Social Security

Ever tossed a penny aside or left one lying on the sidewalk, thinking it wasn’t worth the effort to pick up? You might want to think again. While most pennies are practically worthless in today’s fast-paced economy, some of them are worth far more than their one-cent face value—millions more, in fact. One particularly rare … Read more

Imagine reaching into your pocket for some spare change and pulling out a penny worth $6.8 million. It might sound like a dream, but this extraordinary scenario is rooted in reality. A rare coin—the 1943 copper Lincoln Wheat Penny—has become the stuff of legend in the world of coin collecting, and it’s believed that a … Read more

Have you ever walked past a penny on the sidewalk without thinking twice? Most of us overlook these small copper coins as nearly worthless relics of a bygone era. But what if that humble penny in your pocket was worth a fortune? In one extraordinary case, a rare Lincoln Wheat Penny was valued at a … Read more

Imagine reaching into your pocket for spare change and pulling out a penny that could change your life forever. Sounds like something out of a movie, right? But for a lucky few, this has been a real-life twist of fate. Meet the 1943 copper Lincoln Wheat Penny — a rare coin valued at up to … Read more

Retired Americans receiving Social Security benefits can expect their May 2025 payments soon, with the average retirement check valued at $1,999, according to the latest figures from the Social Security Administration (SSA). However, not every retiree will see this exact amount—some will receive much more, and others significantly less, based on a number of personal … Read more

For many low-income seniors, people with disabilities, and individuals who are blind, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provides essential monthly support. While commonly associated with retirement, the SSI program serves a broader range of Americans—regardless of age. Unlike Social Security retirement or disability insurance, SSI is based solely on financial need, not work history. Let’s explore … Read more

Millions of American families rely on Social Security benefits not only for retirement but also in times of loss or disability. If you’ve lost a loved one or are raising children after a spouse’s death, you may be eligible for Survivor Benefits—a critical part of the RSDI (Retirement, Survivors, and Disability Insurance) program. Thanks to … Read more

Imagine rummaging through an old coin jar and stumbling across a penny that could change your life—literally. It sounds like a dream, but for a lucky few, it’s been reality. One unassuming 1943 bronze Lincoln Wheat Penny has been valued at a staggering $5.9 million, making it one of the rarest and most coveted coins … Read more

Imagine reaching into your pocket and pulling out a penny worth $5.7 million. While it might sound like a scene from a movie, this is a real possibility for some lucky coin collectors — or even ordinary people unaware of the treasure they hold. Among the countless Lincoln Wheat Pennies minted between 1909 and 1958, … Read more

That old penny rattling around in your glove box, sitting forgotten in a coffee can, or wedged under your couch cushion could be worth far more than its face value—some Lincoln Wheat Pennies have sold for up to $980,000 or even over $1 million. These seemingly ordinary coins, minted between 1909 and 1958, are among … Read more