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Can I Sell My House And Buy A House Out Of State If I'm On SSI?

I am on disability SSI can I sell my house? And buy a house out of state?

Hi. You could potentially sell your home and continue to receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) as long as you use the proceeds to pay for a new home within 3 months of receiving the funds (https://secure.ssa.gov/apps10/poms.nsf/lnx/0501130110). The rules for SSI are tricky, though, so you should probably discuss your plans in advance with an SSI technical expert at Social Security.

Best, Jerry

Posted: 
May 27 2021 - 10:05am
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