Tag Archives: Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

SPEEDING UP Social Security disability benefit processing after a win

Posted on March 24, 2010 by Tomasz Stasiuk

Congratulations! You have won your Social Security disability case and have been approved for SSI! You have read my article about when you should get paid. But, weeks have gone by and you still have not heard anything from your local Social … Continue reading →

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My SSI benefits stopped because I was in a hospital! Why?

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Tomasz Stasiuk

Here is the short answer: if you are hospitalized in a medical treatment facility for 30 days, your SSI benefits may be cut to $30 per month. Now, here is the long answer: You are not eligible for SSI benefits for … Continue reading →

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What exactly are Social Security disability benefits?

Posted on February 17, 2010 by Tomasz Stasiuk

If you are like most people, you probably have never had to think about what you would do if you became disabled. What would you do if you suddenly could not work? How would you pay your rent or mortgage? … Continue reading →

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How much can I earn and keep my SSI?

Posted on July 17, 2009 by Tomasz Stasiuk

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

Posted on May 20, 2009 by Tomasz Stasiuk

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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Which pays more? SSDI or SSI?

Posted on April 29, 2009 by Tomasz Stasiuk

I was recently asked which pays more in benefits? Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI)? If you are wondering about the difference between SSDI and SSI, read this post. As for which pays more, the answer … Continue reading →

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

Posted on April 27, 2009 by Tomasz Stasiuk

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)?

Posted on April 22, 2009 by Tomasz Stasiuk

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)?

Posted on April 20, 2009 by Tomasz Stasiuk

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?

Posted on April 15, 2009 by Tomasz Stasiuk

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?

Posted on April 8, 2009 by Tomasz Stasiuk

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?

Posted on February 25, 2009 by Tomasz Stasiuk

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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2009 Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefit amounts

Posted on December 19, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

Beginning January 2009, the maximum monthly Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefit amount increases to $674 (increased from $637 in 2008) for individuals and 1,010 for couples.  The maximum SSI benefit amount is based on the Federal Benefit Rate (FBR). If … Continue reading →

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

Posted on October 9, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

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

Posted on October 1, 2008 by Tomasz Stasiuk

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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