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SSDI and Housing Stability in 2025: Navigating Benefits and Subsidies
SSDI benefits count toward income limits but may be treated differently by local...
SSDI and Housing Stability in 2025: Navigating Benefits and Subsidies
SSDI benefits count toward income limits but may be treated differently by local authorities.
SSDI and Tax Implications in 2025: Maximizing Net Benefits
When you receive SSDI benefits, taxes may feel like an afterthought, but the tax treatment of these benefits...
Understanding the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) for SSDI Recipients
The EITC is a credit that reduces the amount of tax you owe and may result in a...
SSDI, Work Skills Refresh, and Re-entry Programs: 2025 Pathways Back to Employment
Returning to work while on SSDI is often the path to greater independence and financial security. In 2025,...
SSDI Appeals Without the Stress: A 2025 Step-by-Step Guide
In this blog our SSDI experts break down the SSA appeals process into a practical, manageable sequence, with...
SSDI in Rural Communities: Accessing Benefits and Services in 2025
A practical guide for rural SSDI recipients, covering mail-based communications, local resource centers, telehealth options, and transportation considerations.
Trial Work Period and Extended Earnings (SSDI) in 2025–2026
Learn how the Trial Work Period (TWP) and Extended Earnings Rule work in 2025–2026, how they protect benefits...
Impairment-Related Work Expenses (IRWE) and Its Uses
A clear, actionable guide to IRWE—what counts, how to document it, and how it lowers countable income to...
Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) Thresholds for 2025–2026: What It Means for SSDI
Understand how SGA levels are set for 2025–2026, how earnings influence SSDI eligibility, and practical steps to plan...
Vocational Rehabilitation SSDI
In 2025–2026, VR services continue to expand, offering assessments, training, counseling, and job placement support designed to minimize...
Technology Enhancements in SSDI for 2025: Transforming Disability Benefits
The landscape of social security and disability benefits is continually evolving, driven by technological innovation. As we move...
Policy Adjustments in SSDI in 2025: What You Need to Know
As we step into 2025, one of the key topics of interest within the realm of Social Security...