How can my wife increase her social security benefit if I decide to apply for my full social security benefits at age 66?

Contact SSA and find out what the maximum benefits she can receive.

Is there a free lawyer that can help me keep my benefits. Why do I have to go thru this process again.

I agree with Mr. Lonetto. There aren't too many private lawyers who will work for free. It costs time and money to take on cases. You do have a...

This Is For A Closed Period Of Disability Benefits.

It is possible to win a case without making an oral argument, but you still need evidence. It's still a good idea to have a good local attorney who...

Regarding the check for november was he entitled to this check or does it go back to ssa

I'm sorry for your loss. Social Security should pay benefits the month following the month for which they are due. So if your bother passed away in...

Can I draw on my husband's social security if he is still alive and I am drawing social security?

You may depending on a number of factors, but you would not be able to receive the maximum amount of both. You would receive the higher of the two...

There is a $20 general income exclusion plus the first $65 of earned income exclusion. After that your earnings will reduce your monthly benefits...

How 2 years working for school in Texas will effect my Social Security ?

If you work more than just a few months and earn enough to be considered substantial gainful activity it could affect your claim. Talk to a good...

I want to take money from my Simple IRA. I am receiving SSDI benfits. Will Social Security count this as earned income? I

This should not be considered earned income.

Do I qualify and can I receive SSDI for this problem

It's possible you may qualify, but there is not enough information. You need to have enough recent work credits paid into Social Security. You also...

Is it possible for me to draw SSDI for my heart disease problem

It's possible if you have enough credits and the medical evidence supports that you have been or are expected to be disabled for at least 12...