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10/08/2026

Working Families

Thanks to President Trump’s actions, nearly 1 million Americans will receive a refund check of $500 per person. Checks will be sent to eligible Americans beginning in October 2026

Also, One-time payments of $90 per person to help more than 20 million enrollees pay for their Medicare Part B premiums. Most eligible seniors will receive the payment in the form a direct deposit of $90 in early October. Those without direct deposit will receive a check, also sent in early October, to the mailing address they have registered with Medicare.

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09/07/2026

Social Security Administration September 2026 Payment DATES!

ALERT! ALERT!
The SSA is fully transitioning to electronic payments by the end of 2026.

Social Security Administration – September 2026 Payment Dates
For September 2026, the Social Security Administration (SSA) is following its regular monthly payment schedule for most beneficiaries, with some special dates for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients.

Regular Social Security benefits (retirement, spousal, survivor)
• Wed, Sept. 9 – Birthdays 1–10 of the month.
• Wed, Sept. 16 – Birthdays 11–20
• Wed, Sept. 23 – Birthdays 21–31

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients :
• Tue, Sept. 1 – All SSI beneficiaries
• If you receive both SSI and regular Social Security, you may have already received your combined payment on Thu, Sept. 3.

Key notes for September 2026:
• Payments are made in a single lump sum each month, not weekly .
• The SSA is fully transitioning to electronic payments by the end of 2026 .
• For Direct Express debit card users, Fifth Third Bank is replacing Comerica Bank as the financial agent

Tip: If you don’t see your payment date above, check your SSA account online or call the Social Security Administration.

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09/07/2026

Preparing now can make a difference when a disaster strikes.

All taxpayers, even those in areas not prone to disaster, should take precautionary steps to plan for the loss of valuable property and to ensure important financial records are protected.

Disasters can happen quickly and with little warning. Floods, wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes, server storms, and other emergencies can damage homes, businesses, and records needed for tax, insurance, and federal assistance purposes.

Taxpayers can prepare by taking these steps:

Keep key documents safe.

Taxpayers should keep tax returns, birth certificates, Social Security cards, insurance policies, property titles, and other important records in waterproof and fireproof containers.

Created electronic copies.

Taxpayers should consider scanning papers records and saving electronic copies on a secure device or in the cloud. Many financial institutions also provide statements electronically.

Document valuable items.

Photos or videos of homes, businesses, vehicles, and other properties can help support claims of losses of property for tax purposes, as well as insurance claims after a disaster.

Family Plan

You may not be together when disaster strikes, so it is important to know how you will reconnect if separated. Put together a list of people, family or friend’s names, addresses, cell phone numbers, and email address. Add their medical information and allergies to each person. Then add emergency contact information for each person.

Be prepared, take the steps before a disaster strikes. Encourage your loved ones to do the same.

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08/17/2026

Be organized. Be prepared.

As Summer wraps up, you can get a head start on tax season by checking your mid-year pay stubs, tracking charitable donations, and organizing your business or personal records.

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Check years to date income and withholding on recent pay stubs

Adjust your W-4 withholding if your refund or tax bill last year was too large.

Make your third quarter estimated tax payments ahead of the September 15 deadline.

Create a digital or physical folder for receipts, medical expenses, and charitable gifts.

List major life changes like marriage, a new baby, or buying a home.

If you are a student (dependent) give your parents those tuition statements and receipts for school supplies; books, computers etc.

Most home improvement costs are not immediately deductible on your income tax return, but some projects can still provide tax benefits — either through direct deductions, credits, or by lowering your capital gains when you sell. Keep those receipts/ contracts.

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06/21/2026

Happy ! Being a dad is wonderful, and you can also qualify for an tax credit. The Child Tax Credit can give you up to $2,200 per qualifying child.

Find out if you can claim this credit at www.irs.gov/ctc.

06/15/2026

Did you get a call, email, or text message saying you might be eligible for a government grant or program? Nobody from the government will ever get in touch to demand your Social Security number to see if you qualify. Only a scammer will. ejcc.acl.gov/imposters

05/22/2026

04/16/2026

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The April 15 tax filing deadline has arrived. Do you still need to pay your federal tax bill? The offers multiple easy payment options.

Head on over to www.irs.gov/payments

04/15/2026

Other payment options

Anyone who can’t qualify for an online payment plan should consider these options:

Offer in compromise – Some taxpayers qualify to settle their tax liabilities for less than the total amount owed by submitting an Offer in Compromise. Taxpayers should use the Offer in Compromise Pre-Qualifier tool on IRS.gov to see if they qualify.

Temporary delay of collection – Taxpayers can contact the IRS to request a temporary delay of the collection process. If the IRS determines that the taxpayer is unable to pay, it may delay collection until the taxpayer’s financial condition improves. Penalties and interest continue to accrue until the full amount is paid.

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04/15/2026

Those struggling to meet their tax obligation may consider several options to resolve their tax bill. The Tax Debt Help tool on IRS.gov provides individuals and businesses with a simple, accessible way to explore payment options and identify next steps based on their situation. These options include:

Online payment plans

Most individual taxpayers qualify for an online payment plan. The quickest and easiest way to set up a payment plan is through the online payment agreement, available on IRS.gov. Setup fees may apply.

Short-term payment plan – The total balance owed is less than $100,000 in combined tax, penalties and interest. This gives a taxpayer up to 180 days to pay their balance in full.

Long-term payment plan – Also known as a simple plan or installment agreement. This option is available online and to individual taxpayers that owe $50,000 or less in combined tax, penalties and interest. Most taxpayers have up to 10 years to pay off their balance, but the longer the term on the payment plan, the more interest, penalties and fees will add up. Payments may be made using direct debit (automatic bank withdrawal). This eliminates the need to send in a payment each month, saves postage costs and reduces the chance of default.

Once the online application is complete, the taxpayer is notified immediately whether their plan is approved. There’s no paperwork and no need to call, write or visit the IRS.

Pay your taxes. Get your refund status. Find IRS forms and answers to tax questions. We help you understand and meet your federal tax responsibilities.