Stimulus

Inflation, high interest rates, and rising costs continue to strain household budgets across the U.S. In response, lawmakers are once again debating the idea of a federal stimulus in 2025. No official stimulus checks have ... more

As inflation continues to affect household budgets, some U.S. states are stepping in with one-time stimulus checks to help residents manage rising costs. In 2025, multiple states are issuing $400 inflation relief payments to eligible ... more

New York State will begin sending out $400 inflation refund checks in mid-October, offering relief to millions of residents facing rising prices. These payments come from a provision in the 2025–2026 state budget and aim ... more

Rumors of a $5,000 “DOGE” stimulus check have exploded across social media in 2025. But is the plan real—and will any money actually arrive in your account? Here’s what we know. What is the DOGE ... more

With no federal stimulus checks in sight for 2025, many Americans are turning to state relief programs for financial support. Here’s a look at what payments are available—and how to find out if you qualify ... more

The federal government has not greenlit a new stimulus payment for June, but state rebates are underway. Meanwhile, Elon Musk’s so-called “DOGE dividend” remains speculative, and Congress has made no moves for national stimulus in ... more

Millions of Americans are asking whether another stimulus check could arrive in 2025 as inflation, interest rates, and political uncertainty remain high. While speculation is spreading across social media, no official stimulus package has been ... more

Rumors of a new $5,000 “DOGE stimulus check” are spreading rapidly online, fueled by social media buzz and vague endorsements from public figures. But despite the hype, no official stimulus payments have been approved, and ... more

Alaska residents have until June 30, 2025, to apply for the state’s annual Permanent Fund Dividend. This year’s payment is $1,312 per eligible person. The application window has been open since January, but time is ... more

New York is introducing a major new benefit to support low-income parents: a one-time $1,800 birth allowance to help offset the rising costs of caring for a newborn ... more

Several cities across the U.S. are continuing to issue guaranteed income payments in May 2025. These programs provide monthly cash to low-income individuals as part of pilot initiatives aimed at reducing poverty and promoting financial ... more

Americans who failed to file a 2021 tax return by May 17, 2025, have permanently lost access to any unclaimed stimulus funds or refunds tied to that tax year. The deadline marked the final opportunity ... more

Amid confusion over recent reports suggesting a rebate program was underway in 2025, the New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department (NMTRD) has confirmed that no such rebate exists. In a statement to FingerLakes1.com on May ... more

Virginia residents who file their 2024 state tax return may receive up to $650 in rebates this year. The payments are part of a 2025 relief package that returns surplus tax revenue to eligible taxpayers ... more

Although federal stimulus checks ended years ago, some states are still sending out direct payments in May 2025. These include tax rebates, inflation relief programs, and guaranteed income pilots that are providing eligible residents with ... more

Eligible workers in Washington state still have time to apply for the Working Families Tax Credit (WFTC), which provides direct payments of up to $1,200. But the deadline to file a claim is December 31, ... more

More than 8.2 million New York households will receive one-time inflation refund checks this fall, thanks to a new initiative included in the 2025–2026 state budget. Governor Kathy Hochul secured the funding to return tax ... more

Although no new federal stimulus checks are scheduled for 2025, some states are launching their own one-time payments. These programs—ranging from inflation refunds to utility credits—aren’t officially labeled “stimulus,” but they offer similar financial relief ... more

Every few months, new headlines and viral social media posts spark hope for another round of federal stimulus checks. In 2025, those rumors are spreading again—especially as inflation continues to strain household budgets. But is ... more