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Adarsha Dhakal is a financial journalist and the Founder and Editor of Investozora, an independent U.S. financial news and economic research publication he established in August 2025. He covers the U.S. economy, Federal Reserve policy, Treasury operations, financial markets, banking, IRS taxation, and Social Security. His reporting emphasizes original government records, verified economic data, transparent calculations, and the distinction between facts and analysis. His financial and economic analysis has also appeared on Investing.com.

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Trump Child Savings Accounts Explained: Eligibility, Rules, and How They Work
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Trump Child Savings Accounts Explained: Eligibility, Rules, and How They Work

Adarsha DhakalJuly 18, 2026July 21, 2026

As of the IRS’s most recent published figures, more than 4 million children have been…

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Understanding Global Fuel Price Shocks: Supply Blockades, Treasury Markets, and Inflation Impact

Adarsha DhakalJuly 18, 2026July 21, 2026

AAA’s national average for regular gasoline stands at $3.99 a gallon, up from $3.79 on…

Understanding U.S. Dollar Strength: Federal Reserve Policy, Treasury Yields, and Market Drivers
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Understanding U.S. Dollar Strength: Federal Reserve Policy, Treasury Yields, and Market Drivers

Adarsha DhakalJuly 17, 2026August 2, 2026

Bank of America reaffirmed its bullish dollar outlook this month, forecasting EUR/USD to fall to…

How Federal Reserve Rate Hikes Affect Savings, Bills, and Borrowing Costs
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How Federal Reserve Rate Hikes Affect Savings, Bills, and Borrowing Costs

Adarsha DhakalJuly 17, 2026August 2, 2026

The Federal Reserve held its benchmark federal funds rate at 3.50 to 3.75 percent at…

Which States Tax Social Security Benefits?: Rules, Thresholds, and 2026 Guide
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Which States Tax Social Security Benefits?: Rules, Thresholds, and 2026 Guide

Adarsha DhakalJuly 17, 2026July 21, 2026

As of the 2026 tax year, eight states tax at least a portion of Social…

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Social Security Funding Shortfall Explained: 22% Benefit Cut Risk, Trust Fund, and Congressional Action

Adarsha DhakalJuly 17, 2026August 2, 2026

The Social Security Board of Trustees released its 2026 annual report on June 9, confirming…

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Federal Reserve Payment Account Proposal Explained: Nonbank Access, Fedwire, and FedNow Rules

Adarsha DhakalJuly 16, 2026July 21, 2026

The public comment period on the Federal Reserve’s Payment Account proposal closed July 27, 2026,…

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Trump Dollar Coin and the 1866 Currency Law: Treasury Interpretation and Legal Framework

Adarsha DhakalJuly 16, 2026August 2, 2026

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has announced that U.S. Mint production of the commemorative dollar coin…

Federal Reserve PCE Methodology Change Explained: Inflation Measurement and Policy Impact
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Federal Reserve PCE Methodology Change Explained: Inflation Measurement and Policy Impact

Adarsha DhakalJuly 16, 2026August 2, 2026

The Bureau of Economic Analysis has confirmed that revised Personal Consumption Expenditures price data, reflecting…

Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve Chair: Policy Independence, Political Pressure, and Market Response
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Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve Chair: Policy Independence, Political Pressure, and Market Response

Adarsha DhakalJuly 15, 2026August 2, 2026

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh told the House Financial Services Committee on July 14, 2026,…

IRS CP53E Notice: How to Verify Legitimacy, Scam Warnings, and What to Do
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IRS CP53E Notice: How to Verify Legitimacy, Scam Warnings, and What to Do

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The Taxpayer Advocate Service confirmed in May 2026 that Notice CP53E is a genuine IRS…

IRS Paper Check Phase-Out 2026: Delays, Impact on 830,000 Filers, and Alternative Payment Options
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IRS Paper Check Phase-Out 2026: Delays, Impact on 830,000 Filers, and Alternative Payment Options

Adarsha DhakalJuly 15, 2026July 21, 2026

House Ways and Means Committee Democrats confirmed in a March 9, 2026 letter that the…

