Approved expenses, rules, and reporting tips for representative payees Introduction: Managing a Dedicated SSI Account the Right Way If...

What parents and representative payees need to know about dedicated accounts for SSI back pay Introduction: What Is a Dedicated Account...

What to know about the Restaurant Meals Program and where SNAP is accepted Introduction: EBT and Fast Food — What’s Allowed? If you...

What SSI and SSDI recipients need to know before traveling or moving overseas Introduction: Can I Keep My Benefits While Traveling? If...

Common reasons your SSI or SSDI payment might be lower than expected Introduction: What Happened to My Social Security Check? If your...

When to expect it, how much you’ll get, and how to stay on top of it Introduction: Waiting on Your Back Pay? If you were recently...

What to expect from SNAP benefits this year Introduction: SSI and Food Stamps — What’s the Connection? If you receive Supplemental...

Move your Social Security benefits safely and easily Introduction: Ready to Change Where Your Benefits Go? If you receive Social Security...

How going overseas affects your disability benefits Introduction: Can You Take Your Benefits With You? If you receive SSI or SSDI, you...

Smart ways to build a safety net without risking your benefits Introduction: Can You Have an Emergency Fund on SSI? If you receive...

What to know before tax season hits Introduction: Will You Owe the IRS on Your Disability Benefits? If you receive Supplemental Security...

How marriage affects your disability benefits—and what to watch out for Introduction: Will Getting Married Change My Disability Benefits?...

How your benefits change—and what to plan for as you age Introduction: Do Disability Benefits Stop When You Retire? If you receive SSI or...

The truth about digital payments and your benefits Introduction: Is That $50 Venmo Gift Hurting Your SSI? If you receive Supplemental...

Stay compliant, avoid big bills, and keep your benefits safe Introduction: Why Reporting to SSA Matters If you receive SSI or SSDI,...

How moving affects your benefits—and what to plan for Introduction: Can You Keep Your Disability Benefits If You Move? If you receive...

How much you can earn—and how to protect your benefits Introduction: Can You Really Work and Keep Disability Benefits? If you’re...

Better ways to manage your SSI or SSDI benefits without the headaches Introduction: Frustrated with Direct Express? You’re Not Alone If...

No more waiting for payday — your check can arrive faster than ever Introduction: What If You Didn’t Have to Wait for the 1st (or the...

Who they are, what they do, and how to set one up the right way Introduction: Who Handles Your Social Security If You Can’t? If you...

Step-by-step guide—and why using Purple makes managing benefits easier Introduction: Need Help Managing Your Social Security Money? If...

Living on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) isn’t just about stretching every dollar — it’s about following rules most people don’t even...

If you’ve searched for a disability bank account, you’ve probably seen the word “free” everywhere. Free checking. No monthly fees. No minimums. But read the fine print — and the picture changes fast. For people living on SSI or SSDI, many so-called free accounts still come with hidden costs, poor tools, and risks that could affect your benefits. Here’s what to watch out for — and how to find a disability-friendly option that actually protects you. The Myth of the “Free” Bank

If you’re living on SSI or SSDI, opening a regular checking account isn’t always simple. You need a disability bank account that protects your benefits, avoids hidden fees, and gives you the tools to stay financially stable. But not all accounts are created equal — and choosing the wrong one could cost you time, money, and even your benefits. Here’s what to look for, what to avoid, and how Purple is changing the game for people with disabilities. Why You Need a Specialized Di