Blog: Social Security

New SSI Update: The Social Security Administration has updated its rules, effective September 30, 2024, regarding counting the value of food given to an individual who receives Supplemental Security Income (SSI).  ‘In-kind support and maintenance (referred to as ISM) previously included ‘food’ and ‘shelter.’ Now, the value of food no longer reduces an SSI recipient’s…

It’s been a long time since we have seen this scenario and surprising that it still happens. You need to know if your client receives government benefits. Inform them the settlement can affect their entitlement, and encourage them to meet with me to obtain the best planning advice. Scenario: a child is injured during the birth…

How well do you think you know your entitlement to social security benefits? Entitlement to benefits is based on a variety of factors such as marital status (including remarriage). How a change in marital status impacts your benefits: SSI Benefits: If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), which limits you to owning no more than $2,000.00 in countable…

On May 8, 2014, Senator Patty Murray from Washington sponsored the Social Security and Marriage Equality Act of 2014 (SAME). The objective of the bill (s. 2305) is to amend the Social Security Act so that same-sex married couples will be entitled to social security benefits based on place of celebration and not place of residence…

How To Obtain Expedited Approval of Your Social Security Disability Application The Social Security Administration (SSA) may take a long time to process applications for disability benefits (SSDI) sometimes upward of one year. The delay puts many people in financial hardship unable to pay their bills and help pay for medical care. In order to…