Social Security Maximum Benefit 2026: Who Qualifies for $5,181 and How Payments Are Calculated
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Social Security Maximum Benefit 2026: Who Qualifies for $5,181 and How Payments Are Calculated

Adarsha DhakalJuly 15, 2026July 21, 2026

The Social Security Administration confirms that a worker who delays claiming until age 70 in…

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What Happens When You Cross the $500,000 Income Threshold?: Tax Brackets, IRS Rules, and Financial Impact

Adarsha DhakalJuly 14, 2026July 21, 2026

For tax year 2026, the SALT deduction phase-out for single and joint filers begins at…

At What Age Is Social Security No Longer Taxed: Federal Rules, State Rules, and Income Thresholds
Retirement Benefits

At What Age Is Social Security No Longer Taxed: Federal Rules, State Rules, and Income Thresholds

Adarsha DhakalJuly 14, 2026July 21, 2026

The federal combined income thresholds that determine whether Social Security benefits are taxed remain unchanged…

SpaceX IPO and Market Impact: What Treasury and Federal Reserve Investors Should Know
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SpaceX IPO and Market Impact: What Treasury and Federal Reserve Investors Should Know

Adarsha DhakalJuly 14, 2026August 2, 2026

SPCX shares are trading around $145 to $146, roughly flat against the $135 IPO price…

Kevin Warsh’s First Federal Reserve Decision: Rate Cut Review, Policy Outlook, and Market Implications
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Kevin Warsh’s First Federal Reserve Decision: Rate Cut Review, Policy Outlook, and Market Implications

Adarsha DhakalJuly 14, 2026August 2, 2026

The Federal Open Market Committee holds its next meeting July 28 and 29, with a…

Understanding How Federal Reserve Interest Rates Work: Real Rates, Nominal Rates, and Economic Impact
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Understanding How Federal Reserve Interest Rates Work: Real Rates, Nominal Rates, and Economic Impact

Adarsha DhakalJuly 12, 2026July 21, 2026

The federal funds rate currently ranges from 3.50% to 3.75%, the 10-year Treasury yield is…

What rising Treasury yields actually mean for your portfolio
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What rising Treasury yields actually mean for your portfolio

Adarsha DhakalJuly 12, 2026July 12, 2026

The 10-year Treasury yield recently reached 4.54% after touching 4.58% earlier in the week, its…

Social Security Claiming Decisions: How Timing Affects Benefits and Common Costly Mistakes
Retirement Benefits

Social Security Claiming Decisions: How Timing Affects Benefits and Common Costly Mistakes

Adarsha DhakalJuly 12, 2026July 21, 2026

Full retirement age is 67 for anyone born in 1960 or later. Claiming at 62,…

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Retirement Benefits

Social Security COLA 2027 Estimate Narrows to 3.5%–3.6% With One CPI Report Left

Adarsha DhakalJuly 12, 2026September 19, 2026

The 2027 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment is still not official, but the range has narrowed…

Why the Federal Reserve Maintains Its Inflation Fight at 4.1%: Policy Framework and Rationale
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Why the Federal Reserve Maintains Its Inflation Fight at 4.1%: Policy Framework and Rationale

Adarsha DhakalJuly 12, 2026July 21, 2026

Core PCE inflation remains at 3.4% and headline PCE at 4.1%, both well above the…

Federal Reserve Holds Rates for Fourth Meeting: Policy Decision, Economic Impact, and What Changes
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Federal Reserve Holds Rates for Fourth Meeting: Policy Decision, Economic Impact, and What Changes

Adarsha DhakalJuly 12, 2026August 2, 2026

The federal funds rate remains at 3.50% to 3.75%, unchanged since the Fed’s June 16–17…

Rule of 55: How 401(k) Early Withdrawals Work, Eligibility, and IRS Rules
Retirement Benefits

Rule of 55: How 401(k) Early Withdrawals Work, Eligibility, and IRS Rules

Adarsha DhakalJuly 10, 2026July 21, 2026

Workers who leave a job at 55 or older can tap that employer’s 401(k) immediately,…

