Former SSA Insider: Survive on Social Security; Tips, Tricks, Secrets!
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Dr. Ed Weir, PhD, Former Social Security District Manager; Former Family Services Specialist, Department of Social Services; Former Marine Corps Sergeant; University Adjunct Professor. Dr. Ed is one of the most experienced government benefits experts in the country and in his (semi)retirement, he has made hundreds of KZfaq videos in order to help seniors, the disabled, survivors, retirees, disabled children, spouses, and others in every state get the benefits they need!
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@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
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@dig1272 3 ай бұрын
Could you add (widowers) Death Benefit Health Insurance (through Navy) to your questionnaire regarding health insurance? None of the questions apply to me. If not, not sure how to answer that question. I guess employer health insurance but I am not working. I went back to college again for another degree I will obtain next year at 60.😊
@carolhill8917 3 ай бұрын
SS deducted the Medicare part B amount from my first SS check though I qualified for having it paid for. How do I get reimbursed from that March 2023 payment?
@marthacollins6170 Ай бұрын
So you charge $99 for the call
@marthacollins6170 Ай бұрын
I am not familiar with all the government bureaucrat
@MariaDeLeonart 5 ай бұрын
Dr. Weir, please do not stress over how many people will see your videos, just focus on doing what your heart calls you to do, these videos will be found by those who need them in God's time, you just put it out there, one day someone like me will be browsing and will find it and use it for bettering understanding and chances as well as helping others too. Most good, real, and serious videos do not get the Cat video popularity because they target serious conscious adults, not youth looking for a mental rush. Be at ease, you are doing an amazing job for all of us who need someone like you to help us understand all these very important subjects. Thank you!
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Thank you SO MUCH for that AWESOME comment! You made my day!
@siulanainad 5 ай бұрын
@@MyGovExpertI agree with her. I am a serious adult looking for alternatives and found the video AND SUBSCRIBED ! Great content. Thank you very much.
@UnbeautifulBird 5 ай бұрын
I could not agree more Maria!
@FTG2Eli 5 ай бұрын
That's right. We will find you, and thank you!
@KimsKluckers 5 ай бұрын
Just popped up today and I am thrilled!!! ❤. I posted on my Facebook and sent to several friends. How exciting, I see a Part 2. 🥰. I have subscribed because I have lots of questions.
@SarongGoddess 2 ай бұрын
MOVE ABROAD!!! I'm a 67 years YOUNG solo/child-FREE/single female. Because I don't make enough SS to live in the US & now divide my time between Nicaragua (the CHEAPEST!! I spend 6 months there volunteering on my own helping street dogs & a rescue), Mexico City & Puebla (6 months) & 1-3 months in between the other 2 countries in Costa Rica (though CR is now THE MOST $$$$$ country in Latin America!! Hence part of why I spend less time there). Unfortuantely I also don't get enough SS to get Residency anywhere - but luckily I LOVE my life & all the AWESOME experiences & people I meet daily!!! I rent a room from a local family or stay in hostels (not all hostels these days are party hostels & many have private rooms & shared kitchens so a great way to meet new fascinating people from ALL over the world & of all ages!!).
@MyGovExpert 2 ай бұрын
Wow. Sounds like you're having fun and doing some great work to help out people and animals at the same time. That's pretty awesome.
@jerrygarcia4390 2 ай бұрын
I hope to join you in august 👍🏾 I’m starting with 2 months in Brazil 🇧🇷 and 2 months in Argentina 🇦🇷
@toddaron 2 ай бұрын
THIS. This, in so many ways. I'm keeping general Medicare so I can just fly back for catastrophic care. Otherwise, awesome Thai insurance, under u$1800 A YEAR, 2nd from top tier, and works everywhere Medicare does not. FOR GOOD REASON, does NOT cover in the US. If my Fiancee wasn't Thai, would stay in Malaysia; but, we will split, almost, our time in Thailand and Europe so to not have another layer of taxes. i'll try to find the video of some dude who went to Philippines; he was disabled and his care in the US was prohibitively expensive. He's found love and caring from his partner in the Philippines. GO. Just, go. There is SOOOOO much more beyond these borders.
@toddaron 2 ай бұрын
How is your stay in Mexico City? Just like the US, seems Mexico has some dangerous places. Mexico City seems a safe place. I'm also interested in hearing about Merida and Campeche.
@DebLindley-xg8gz 2 ай бұрын
That sounds like a pretty cool life 😎
@BrigetteFranklin 2 ай бұрын
Dr. Weird, What you are doing is a blessing for many of us! Please keep doing what you’re doing!!!
@rea7203 5 ай бұрын
Doesn't matter who may have more experience or knowledge than you. The fact is you are trying to help people who need your knowledge. Knowledge does no one any good if it isn't shared. Thank you for taking time to tell us things we need to know to survive. ❤
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the kind remarks.
