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Is my SSI income taxable and can it decrease?
I recently became unable to work and am going to begin receiving SSI benefits soon and I have a few questions about it. First, is my SSI income taxable? Second what could the potential cause of decreasing SSI amounts be, so I can make sure to not do anything that causes my payments to go down.
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SSI Benefits received as supplemental income due to disability or insufficient resources are not taxable and you do not receive a 1099 form from the IRS detailing these benefits, although the rules may be different for those who are receiving social security retirement benefits. No taxes are deducted from your SSI check either. Generally, your SSI benefits and checks will remain the same unless your income status changes. If your income goes up or and you begin to earn money from wages or other sources, or if your living situation changes, your SSI benefits may change or cease. If you have concerns about the types of behavior that will cause your benefits to decline, you may wish to consult with an experienced social security attorney who can provide you with guidance.
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Posted by Christy Rakoczy on 03 Mar 2010