand the kinds of…
AARP and Ad Council Launch New Campaign to Help Seniors Plan for Retirement
A new survey by AARP reveals concerning statistics about retirement readiness: 61% of older adults worry they won’t have enough…
Proposal Could Bring $495 Relief Payments to Social Security Recipients
The Senior Citizens League (TSCL) has proposed a one-time payment of $495 for Social Security beneficiaries, using funds recovered from…
Free Tax Filing Now Available for NJ Seniors with Retirement Income
New Jersey has expanded its Direct File program to include residents with retirement income, making free tax filing available to…
Medicaid Oversight Recovers Billions in New Jersey
New Jersey’s Medicaid monitoring offices have identified over $1 billion in fraud, overpayments, or wrongful payments during the past decade.…
Social Security Update: 2026 COLA Prediction
According to The Senior Citizens League (TSCL), Social Security beneficiaries can expect a 2.2% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) in 2026, slightly…