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Has anyone tried contacting their local representative about these issues? Maybe if enough of us complain, they'll actually do something to fix the system.
Good idea! I'm gonna email mine right now. This is ridiculous.
I tried that once. Got a generic response after 3 weeks. But maybe if more people do it...
Careful sharing that kind of info publicly. You could get in trouble.
I'm in the same boat, trying to get death benefits sorted for my grandma. This whole process is so frustrating. Sending good vibes your way, OP!
Have you tried reaching out to your local congressperson's office? Sometimes they can help expedite things with federal agencies like SSA.
This! 👆 My rep's office was super helpful when I was stuck in SSA limbo last year.
Have you thought about talking to a financial advisor who specializes in disability benefits? They might be able to give you a more personalized strategy.
I've heard rumors that the SSA is planning to change some rules about retirement accounts and SSDI. Might be worth waiting to see if anything changes before making a move.
Source? Or is this just speculation?
Just something I heard from a friend who works at SSA. Take it with a grain of salt, I guess.
Just a heads up, even if SSDI isn't affected, the Roth conversion could impact other benefits like food stamps or housing assistance if you receive any of those. Make sure to look at the big picture!
idk about SSDI specifically, but when I did a Roth conversion last year, it messed up my taxes big time. Make sure you're prepared for the tax hit!
This! 👆 The tax implications can be huge. Definitely worth talking to a tax pro before making the move.
Sebastián Stevens
Has anyone else had issues with the SSA website? I swear it's down half the time I try to use it. 🙄
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Bethany Groves
•omg yes! Its like they're using tech from the stone age or smthn. So frustrating!
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KingKongZilla
•Pro tip: try accessing the site early in the morning or late at night. Less traffic usually means fewer issues.
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Rebecca Johnston
Just a heads up, be prepared for a lot of paperwork and waiting. The process can take months. Don't get discouraged, it's normal. Hang in there!
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