When approaching retirement age, many people have questions about what types of benefits they qualify for upon retirement. With 40% of adults aged 65 and over also managing a disability, it’s no surprise that pre-retirees often ask, “Can I collect retirement benefits and disability?” In one sense, no, you can’t collect SSI and Retirement Benefits....Read More

Let’s say you receive an inheritance while also receiving disability benefits, or you expect an inheritance soon after receiving approval for your disability claim application. You may wonder, “How does an inheritance affect my Social Security disability benefits?” The answer depends on which of the two disability benefits programs you are enrolled in: Social Security...Read More

   If you’re eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), chances are that you worry about whether you can buy groceries for the week. Perhaps there have been times when you’ve had to choose between paying for housing and purchasing food. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) was developed for those who have low income...Read More

Applying for Social Security Disability in Georgia can be a daunting process. Here’s what you need to know about the Social Security disability application process.  Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI benefits) are programs designed to assist individuals unable to work due to disability. Successfully applying for and receiving benefits from...Read More

Losing your job through no fault of your own when you have a disability can be a scary experience. There is so much uncertainty, and you may be worried about covering your basic needs. If you have begun looking into government benefits you are eligible to receive, you may be wondering whether to collect unemployment...Read More

Admitting Disability— Five Signs the Social Security Administration Will Approve Your Application Disability applications can be long and drawn out, but here are the signs that you will be approved for Disability. Are you suffering from a life-altering long-term illness or condition? A disability claim benefit provides a reliable source of income despite medical challenges....Read More

Whether you will have to pay federal taxes on your disability benefits depends on how much extra income you’re making. While getting ready to fill out a disability claim, or even if you’re already receiving benefits, you may ask yourself, “Do I have to pay taxes on my disability benefits?” This question may be causing...Read More

Given how rigorous the process is to successfully collect disability payments, it’s fair to wonder, “what conditions automatically qualify you for disability benefits?” After all, you need assistance fast, and the quicker you get it, the better. Sadly, no single condition or ailment leads to automatic qualification to collect disability benefits. All potential candidates for...Read More

Financial assistance through the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) programs serve different purposes and have distinct eligibility criteria. In some cases, you might qualify for benefits under both SSI and SSDI. Let’s figure out whether you have concurrent eligibility and how much does SSI and SSDI...Read More

If you’re a veteran who has suffered an injury, disability, or condition that was incurred or aggravated during your active military service, you may be eligible for disability compensation from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). However, filing a claim for disability benefits is a complex legal process that requires submitting legal, military, and...Read More