Navigating the Impact: Working on SSI Benefits

Introduction:

Working while receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits can be a challenging balancing act. On one hand, it offers individuals the opportunity to earn additional income and gain a sense of independence. On the other hand, it comes with a set of regulations and considerations that can significantly...

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What is ISM?

ISM is an acronym used by the Social Security Administration which refers to "In Kind Support Maintenance", which can reduce the amount of a recipient's SSI.

Currently, the SSA considers any in-kind support and maintenance provided to an SSI recipient, such as free or reduced-cost food and housing, as...

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Divorce and Social Security Benefits

Did you know that your ex-spouse can be entitled to social security benefits based on your work record?Here is a quote from the social security website: "If you are divorced, your ex-spouse can receive benefits based on your record (even if you have remarried) if:

Your marriage lasted 10...
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Trustee of Special Needs Trust?

What Are a Special Needs Trustee’s Record-Keeping Duties?

One of the most important roles in a special needs plan is that of trustee, the person who administers a special needs trust (SNT). Of a trustee’s many responsibilities, record-keeping is perhaps the most crucial. Because the trustee...

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Difference between Medicare and Medicaid

Medicare and Medicaid are two different government programs for healthcare.  It is important to understand the difference between them.  Here, we will discuss how the program benefits differ, how eligibility for each program is established, and discuss some recent news pertaining to each program.

Medicare vs. Medicaid – What...

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