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8 Legit Ways to Get Free Money from the Government

November 18, 2022 · Personal Finance
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5. Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

SSI, formally known as Supplemental Security Income, is a federal benefit program administered by the Social Security Administration that provides free money for people in need. You may be eligible to receive monthly SSI payments if:

  • you’re a US citizen or lawful resident;
  • you’re 65 or older, disabled, or blind;
  • and you have a very low income and limited financial resources.

According to the SSA, the maximum you could receive in 2022 is $841. For 2023, the monthly maximum an eligible individual can get will be $914. If both you and your spouse qualify for this type of benefit, you could receive $1,261 in 2022 ($1,371 in 2023).

Someone who lives with and takes care of an eligible individual could also receive a monthly benefit of $421.

Are you planning to make your house more energy efficient? Keep reading to find out how you can get free money from the government!

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3 comments on “8 Legit Ways to Get Free Money from the Government”

  1. Terence Moed says:
    January 13, 2023 at 7:57 pm

    Being unemployed at this time. this could really help out

    Reply
  2. Charlotte Young says:
    January 2, 2023 at 7:45 am

    How do I get information to see if I’m eligibilable for the Weatherization program?

    Reply
  3. Cheryle Morgan says:
    December 11, 2022 at 10:57 pm

    There are no ways listed.?????

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