Retirement / Other Accounts

Have you opened a savings account or another kind of account that works for you?
However, if you’re receiving disability benefits, there’s a limit on how much you can save without affecting your benefits. SSI requires that your resources are under $2,000 for an individual or $3,000 for a couple. This includes bank accounts, cash, stocks, bonds. However, your home, household furnishings, car, burial plots, and insurance under $1,500 are not included.

There are free or low-cost services that can help you plan for the future. The local library can often direct you to affordable financial planning resources.
If you are receiving disability benefits, read more about allowable savings at: http://www.ehow.com/ info_8247348_can-receive-ssi-social-security.html
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has a toll free number that can answer your questions Monday through Friday: 1-800-772-1213