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Purple vs True Link: Which Card Is Better for Disability Spending?
If you’re managing disability-related expenses—either for yourself or as a representative payee—having the right debit card matters. You...

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Aug 26
Purple vs Chime: Which Is Better for SSI and SSDI Benefits?
If you receive SSI or SSDI benefits, choosing the right checking account matters. You need early access to your money, tools to stay...

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Aug 26
Purple vs Direct Express: Which Disability Card Gives You More Control?
If you receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you may have been automatically...

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Aug 26
EBT Fraud: What to Watch For
If you use an EBT card for SNAP benefits, protecting your account is more important than ever. Criminals have found ways to steal EBT...

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Aug 23
SNAP Re-Certification: What to Expect
Receiving SNAP (food stamp) benefits isn’t a one-time process. To keep getting help each month, most households must complete a...

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Aug 23
What to Do If Your EBT Card Is Lost or Stolen
Losing your EBT card—or having it stolen—can be stressful, especially if you rely on SNAP to pay for groceries. But don’t panic. Each...

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Aug 23
Can You Use EBT Online?
Yes—you can use your EBT card to shop online for groceries in many states. Thanks to the USDA’s Online Purchasing Pilot, SNAP...

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Aug 23
How to Use SNAP EBT Benefits (And How Purple Can Help)
If you qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), you’ll receive a special debit card called an EBT card. It’s how...

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Aug 23
What Happens If a Representative Payee Misuses Funds?
Being a representative payee is a big responsibility. You’re managing someone else’s Social Security or SSI benefits, and you’re legally...

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Aug 22
How to Title a Bank Account for a Representative Payee
If you’ve been appointed as a representative payee by the Social Security Administration (SSA), one of your first steps is to open a bank...

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Aug 22
Can a Representative Payee Have a Debit Card?
If you’re a representative payee managing Social Security or SSI benefits for someone else, you might be wondering: Can I have a debit...

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Aug 22
How to Apply to Be a Representative Payee
If someone you care for receives Social Security or SSI benefits but struggles to manage money on their own, you may be able to help by...

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Aug 22
What Happens If a Representative Payee Misuses Funds?
Representative payees are trusted by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to manage someone else’s benefits—often for people who are...

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Aug 22
What Is an Organizational Representative Payee?
When a person receiving Social Security or SSI benefits can’t manage their money, the SSA appoints a representative payee—someone who...

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Aug 22
How to Switch Your SSA Direct Deposit to Purple
If you get Social Security benefits—like SSI, SSDI, or retirement—you can choose where your money goes each month. That includes...

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Aug 22
What’s the Difference Between SSI and SSDI?
If you or a loved one has a disability, you’ve likely come across two major Social Security programs: SSI and SSDI. While both provide...

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Aug 22
How to Avoid the $2,000 SSI Limit Without Losing Benefits
If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you’ve likely heard about the $2,000 resource limit—a frustrating rule that makes it...

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Aug 22
Can a Representative Payee Use the Money for Themselves?
If you’ve been appointed as a representative payee—or you’re considering becoming one—you might be wondering: Can I use some of the money...

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Aug 22
The Best Software for Disability Representative Payees: What to Look For
Managing government benefits for someone with a disability is a big responsibility—especially when you’re handling money that isn’t...

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Aug 22
How Early Direct Deposit Works for SSI, SSDI, and Other Benefits
If you receive Social Security, SSI, or VA benefits, you might wonder why your payments sometimes show up earlier than expected—or why...

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Aug 22
What Is a Representative Payee Account and How Do You Open One?
If you’re managing government benefits for someone who can’t do it themselves, the Social Security Administration (SSA) may require you...

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Aug 22
How to Set Up a Dedicated Account the Right Way
If you’re a representative payee managing SSI benefits for a child under 18 who receives a large lump-sum back payment, the Social...

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Aug 21
What Happens if You Use a Dedicated Account Incorrectly?
If you’re a representative payee managing a dedicated account for a child receiving SSI, it’s critical to understand the rules about how...

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Aug 21
How to Report Dedicated Account Spending to the SSA
If you’re a representative payee managing a dedicated account for a child receiving SSI, you’re required to submit an annual report to...

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Aug 21
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