Category Archives: Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

Are Social Security disability benefits forever?

Many people wonder what will happen after they are approved for Social Security disability benefits? Will my benefits be stopped? Will I continue to get Social Security disability benefits for the rest of my life? Except for closed period cases, … Continue reading

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How does borrowing money affect Social Security Supplemental Security Income SSI disability benefits

It can be very difficult to get by on the small amount of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) pays. Many individuals are forced to borrow money from friends or family just to make ends meet. But, how can this negatively affect … Continue reading

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How much can I earn and keep my SSI?

This is a particularly tough question. I previously wrote about how earning more than the Substantial Gainful Activity amount may cause your benefits to be stopped in Social Security Disability Insurance cases.  In SSI cases, I just learned that you can earn more than … Continue reading

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Can you garnish Social Security disability benefits for child support

A quickie article answering a common question: can you garnish Social Security disability benefits for child support? Title 2 Disability Insurance (aka SSDI or DIB) benefits can be garnished for child support. However, Title 16 Supplemental Security Income (aka SSI) benefits cannot … Continue reading

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The advantages of getting both Social Security Disability Insurance and SSI benefits

I recently wrote about receiving both Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI or DIB) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.  Let’s look at the advantages of being on both benefits programs.

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Can you get both Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

I recently wrote about the difference between Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). But, can you get both: SSI and SSDI? Depending on your circumstances, yes.  The maximum you can receive on SSI is based on the annual Federal … Continue reading

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What is the difference between Disability Insurance Benefits (DIB) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?

We previously discussed Social Security’s Disability Insurance Benefit (DIB) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs. The big difference between DIB and SSI is type of income which affects eligibility.  Under the “Disability Insurance” Program, Social Security considers whether you are working … Continue reading

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Do I qualify financially for Social Security SSI disability benefits?

In order to qualify for Social Security Supplemental Security Income benefits (SSI), not only do you have to be disabled, you also have to qualify financially. To be eligible for SSI a person must have $2,000 or less in countable … Continue reading

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How far back does Social Security pay benefits?

If you are disabled, how far back will Social Security pay benefits? Back to when the disabiilty began? It depends on whether you are applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI or DIB), or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Social Security … Continue reading

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How much can I get in SSI benefits in 2009?

If you are on Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or applying for SSI, you should know that Social Security’s SSI benefits have increased.  For 2008, the Federal Benefit Rate (the maximum you can receive in SSI) is $674 for individuals and … Continue reading

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Does a felony conviction prevent you from getting disability benefits / SSI?

I saw this question in the comments on Jonathan Ginsberg’s site, Social Security Disability Blog: I would like to know if a convicted felon, who is not incarcerated, can receive Title 16 SSI disability? This is a great wrinkle on … Continue reading

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Social Security Announces Benefit Increase for 2009

Social Security benefits will be going up in 2009. Monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income benefits for more than 55 million Americans will increase 5.8 percent in 2009, the Social Security Administration announced today.  The 5.8 percent increase is … Continue reading

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Will my SSI benefits continue if I move to a different state?

I was recently asked if you will still receive your Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits if you move to a different state.  I understand the fear of moving to a different state when you rely on SSI benefits to make it … Continue reading

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SSI, Settlements/Inheritance, and Special Needs Trusts

Here is a popular questions: I’m on SSI, do I have to tell Social Security about an inheritance/settlement I am getting? The answer is simple: YES! There is no point beating around the bush with this one.  If you are … Continue reading

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Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Disability Insurance Benefits (DIB)?

Social Security has two different benefit programs for individuals who are disabled. Disability Insurance Benefits (DIB, also known as SSDI, or Title 2 benefits); and Supplemental Security Income (SSI or Title 16 benefits). Because of its name, it is a common … Continue reading

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