April 2023

Checklist of eligibility criteria for lump-sum death payments.

Understanding Eligibility for Lump-Sum Death Payments as a Widow or Widower, § 404.391

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Losing a spouse is a challenging experience, and dealing with the financial aspects can be daunting. One potential source of financial assistance is the lump-sum death payment offered by the Social Security Administration (SSA). In this blog post, we will explain the eligibility criteria for widows and widowers to receive this payment and help you […]

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Social Security Death Benefit

Understanding Social Security’s Lump-Sum Death Payment, § 404.390

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Dealing with the loss of a loved one is never easy, and understanding the various benefits and processes related to Social Security can be challenging during this time. One such benefit is the lump-sum death payment, a one-time payment of $255 provided under specific circumstances. In this blog post, we’ll break down the details of

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Parental Benefit Eligibility Guide

Understanding Benefit Eligibility for Parents of the Insured, § 404.374

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Navigating the world of insurance and understanding eligibility for benefits can be a complex process. Today, we’re going to break down one specific aspect: the eligibility for benefits as the insured person’s parent. We will explore the different scenarios that qualify a parent for benefits according to § 404.374. Biological Parent of the Insured A biological

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Parental benefit calculations based on entitlement.

Understanding Parental Benefit Amounts: A Guide to Social Security Benefits, § 404.373

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Navigating the world of Social Security benefits can be confusing, especially when it comes to understanding how benefits are calculated for parents. In this blog post, we will break down Section 404.373 of the Social Security regulations to help you better understand how a parent’s monthly benefit is determined based on their entitlement. Section 404.373

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Understanding When Parent’s Benefits Begin and End, § 404.371

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Navigating the world of social security benefits can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to understanding when specific benefits begin and end. In this blog post, we’ll be focusing on parent’s benefits, which are available to individuals who meet certain requirements. We’ll explain when these benefits start and when they end, as well

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Understanding Parent’s Benefits: Eligibility and Requirements, § 404.370

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Parent’s benefits are designed to provide financial support for parents of deceased individuals who were fully insured. These benefits can offer crucial assistance to parents who relied on their child for support. In this blog post, we’ll explore the various conditions that must be met to qualify for parent’s benefits and provide a clearer understanding

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Understanding Full-Time Student Status During Nonattendance Periods, § 404.368

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As a full-time student, it’s important to know how your status is affected during periods of nonattendance. Eligibility for certain benefits, financial aid, and other resources often depend on maintaining full-time student status. In this blog post, we’ll break down the criteria under Section 404.368 that determine whether you are still considered a full-time student

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A list of criteria for full-time student status in relation to child's benefits eligibility.

Understanding Full-Time Elementary or Secondary School Student Status for Child’s Benefits Eligibility, § 404.367

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Child’s benefits can be a crucial form of financial assistance for many families. To be eligible, one must be a full-time elementary or secondary school student. This blog post will explain the criteria that must be met in order to qualify as a full-time student under § 404.367. Criteria for Full-Time Elementary or Secondary School Students:

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A diagram illustrating the three key factors determining dependency for Social Security benefits.

Understanding Dependency for Social Security Benefits, § 404.366

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When applying for child’s or parent’s benefits or dealing with government pension offsets, it is crucial to understand the concept of dependency. In this blog post, we will explain what it means to be a dependent child or parent and how dependency is determined based on contributions for support, one-half support, and living with the

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Article on Social Security benefits for equitably adopted children.

Understanding Dependency for Equitably Adopted Children in Social Security Benefits, § 404.365

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Equitably adopted children may be eligible for Social Security benefits based on their adoptive parent’s record. However, the dependency criteria must be met to establish eligibility. In this article, we’ll discuss the conditions under which an equitably adopted child is considered dependent upon the insured, as defined in § 404.365. Definition of an Equitably Adopted Child

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