How to Qualify for Social Security’s $5,181 Maximum Benefit: Requirements, Earnings, and Calculation Rules
Retirement Benefits

How to Qualify for Social Security’s $5,181 Maximum Benefit: Requirements, Earnings, and Calculation Rules

Adarsha DhakalJuly 10, 2026July 21, 2026

The maximum possible Social Security check in 2026 is $5,181 a month, but almost no…

Kevin Warsh Signals Federal Reserve Rate Hike as Inflation Hits 3.4%: Policy Outlook and Market Impact
Interest Rates

Kevin Warsh Signals Federal Reserve Rate Hike as Inflation Hits 3.4%: Policy Outlook and Market Impact

Adarsha DhakalJuly 10, 2026August 2, 2026

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh has signaled that the central bank’s next move on interest…

Kevin Warsh Names Leaders for 5 Federal Reserve Task Forces: Roles and Policy Focus
Federal Reserve News

Kevin Warsh Names Leaders for 5 Federal Reserve Task Forces: Roles and Policy Focus

Adarsha DhakalJuly 9, 2026August 2, 2026

The Federal Reserve announced the leadership of five task forces on July 9, 2026, naming…

How Delaying Social Security Reform Puts the Bond Market at Risk
SSA News

How Delaying Social Security Reform Puts the Bond Market at Risk

Adarsha DhakalJuly 9, 2026July 9, 2026

The Social Security Board of Trustees’ 2026 annual report projects the OASI trust fund will…

Why SSI Recipients Receive Two Payments in One Month: Schedule, Rules, and Calendar Shifts
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Why SSI Recipients Receive Two Payments in One Month: Schedule, Rules, and Calendar Shifts

Adarsha DhakalJuly 9, 2026July 21, 2026

The Social Security Administration’s 2026 payment calendar confirms that Supplemental Security Income recipients will receive…

September 2026 Federal Reserve Rate Hike Odds: Market Shifts, Economic Data, and Policy Outlook
Treasury News

September 2026 Federal Reserve Rate Hike Odds: Market Shifts, Economic Data, and Policy Outlook

Adarsha DhakalJuly 8, 2026August 2, 2026

Bond markets are currently pricing something unusual for 2026: a real possibility that the Fed’s…

How to Set Up Trump Child Savings Accounts: Process, Requirements, and Mobile Setup
Retirement Benefits

How to Set Up Trump Child Savings Accounts: Process, Requirements, and Mobile Setup

Adarsha DhakalJuly 8, 2026July 21, 2026

If you already enrolled your child in a Trump Account, the $1,000 government contribution should…

IRS July 10 Deadline 2026: How to Claim Your COVID-Era Tax Refund
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IRS July 10 Deadline 2026: How to Claim Your COVID-Era Tax Refund

Adarsha DhakalJuly 8, 2026September 9, 2026

WASHINGTON — If you paid federal tax penalties or interest between January 20, 2020 and…

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Federal Reserve Inflation Forecast Update: Projections, Economic Data, and Policy Implications

Adarsha DhakalJuly 8, 2026August 2, 2026

The Federal Reserve’s own economists now expect inflation to run hotter through the end of…

Social Security Spousal Benefits 2027: Formula, Eligibility, and How to Maximize Benefits
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Social Security Spousal Benefits 2027: Formula, Eligibility, and How to Maximize Benefits

Adarsha DhakalJuly 6, 2026September 9, 2026

The spousal benefit formula has one hard ceiling that trips up more couples than any…

Can You Retire on $600,000: Social Security, Expenses, and Retirement Planning Factors
Retirement Benefits

Can You Retire on $600,000: Social Security, Expenses, and Retirement Planning Factors

Adarsha DhakalJuly 6, 2026July 21, 2026

Six hundred thousand dollars sounds like a lot of money until it has to last…

Do You Need a Financial Advisor to Grow a $7M Portfolio: Fees, Strategies, and Considerations
Retirement Benefits

Do You Need a Financial Advisor to Grow a $7M Portfolio: Fees, Strategies, and Considerations

