Inheritance

Not All Income is Equal!

Posted on January 12, 2026 by Bea Bany in , , .

Did you know that not all income is treated the same when accessing disability and other public benefits? The type of income you receive could have a big impact on your eligibility for some benefits. Read on to learn more! What is income? Money is considered income the month you receive it. Any income thatREAD MORE >

How Do Inheritances Impact Disability Benefits?

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Bea Bany in , .

Some benefits programs have income and resource limits. Income is money you get. This could be from a job; cash gifts from family or friends, including inheritances; or money from other benefits. Money counts as income in the month that you receive it. Resources are things you own like a house, car, or bank account.READ MORE >