SSI & SSDI Back Pay in 2025: New Rules, Payment Dates, & What To Expect | Video

How much SSDI or SSI back pay are you eligible to receive? That’s a question we get all the time, especially from people who have been out of work for a while and aren’t sure how the system works. In this video, I'll explain how the five-month SSDI waiting period applies, how SSI works differently, and what limits your back pay amount. You’ll also learn why working history, inflation, and application dates all matter when calculating what you’re owed. If you need help understanding your back pay, this video will guide you.

By |2025-06-03T01:49:19-05:00June 3rd, 2025|Blog, SSD, SSDI, SSI|Comments Off on SSI & SSDI Back Pay in 2025: New Rules, Payment Dates, & What To Expect | Video

Why the Social Security Fund Is Not a Scam

Many people misunderstand how the Social Security Fund works, leading to confusion about its stability. Some even compare it to a Ponzi scheme, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Today, I’ll break down how the fund is managed, where the money comes from, and why it remains secure. For example, its operating costs are lower than most investment funds, and budget adjustments do not impact taxes. Get the facts straight in this video.

By |2025-03-24T16:25:33-05:00March 24th, 2025|Blog, SSD, SSI|Comments Off on Why the Social Security Fund Is Not a Scam

2025 SSDI & SSI Benefit Amounts: What You Need to Know

Are you worried about how the changes to Social Security Disability in 2025 will affect your benefits? Many recipients struggle to understand the differences between SSDI and SSI, leading to missed opportunities and unexpected reductions. That’s why today, I will reveal the key updates for this year, including benefit amounts, qualification rules, and how outside assistance can impact eligibility. Knowing these details can help you maximize your benefits and avoid costly mistakes. Learn more in this video.

By |2025-03-03T14:52:40-06:00March 3rd, 2025|Blog, SSD, SSI|Comments Off on 2025 SSDI & SSI Benefit Amounts: What You Need to Know

Social Security Disability Benefits for Disabled Adult Children

What are adult child disability benefits? Many individuals overlook adult child disability benefits, potentially leaving thousands of dollars unclaimed. Learn how you could benefit from these often overlooked benefits in our informative video. Many people were eligible for SSI as children but never claimed their benefits. Check it out now!

By |2024-06-06T13:45:54-05:00June 6th, 2024|Blog, Eligibility, SSD, SSI|Comments Off on Social Security Disability Benefits for Disabled Adult Children

The Recipe for Winning Your Social Security Disability Case

Are you struggling with your Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income case? Proving your disability to the judge is not an easy process. There are a lot of legalities involved that can be very frustrating. To help, we are sharing the key ingredients you need to strengthen and win your case.

By |2023-06-20T14:08:01-05:00June 20th, 2023|Application process, Blog, SSD, SSI|Comments Off on The Recipe for Winning Your Social Security Disability Case

Protecting Your Benefits: How To Safeguard Your SSI and Medicaid When Inheriting Money

Did you recently inherit money? If so, are you worried about protecting your Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and/or Medicaid benefits? This can be tricky, but it is possible to have both. To hear more, watch this short video.

By |2023-05-12T10:55:22-05:00May 11th, 2023|Blog, SSI|Comments Off on Protecting Your Benefits: How To Safeguard Your SSI and Medicaid When Inheriting Money

5 Examples of Social Security Disability Fraud

Close to 70 million Americans received social security benefits in 2021. Although the precise numbers are unknown, the percentage of Americans who received benefits due to disability fraud is extremely low. But it does happen, and there are stiff penalties for those who are caught attempting to defraud the system. Read this blog and watch our short video to learn more.

By |2023-03-28T14:24:22-05:00March 21st, 2023|Blog, SSD, SSI|Comments Off on 5 Examples of Social Security Disability Fraud

What Other Benefits Are Available to SSDI Recipients?

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federal benefits program that makes monthly payments to individuals who are unable to work due to a disability. Depending on whether you have other sources of income that monthly benefit may not be enough to live on. Thankfully, there are other benefits that SSDI beneficiaries may be eligible to receive.

By |2023-01-13T12:00:35-06:00December 15th, 2022|Blog, SSD, SSI|Comments Off on What Other Benefits Are Available to SSDI Recipients?

Should You Receive SSD Benefits, Early Retirement, or Both?

The main difference between social security disability insurance and social security retirement is simple. With Social Security disability insurance, you have to prove that you’re disabled. Social Security retirement, however, is based on age. We typically advise our clients not to work unless they plan to work full-time because you will lose your benefits if you exceed a certain amount of earnings. You can start receiving retirement benefits at 62, but there is a deduction if you start claiming them before 67. To learn more, watch our short videos.

By |2022-09-26T16:05:42-05:00September 23rd, 2022|Blog, SSD, SSI|Comments Off on Should You Receive SSD Benefits, Early Retirement, or Both?

Are Pensions Affected by SSDI Benefits?

When you apply for SSDI, the Social Security Administration calculates the amount of your possible monthly disability benefits based on your work history. The SSA may reduce the amount you receive in some cases if you have other sources of income. Specifically, Social Security may lower your disability payments if you receive certain types of pension payments. To learn more watch our short video.

By |2022-08-26T14:39:09-05:00August 25th, 2022|Blog, SSD, SSI|Comments Off on Are Pensions Affected by SSDI Benefits?