Adarsha DhakalJuly 6, 2026September 9, 2026

A seven million dollar portfolio does not need a costly advisor to keep growing. The…

Warning Signs Your Debt May Impact Retirement: Social Security, Cash Flow, and Financial Risks
Retirement Benefits

Warning Signs Your Debt May Impact Retirement: Social Security, Cash Flow, and Financial Risks

Adarsha DhakalJuly 5, 2026July 21, 2026

Retirement debt rarely announces itself with a single dramatic moment. It builds slowly, one missed…

Is Your 401(k) Safe at Age 52?: Security, Withdrawal Rules, and Financial Planning
Retirement Benefits

Is Your 401(k) Safe at Age 52?: Security, Withdrawal Rules, and Financial Planning

Adarsha DhakalJuly 5, 2026July 21, 2026

Turning 52 puts you in a tax bracket most people never notice, the age where…

Trump $1,000 Child Account System Explained: Eligibility, Benefits, and How It Works
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Trump $1,000 Child Account System Explained: Eligibility, Benefits, and How It Works

Adarsha DhakalJuly 5, 2026July 21, 2026

Trump Accounts are officially open. On July 4, 2026, the Treasury Department began sending a…

Understanding Money Market Funds: How They Work, Yields, and Safety in 2026
Treasury Liquidity

Understanding Money Market Funds: How They Work, Yields, and Safety in 2026

Adarsha DhakalJuly 4, 2026July 21, 2026

Institutional cash reserves have pushed money market funds to a historic asset record this year.…

How IRS Rules Affect Retirement Taxes: Exemptions, Credits, and Planning Strategies
IRS News

How IRS Rules Affect Retirement Taxes: Exemptions, Credits, and Planning Strategies

Adarsha DhakalJuly 4, 2026July 21, 2026

The Internal Revenue Service enforces a hard deadline most retirement savers underestimate every year. Required…

Understanding 401(k) Strategies for Financial Independence: Rules, Contributions, and Withdrawals
IRS News

Understanding 401(k) Strategies for Financial Independence: Rules, Contributions, and Withdrawals

Adarsha DhakalJuly 4, 2026July 21, 2026

Federal retirement rules governing catch-up contributions changed permanently for the 2026 tax year. Workers nearing…

Money Market Funds Hit $7.95 Trillion: Safety, High Yields, and Best Options in 2026
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Money Market Funds Hit $7.95 Trillion: Safety, High Yields, and Best Options in 2026

Adarsha DhakalJuly 3, 2026August 2, 2026

Total assets in United States money market funds climbed to a record $7.95 trillion for…

Understanding Stock Market Correction Risks: AI Bubble Concerns, Cash Strategies, and Market Outlook
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Understanding Stock Market Correction Risks: AI Bubble Concerns, Cash Strategies, and Market Outlook

Adarsha DhakalJuly 3, 2026August 2, 2026

The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at a record $52,900.07 on July 2, its latest…

How Federal Reserve Rate Decisions Affect High-Yield Savings Accounts: Rates, Impact, and What to Do
Interest Rates

How Federal Reserve Rate Decisions Affect High-Yield Savings Accounts: Rates, Impact, and What to Do

Adarsha DhakalJuly 3, 2026August 2, 2026

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh closed his first policy meeting on June 17 with a…

IRS Identity Protection PIN: How to Request One to Prevent Refund Fraud
Tax Filing

IRS Identity Protection PIN: How to Request One to Prevent Refund Fraud

Adarsha DhakalJuly 2, 2026July 2, 2026

An IRS Identity Protection PIN is a six digit code the government adds to your…

Inverted Yield Curve Explained: What It Really Predicts for the 2026 Economy
Treasury Securities

Inverted Yield Curve Explained: What It Really Predicts for the 2026 Economy

Adarsha DhakalJuly 2, 2026August 2, 2026

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh told reporters this week that inflation pressure has started to…

Social Security Bend Points Explained: Formula, Calculation, and 2026 Benefit Impact
Retirement Benefits

Social Security Bend Points Explained: Formula, Calculation, and 2026 Benefit Impact

