If you or a loved one receives SSI or other disability benefits, you’ve probably heard of ABLE accounts and Special Needs Trusts (SNTs)....

If you’re managing disability-related expenses—either for yourself or as a representative payee—having the right debit card matters. You...

If you receive SSI or SSDI benefits, choosing the right checking account matters. You need early access to your money, tools to stay...

If you receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you may have been automatically...

If you use an EBT card for SNAP benefits, protecting your account is more important than ever. Criminals have found ways to steal EBT...

Receiving SNAP (food stamp) benefits isn’t a one-time process. To keep getting help each month, most households must complete a...

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...

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

If you qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), you’ll receive a special debit card called an EBT card. It’s how...

Being a representative payee is a big responsibility. You’re managing someone else’s Social Security or SSI benefits, and you’re legally...

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...

If you’re a representative payee managing Social Security or SSI benefits for someone else, you might be wondering: Can I have a debit...

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...

Representative payees are trusted by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to manage someone else’s benefits—often for people who are...

When a person receiving Social Security or SSI benefits can’t manage their money, the SSA appoints a representative payee—someone who...

If you get Social Security benefits—like SSI, SSDI, or retirement—you can choose where your money goes each month. That includes...

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...

If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you’ve likely heard about the $2,000 resource limit—a frustrating rule that makes it...

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...

Managing government benefits for someone with a disability is a big responsibility—especially when you’re handling money that isn’t...

If you receive Social Security, SSI, or VA benefits, you might wonder why your payments sometimes show up earlier than expected—or why...

If you’re managing government benefits for someone who can’t do it themselves, the Social Security Administration (SSA) may require you...

If you’re a representative payee managing SSI benefits for a child under 18 who receives a large lump-sum back payment, the Social...

If you’re a representative payee managing a dedicated account for a child receiving SSI, it’s critical to understand the rules about how...