If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) from the Social Security Administration (SSA), it’s important to understand that any changes to your living situation or income can affect your eligibility for benefits. That’s why it’s crucial to report any life changes to the SSA as soon as possible. Why is reporting life… Read More
Losing a loved one is never easy, and it can be especially difficult if that person was a major source of income for your household. However, if your loved one was eligible for Social Security, you may be able to receive survivor benefits to help support you and your family. In this blog post, we’ll… Read More
Social Security benefits are an essential source of income for many Americans. As a retiree or someone receiving disability benefits, it’s important to understand how remarriage may impact your Social Security payments. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at the impact of remarriage on Social Security benefits and what you… Read More
The article on the SSA’s blog explains that Social Security benefits are a critical component of retirement planning. The system provides benefits to retirees, disabled individuals, and survivors of deceased workers. The amount of the benefit is based on the worker’s earnings history, and the longer they work and contribute to Social Security,… Read More
As a Social Security beneficiary, it’s important to protect yourself from scams that can threaten your financial security. Scammers often impersonate Social Security officials, trying to trick people into providing personal information or money. Here’s some advice to help you protect yourself: Be cautious of unsolicited phone calls or emails: Scammers often… Read More
If you’re receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits and have a disabling condition that was diagnosed when you were 46 years old or younger, there’s an important tool that you should know about: an ABLE account. An ABLE account is a tax-advantaged savings account that’s designed to help individuals with disabilities save for their… Read More
When people think of Social Security disability, they primarily think of the monthly cash benefit that disabled individuals receive. However, this is not the only benefit that comes with a disability approval by the Social Security Administration. Access to health care through Medicare or Medicaid programs is also an important benefit. One additional benefit that… Read More
Injured At Work? Be Careful What You Sign. Texas is one of the few states where employers are not required to provide employees with worker’s compensation insurance. This is a bit of a gamble for employers because failing to do so allows injured workers to sue their employers. (Employers that do provide worker’s compensation cannot… Read More