Adarsha DhakalJuly 2, 2026July 21, 2026

Social Security bend points are dollar thresholds the government uses to decide how much of…

Cash App Direct Deposit Times 2026: Posting Schedule, Federal Payments, and Processing Rules
Federal Payments

Cash App Direct Deposit Times 2026: Posting Schedule, Federal Payments, and Processing Rules

Adarsha DhakalJuly 2, 2026July 21, 2026

A rule change lands on September 18, 2026, and it will quietly reset how early…

Why Claiming Social Security at Age 62 Reduces Benefits: Reductions, Earnings Test, and Long-Term Impact
SSA News

Why Claiming Social Security at Age 62 Reduces Benefits: Reductions, Earnings Test, and Long-Term Impact

Adarsha DhakalJune 30, 2026July 21, 2026

More Americans are calling the Social Security Administration this year asking the same question: should…

Supreme Court Protects Federal Reserve Independence: Ruling, Implications, and Political Impact
Federal Reserve News

Supreme Court Protects Federal Reserve Independence: Ruling, Implications, and Political Impact

Adarsha DhakalJune 30, 2026August 2, 2026

The Supreme Court ruled Monday that the Federal Reserve’s structure of insulating monetary policy from…

Iran Talks, Doha Negotiations, and Treasury Yields: Market Impact at 4.38%
Treasury News

Iran Talks, Doha Negotiations, and Treasury Yields: Market Impact at 4.38%

Adarsha DhakalJune 30, 2026August 2, 2026

Treasury yields held near 4.38 percent on Tuesday as American and Iranian officials gathered in…

How the U.S. Jobs Report Shapes Federal Reserve Interest Rate Decisions
Inflation

How the U.S. Jobs Report Shapes Federal Reserve Interest Rate Decisions

Adarsha DhakalJune 29, 2026August 2, 2026

The May 2026 jobs report showed nonfarm payrolls rising by 172,000 with unemployment holding at…

Supreme Court Preserves Federal Reserve Independence: Lisa Cook, Board Membership, and Legal Impact
Federal Reserve News

Supreme Court Preserves Federal Reserve Independence: Lisa Cook, Board Membership, and Legal Impact

Adarsha DhakalJune 29, 2026August 2, 2026

The Supreme Court ruled June 29, 2026, that the Trump administration cannot remove Federal Reserve…

Social Security Reform Proposals Put Future Benefits in Focus
Retirement Benefits

Social Security Reform Proposals Put Future Benefits in Focus

Adarsha DhakalJune 29, 2026July 1, 2026

The Social Security Administration’s 2026 Trustees Report, released June 9, confirms the OASI trust fund…

How Summer Energy Demand Affects Regional Banking Cash Flows: Liquidity and Payment Processing
Treasury Operations

How Summer Energy Demand Affects Regional Banking Cash Flows: Liquidity and Payment Processing

Adarsha DhakalJune 28, 2026August 2, 2026

ATLANTA – Industry payment processing data from the first two weeks of June 2026 indicates…

Why Midyear Inflation Spikes Squeeze Fixed Incomes: Social Security, COLA, and Budget Impact
Payments COLA

Why Midyear Inflation Spikes Squeeze Fixed Incomes: Social Security, COLA, and Budget Impact

Adarsha DhakalJune 28, 2026July 21, 2026

WASHINGTON – The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported June 10, 2026, that the Consumer Price…

How Federal Reserve Chair Affects Credit Card Interest Rates: Policy Transmission and APR Impact
Interest Rates

How Federal Reserve Chair Affects Credit Card Interest Rates: Policy Transmission and APR Impact

Adarsha DhakalJune 28, 2026August 2, 2026

At the June 17, 2026 FOMC meeting, Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh held the federal…

How Extreme Heat Impacts Power Bills: Energy Costs, Inflation, and Household Budgets
Federal Payments

How Extreme Heat Impacts Power Bills: Energy Costs, Inflation, and Household Budgets

Adarsha DhakalJune 28, 2026July 21, 2026

The U.S. Energy Information Administration confirmed on June 25, 2026 that average residential electricity prices…

