Will social security take into consideration that my Father died October 31st or do we have to return the October check?

Even though it doesn't seem fair, Social Security benefits are not payable for partial months, even when a beneficiary dies on the last day of the...

My daughters father died in 2012. I was told that I could not collect social security on my child because he did not have enough

In order for your daughter to collect benefits, her father would have to have been insured for survivors benefits based on his age. It sounds like...

How can I increase my income to meet, my living arrangement, when I'm still unable to work?

Your living arrangements for SSI purposes is primarily based on whether you are paying for your full share of food and shelter, or rent, where you...

Just to be clear, make sure you receive SSDI which is based on your earnings and not SSI which is based on need. SSDI is not interested in your...

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You will continue to receive your benefits unless you would receive a higher benefit from your new husband.

Can disabled vet file chapter 7 bankruptcy?

The disabled vet will have to consult with a bankruptcy attorney to see if he qualifies for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, but based on the information...

Has anyone ever had a claim approved by the social security appeals council?

Yes, but the percentage approved outright is extremely low. A more usual successful outcome would be a remand where the claim is sent back to the...

Won jackpot over $1200.00 this year do I have to report that to social security??????

Just to be clear, you don't need to report this jackpot if you are only receiving any type of Social Security benefits: Disability, Retirement,...

Question about my pending SSDI and my son's SSI benefit

There are advantages to your son receiving Social Security benefits instead of SSI if you are awarded benefits. If he no longer receives any SSI he...

You don't have to do anything, but your concern for his family is admirable. Everyone doesn't "do it" and there are serious consequences to...