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My brother recently left me some money. Will this inheritance affect my SSI benefits?

Answer: We consider the money inherited from your brother as income for the month you receive it. That could make you ineligible for SSI that month, depending on the amount of the inheritance. If you keep the money into the next month, it becomes a part of your resources. You cannot have more than $2,000 in resources and remain eligible for SSI. You should call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY number, 1-800-325-0778) and report the inheritance. Representatives can tell you how the inheritance might affect your SSI eligibility. You can call between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. weekdays. Find out more about how income and resources affect SSI benefits at www.socialsecurity.gov/ssi.

SourceAsbury Park Press

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