How NYC Rent Freeze Affects Property Taxes: Housing Policy and Municipal Finance
Federal Payments

How NYC Rent Freeze Affects Property Taxes: Housing Policy and Municipal Finance

Adarsha DhakalJune 28, 2026July 21, 2026

As of June 2026, the New York City Rent Guidelines Board has held the rent…

Treasury Auction Schedule 2026: A Complete Guide to Bills, Notes, and Bonds
Treasury Securities

Treasury Auction Schedule 2026: A Complete Guide to Bills, Notes, and Bonds

Adarsha DhakalJune 27, 2026August 2, 2026

Updated: June 27, 2026 – The U.S. Treasury auctions its debt securities on a publicly…

What Is FedACH? How the Federal Reserve Moves Payments Through the System
Federal Payments

What Is FedACH? How the Federal Reserve Moves Payments Through the System

Adarsha DhakalJune 27, 2026June 27, 2026

Updated: June 27, 2026 – FedACH is the Federal Reserve’s automated clearing house network. It…

How the Federal Reserve Controls Interest Rates: Tools, Mechanisms, and Policy Framework
Federal Reserve Policy

How the Federal Reserve Controls Interest Rates: Tools, Mechanisms, and Policy Framework

Adarsha DhakalJune 27, 2026July 29, 2026

The Federal Reserve does not set the interest rates you pay on your mortgage or…

IRS EITC Eligibility Guide 2026: Requirements, Income Limits, and How to Claim
Tax Filing

IRS EITC Eligibility Guide 2026: Requirements, Income Limits, and How to Claim

Adarsha DhakalJune 27, 2026July 21, 2026

The earned income credit is a federal tax benefit that reduces what you owe the…

Wall Street Sector Rotation: From AI Stocks to Real Economy Investments and Treasury Impact
Inflation

Wall Street Sector Rotation: From AI Stocks to Real Economy Investments and Treasury Impact

Adarsha DhakalJune 26, 2026August 2, 2026

Something fundamental is changing inside the American stock market. It is not a crash. It…

Treasury General Account (TGA) Balance: Why It Matters for Economic Liquidity
Treasury Operations

Treasury General Account (TGA) Balance: Why It Matters for Economic Liquidity

Adarsha DhakalJune 26, 2026August 2, 2026

Updated: June 26, 2026 – The Treasury General Account is the U.S. government’s primary checking…

Social Security COLA History: A Complete List of Annual Raises Since 1975
Retirement Benefits

Social Security COLA History: A Complete List of Annual Raises Since 1975

Adarsha DhakalJune 26, 2026July 1, 2026

Updated: June 26, 2026 – Social Security benefits increase each year through a Cost-of-Living Adjustment…

IRS Refund Offset: Every Legal Reason the Government Reduces Your Tax Refund
IRS Tax Refunds

IRS Refund Offset: Every Legal Reason the Government Reduces Your Tax Refund

Adarsha DhakalJune 26, 2026August 2, 2026

Updated: June 26, 2026 – When the federal government is owed money, it does not…

Varo Direct Deposit Times 2026: Posting Schedule, Federal Payments, and Processing Rules
Federal Payments

Varo Direct Deposit Times 2026: Posting Schedule, Federal Payments, and Processing Rules

Adarsha DhakalJune 26, 2026July 21, 2026

Varo Bank posts direct deposits up to two business days before your official pay date.…

How Federal Reserve Rate Hikes Directly Affect Your Credit Card APR
Interest Rates

How Federal Reserve Rate Hikes Directly Affect Your Credit Card APR

Adarsha DhakalJune 25, 2026August 2, 2026

Updated: June 25, 2026 – When the Federal Reserve raises interest rates, your credit card’s…

The Social Security Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP): 2026 Update
Retirement Benefits

The Social Security Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP): 2026 Update

Adarsha DhakalJune 25, 2026July 1, 2026

Updated: June 25, 2026 – The Social Security Windfall Elimination Provision, known as WEP, was…

IRS Penalty for Late Filing: 2026 Guide to Calculating Interest and Fees
Tax Filing

