Surprisingly, your income and assets are irrelevant for SSD purposes. The only issues are whether you have paid into the system through FICA taxes for at least 20 of the last 40 quarters and you are too injured or too ill to work.
This means that Susan could have as much money as Madonna,Bill Gates, or Warren Buffet and still get SSD.
Overview of Social Security disability payments and the differences between SSD and SSI benefit programs.
It’s important to understand Social Security terms and what they mean.
How to apply for Social Security Disability Benefits.
Review common SSD application mistakes and how to avoid them.
Social Security is more than retirement. Our review of Social Security and its benefits.
If you qualify - SSD will provide Medicare coverage. New health care laws may also help.
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