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Will I Lose Part Of My Social Security Because I'm Selling My House?

Will I lose part of my social security because Im selling my house for 165,00 I went on social security disability at age 59 when I turned 66 they changed me over to regular social security. I'm now 73. Do I need to report it to them.

Hi. No. As long as what you receive is Social Security benefits and not Supplemental Security Income (SSI), then selling your home won't have any effect on your benefits. And, you wouldn't then need to report the sale to Social Security, other than to inform them of your new address.

Best, Jerry

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Apr 15 2023 - 9:01am
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