IRS Penalty for Late Filing: 2026 Guide to Calculating Interest and Fees

Adarsha DhakalJune 25, 2026July 1, 2026

Updated: June 25, 2026 – If you missed the April 15, 2026 filing deadline and…

TIPS: Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities Explained for 2026 Investors
Treasury Securities

TIPS: Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities Explained for 2026 Investors

Adarsha DhakalJune 25, 2026August 2, 2026

Updated: June 25, 2026 – Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities, or TIPS, are U.S. government bonds that…

ACH Settlement Windows: Why Banks Post Federal Funds at Specific Times
Federal Payments

ACH Settlement Windows: Why Banks Post Federal Funds at Specific Times

Adarsha DhakalJune 24, 2026June 24, 2026

Quick Summary FedACH delivers the overnight credit file to receiving banks at approximately 8:30 AM…

Understanding the Prime Rate and How It Follows Federal Reserve Decisions
Interest Rates

Understanding the Prime Rate and How It Follows Federal Reserve Decisions

Adarsha DhakalJune 24, 2026August 2, 2026

Updated: June 24, 2026 – The prime rate is the baseline lending rate American banks…

IRS Free File 2026: A Step-by-Step Guide on Eligibility and How to Use It
Tax Filing

IRS Free File 2026: A Step-by-Step Guide on Eligibility and How to Use It

Adarsha DhakalJune 24, 2026July 1, 2026

Updated: June 24, 2026 – IRS Free File 2026 lets eligible taxpayers prepare and submit…

Social Security Payment Schedule September 2026: Official Calendar, Dates, and Processing Rules
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Social Security Payment Schedule September 2026: Official Calendar, Dates, and Processing Rules

Adarsha DhakalJune 24, 2026July 21, 2026

The Social Security Administration confirmed the September 2026 payment calendar at SSA Calendar, with all…

The Social Security Administration: A Complete 2026 Operational Guide
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The Social Security Administration: A Complete 2026 Operational Guide

Adarsha DhakalJune 23, 2026August 2, 2026

Updated: June 23, 2026 – The Social Security Administration is a federal agency that administers…

Federal Reserve Independence: Why U.S. Presidents Cannot Fire the Fed Chair
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Federal Reserve Independence: Why U.S. Presidents Cannot Fire the Fed Chair

Adarsha DhakalJune 23, 2026June 23, 2026

Updated: June 23, 2026 – The Federal Reserve operates as an independent agency of the…

Understanding IRS Code 971: What Notice Issued Means for Your Tax Return
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Understanding IRS Code 971: What Notice Issued Means for Your Tax Return

Adarsha DhakalJune 23, 2026July 1, 2026

Updated: June 23, 2026 – IRS Code 971 appears on your tax account transcript when…

Treasury Bill vs. Treasury Note vs. Treasury Bond: A Complete 2026 Comparison
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Treasury Bill vs. Treasury Note vs. Treasury Bond: A Complete 2026 Comparison

Adarsha DhakalJune 23, 2026August 2, 2026

Updated: June 23, 2026 – When the U.S. government needs to borrow money, it sells…

What Is Quantitative Easing? A Comprehensive Guide to How the Fed Creates Money
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What Is Quantitative Easing? A Comprehensive Guide to How the Fed Creates Money

Adarsha DhakalJune 22, 2026August 2, 2026

Updated: June 22, 2026 – Quantitative easing is a monetary policy tool that allows a…

IRS 21-Day Refund Rule Explained: When Processing Countdown Starts and What It Means
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IRS 21-Day Refund Rule Explained: When Processing Countdown Starts and What It Means

Adarsha DhakalJune 22, 2026September 9, 2026

The IRS says most refunds arrive within 21 days. That refund clock does not start…

IRS Form 990 Rules 2026: Key Changes, Requirements, and Impact on Nonprofits and Donors
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IRS Form 990 Rules 2026: Key Changes, Requirements, and Impact on Nonprofits and Donors

Adarsha DhakalJune 21, 2026July 21, 2026

The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the IRS are processing public responses to the…

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