Me and my girlfriend are on disability we get 733.00 a month each. If we get legally married will our disability payment go dow

Social Security has a couples maximum of $1100 for 2015. You would each get $650 in benefits if you get married. This is an unfortunate policy, but...

I need help successfully navigating the process of applying and receiving ssi benefits due to disability.

A good way to start is to call or go into your local social security office and schedule an appointment to apply for benefits. A claims...

Under SSI's rules, you can own the home that you reside in without having any resource issues. In theory, you should have no issue with Social...

The remaining sibling's benefit will likely increase. There is a family maximum which is divided between qualifying family members. His benefit...

Social Security Disability from ex's social security?

Unfortunately, it isn't 100% clear from the information you provided. If you are disabled and not of retirement age, you should apply for SSI...

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You should include all of your dad's siblings in the children section, not the legal representative section. As long as all living relatives are...

What happens to my back pay when my original attorney will not waive fees?

The attorneys will need to file a fee petition in your case. Social Security rules still cap fees at 25% or a maximum of $6000. Both of your...

I am a pianist, and I am 56 years old. I recently became legally blind. Do I qualify for Social Security Disability?

Given the severity of your condition, you may qualify. Social Security's definition of blindness refers to 20/200 visual acuity in the better eye....

Do I have a Disability Case (SSDI)

You clearly have quite a few severe impairments, but some factors I consider in making a determination include age, education level, past work, and...

Hi married for 13 years and we going through a divorce and was wondering what happens with social security when i retire?

You may be able to claim Social Security Retirement on your former spouse's earnings record. What this means is because you have been married for...