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Can I Be An Investor In Real Property While Applying For SS Disability?

Can I be an invester in real property, while applying for S.S. disability?

Hi,

Yes, as long as your not in the real estate business where you'd be required to report any profits as self-employment earnings. Unearned income (e.g. dividends, interest, capital gains, rental income, pensions, etc.) would not preclude you from potentially qualifying for Social Security disability benefits (SSDI). Nor would ownership of a home, land or bank accounts.

Best, Jerry

Posted: 
May 22 2018 - 10:58am
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