SSI: What Are Emergency / Dire Need Payments?
Introduction When you’re relying on Supplemental Security Income (SSI), a sudden crisis—like an eviction notice, a utility shut-off, or an […]
News and Information, SSI
SSI, Income
Gift Cards and Social Security Benefits
One question that we receive regularly is whether receiving a gift cards will impact SSA cash benefits or Medicaid. Let’s
News and Information, Overpayments and Appeals
SSA Reporting Overpayment Balances to Credit Bureaus
We would like to share information that has been brought was shared by the National Association of Benefits and Work Incentive Specialists (NABWIS) in their January 2026 Newsletter regarding Social Security reporting overpayment balances to credit bureaus, causing a negative impact on a person’s credit score. See below for more information and for resources if you have been impacted by this reporting.
SSI, Title II
BenefitU’s 5 Tips for Married Couples
5 Things to Be Aware of if You’re Getting Married and Receive SSA Cash Benefits Getting married is an exciting
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Can I be my child’s rep payee if I don’t have a Social Security Number?
The current rules regarding rep payees without a SSN There have been questions recently about whether or not someone who
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SSA Change In Policy: Identity Verification Online or In Person Only.
Updated 3/27: SSA Changes Identity Verification Process On March 18, 2025, Social Security announced that people who are unable to