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What to Know About SSA’s New Identity Verification Rules (Effective April 14, 2025)
Faster direct deposit updates, new fraud protections, and better access for people with disabilities Introduction: SSA Just Updated Its...

Purple
Apr 14, 2025
How Do I Report a Change in Income to SSA?
Stay compliant with SSI or SSDI and avoid overpayments Introduction: Reporting Income Is Key to Keeping Your Benefits If you’re receiving...

Purple
Apr 10, 2025
Can I Buy a Car While on SSI or SSDI?
How owning a vehicle affects your disability benefits—and what rules to follow Introduction: Want to Buy a Car on Disability? Here’s What...

Purple
Apr 10, 2025
Why Did My Social Security Payment Go Down This Month?
Top reasons your SSI or SSDI check might be smaller—and what to do next Introduction: Your Check Is Smaller—Now What? If you noticed your...

Purple
Apr 10, 2025
Can I Open a Bank Account If I’m on Disability?
What SSI and SSDI recipients need to know before choosing a bank Introduction: Worried a Bank Account Might Affect Your Benefits? If...

Purple
Apr 10, 2025
What’s the Difference Between SSI and SSDI?
How Social Security’s two disability programs work—and which one you might qualify for Introduction: SSI vs. SSDI—Which One Is Right for...

Purple
Apr 10, 2025
Can Social Security See My Bank Account?
What the SSA looks at—and how to stay compliant with SSI rules Introduction: Is the SSA Really Watching My Finances? If you receive SSI,...

Purple
Apr 7, 2025
Why Didn’t My SSI or SSDI Check Arrive This Month?
What to do when your disability payment is delayed, missing, or late Introduction: Waiting on Your Check and It’s Nowhere to Be Found? If...

Purple
Apr 7, 2025
Can I Get Disability and a Part-Time Job at the Same Time?
How working affects your SSI or SSDI—and how to do it safely Introduction: Can You Really Work While on Disability? A lot of people...

Purple
Apr 7, 2025
What Happens If I Go Over the $2,000 SSI Limit?
How even a small balance can affect your benefits—and how to avoid it Introduction: Why the $2,000 Limit Matters More Than You Think If...

Purple
Apr 7, 2025
Can I Use My ABLE Account for Rent or Groceries?
What counts as a qualified expense — and what to avoid Introduction: What Can You Really Spend ABLE Money On? ABLE accounts are one of...

Purple
Apr 7, 2025
How to Switch Your Direct Deposit from Propel to Purple (Before It’s Too Late)
Propel is sunsetting its checking account — here’s how to move your benefits to a better alternative Introduction: Propel Is Ending Their...

Purple
Apr 3, 2025
The Benefits of Using the Purple Debit Card for People with Disabilities
Why Purple is built for the disability community—by the disability community Introduction: A Better Way to Manage Money on Disability If...

Purple
Apr 3, 2025
What Is the $2,000 SSI Asset Limit—and How Do People Manage It?
A guide to staying eligible for SSI in 2025 without sacrificing your savings Introduction: The Limit That Hasn’t Changed Since 1989 If...

Purple
Mar 30, 2025
How to Report Income to Social Security (SSI & SSDI)
Avoid overpayments, protect your benefits, and stay compliant Introduction: Why Reporting Income Matters If you receive SSI or SSDI,...

Purple
Mar 30, 2025
What Happens to My Disability Benefits When I Turn 62 or 65?
How SSDI and SSI change (or don’t) as you get older Introduction: Will My Disability Benefits Stop When I Reach Retirement Age? As you...

Purple
Mar 30, 2025
Can I Receive Unemployment and Disability at the Same Time?
What to know before collecting both SSDI or SSI and unemployment benefits Introduction: Can You Be Disabled and Unemployed at the Same...

Purple
Mar 30, 2025
What Counts as a Resource for SSI?
A simple guide to staying under the $2,000 asset limit in 2025 Introduction: Why Your Resources Matter for SSI If you receive...

Purple
Mar 30, 2025
What to Know About SSA’s New Identity Verification Rules (Effective March 31, 2025)
What disability benefits recipients need to know about the latest SSA updates Introduction: What’s Changing for SSA in 2025? If you...

Purple
Mar 29, 2025
New SSA Rule: Identity Verification Now Required Starting March 31, 2025
What disability benefits recipients need to know about the latest SSA updates Introduction: What’s Changing for SSA in 2025? If you...

Purple
Mar 29, 2025
Can I Use My Disability Benefits for Travel?
What’s allowed, what to watch for, and how to stay compliant Introduction: Can People on Disability Travel? If you receive SSI or SSDI,...

Purple
Mar 29, 2025
How to Switch from a Paper Check to Direct Deposit for SSI or SSDI
The fast, secure way to receive your disability benefits Introduction: Still Getting a Paper Check from Social Security? If you’re...

Purple
Mar 29, 2025
Can I Get Disability Benefits If I’ve Never Worked?
How people without work history can still qualify for SSI and other support Introduction: Can You Get Disability Without Paying Into...

Purple
Mar 29, 2025
What Is an ABLE Account? A Guide for People on Disability Benefits
How to save money without losing your SSI or Medicaid Introduction: Can You Save Money on SSI Without Losing Benefits? If you receive...

Purple
Mar 29, 2025
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