Getting approved for Social Security disability benefits takes more than just a diagnosis, it takes time, evidence and persistence. According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), an average of ...

The Trump administration wants to cut back disability benefits for low-income and older Americans by up to 20%, a move that could affect hundreds of thousands of people. (1) It’s part of the ...

If you are currently receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, it is natural to wonder what will happen to your financial assistance once you reach full retir ...

The Social Security Administration has added 13 new diseases and conditions to its list of disabilities, which earn those suffering serious medical issues a faster benefits application process. Those ...

For many, the Social Security Disability process is intimidating, particularly in Greenville, South Carolina, where a growing ...

Social security payments, including Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and benefits for retirement, disability and survivors, ...

When you’re living with lupus, it can impact all aspects of your daily life, including your ability to work and finances. For many, lupus symptoms like fatigue and pain can make it very difficult — or ...

Today's Social Security column addresses questions about when applications for benefits can be submitted, who might and might not be able to receive spousal benefits and whether investment withdrawals ...

If you’re disabled and haven’t paid into Social Security yourself, you may still qualify for survivor benefits based on your ...

Katharine Paljug is a financial writer and editor with over a decade of industry experience. Her writing has covered nearly every aspect of the financial world, from investing in forex to paying for ...