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Category Archives: SSI
Landlord’s Refusal to Pay for Bathtub for Disabled Tenant Proves Costly
What are the rights of the disabled when asking a landlord to make “reasonable modifications”? It is widely understood that, under Federal, state and local law, it is illegal to discriminate against people with disabilities. When it comes to housing, for example, landlords can be…
Improving Your Chances of Being Approved for SSDI Benefits
What can you do to reduce the chances of an SSDI denial? Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a benefit provided by the government to those that are unable to engage in any substantial gainful activity due to an impairment or illness. That is, make…
Need Social Security Disability Benefits? Get in Line
Why are the wait times so long for obtaining disability benefits? Nothing is for certain, or so it’s been said, and anyone can become disabled at any time and not be able to work. Fortunately, the Social Security Administration provides disability benefits to those who…
Applying for SSI or SSDI
How does one apply for the government benefits of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)? If you are disabled and unable to work you may feel hopeless, but there are a number of government-administered benefits offered to help those in your…
FAQ: Understanding Recent Changes to Social Security Claiming Strategies
What changes were made by Congress to Social Security “files and suspend” claims? In 2015, Congress voted to make some sweeping changes to Social Security laws – primarily those impacting retiring Baby Boomers and their portfolios. The following answers some general questions about the changes.…
Congress Considers Proposal to Raise Social Security Benefits
What are the proposed changes concerning Social Security benefits being considered by federal lawmakers? Social Security benefits are a vital component of the retirement portfolio of millions of Americans. Accordingly, a Congressman from Florida recently requested a memo from the Congressional Research Service in order…
Effect of Divorce on Claims for Social Security Retirement Benefits
Can my ex-spouse benefit from my social security retirement? Social Security retirement benefits are a vital component of the retirement picture for many Americans. Did you know that your ex-spouse may be able to benefit from the Social Security benefits you collect even after a…
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