@Raelven 5 ай бұрын
You, sir, are heaven sent. Don't worry about video length or ads. The people who need this info will sit on a fire and hill and listen, happily. No one else is doing a derp dive into how to navigate these services, and many of us seniors are in worse financial shape that will be admitted to anyone. It's sad, it's scary, it's difficult. So thank you for covering these topics. I for one, greatly appreciate your shared wisdom.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for your kind words. You made my day. Take care of yourself, Ed
@user-di1tw1hm5u 4 ай бұрын
Great information... Thank you for sharing with us. Blessings to you and yours.
@Thankful305 2 ай бұрын
@Raelven … how has his information changed your financial situation? Or Have you applied what you’ve learned? 🤔
@StevelaFrench Ай бұрын
I downloaded Ublock for free and it eliminates ads (for now) and I hope others find it useful too.
@NerryVehouc 2 ай бұрын
Dr. Weir Thank you for helping us. You are in need.
@daisy7141 5 ай бұрын
To make it simple. I applied for a USDA Rural Development 502 Loan. The government subsidizes my house payment due to my income. I pay $516 mo. for a 2020 mfg home. No down payment, but some closing costs. Make sure you roll all costs into the loan and not pay out of pocket. My loan office was in training and she left that part out. The USDA shows income limits for every area. You'd be surprised how high the lowest income allowed is. It's pretty high. They also have a map of the areas covered by this loan. You just put in an address. A stick built home is an easier transition, because it's already built. You don't have to wait for land preparation, etc. for a manufactured home like I did. If I could do it again, I would have chosen a 1 bed/1 bath home instead of my 2 bed/1 bath....lower price, easier to take care of.
@chilloften 5 ай бұрын
Very interesting.
@USAneedsGOD 5 ай бұрын
Hey Daisy! Thanks for sharing… I went onto the site but don’t understand what to navigate to? I currently rent and my elderly parents have to pay for it 😢 I would love to get on my own! I greatly appreciate any direction you can give! Truly grateful❤
@freebird6832 5 ай бұрын
What state are you in?
@daisy7141 5 ай бұрын
@@freebird6832 Arizona
@Beachnut1962 4 ай бұрын
Thank you for this information! It is a game changer for me!
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Sorry, the introduction on this Part 1 video was a little long and repetitive, and repetitive, and repetitive! The introductions for the following videos, Part 2, 3, 4....are only a few seconds each! Hope that helps!
@pinschrunner 5 ай бұрын
Keep in mind that most people watch multiple creators per day and MAXIMUM 15 minute videos will get watched more. 🌞 Get to the point quickly then expound practically. Limit "filler" content. Please consider doing a video for SSDI beneficiaries who have worked and earned benefits. Have a blessed day!
@joea8650 5 ай бұрын
Agreed! Too long winded before getting to the meat of things. Thanks for the content, though.
@bryanwoodring3547 5 ай бұрын
ive got my medicaid taken away and am low i come yet still dont come close to 18.a..o th it su cks
@NoMoreTears64 5 ай бұрын
I dont know if you have control of the commercials or not but this video contained a lot. There were 5 and it was quite distracting. Maybe just a youtube thing though. Thanks for the information!
@stevec3872 5 ай бұрын
So, it wasn't just me. Yes, I'm sure you have great information if you could just Get.To.The.Point. I'm glad you posted that subsequent videos will do that, otherwise I might never see them.
@threeftr3349 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for spending some of your retirement time helping others. You are making a difference.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for that comment!! I'm just getting started! lol Take care and have a great weekend, Ed
@maxshiraz3447 5 ай бұрын
Dr Ed seems to know more about SS and Medicare than anyone should.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
lol! I should have forgotten about everything after I retired....but unfortunately...not! Take care, Ed
@hallieadams4225 5 ай бұрын
@@MyGovExpertI just found you and in dire need of keeping my medicare. Nobody's got answers. I need advice.
@Tryp-j9d 13 күн бұрын
@@MyGovExpert. Ed DOES know the MOST about Social Security. But he NEVER ACKNOWLEDGEs the TRUTH: That the ONE, and ONLY “problem” with SS is the MASSIVE number of FAKE disabled people who are STEALING benefits!!! The “old age” portion is FINE. The ENTIRE INDUSTRY of CROOKED LAWYERS, CROOKED DOCTORS, CROOKED JUDGES and CROOKED “beneficiaries” IS what is WRONG!!!!!
@sarahcline8488 8 күн бұрын
It's not wrong to know so much least he is trying to give the information to people who need it; nothing wrong with it.
@bethyoung3654 4 ай бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to help people.
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
You're so welcome. Take care of yourself, Ed
@Badger345 3 ай бұрын
Just discovered your great channel and subscribed. We are all fortunate you retired from your previous role and are now able to provide much needed important information to the KZfaq community. Thank you 🙏
@MyGovExpert 3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the kind note. I really do appreciate it
@bradleyvanzile1111 5 ай бұрын
I have lived on just Social Security for over 16 years. No issues. 😊
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Awesome! Make sure you share your secrets with those around you! Take care, Ed
@lynnebizlyne436 4 ай бұрын
How???!!! Geez I can’t
@barbsingh9557 4 ай бұрын
Please share
@pamelariley6694 4 ай бұрын
Need a serious budget.
@tinthaung7118 3 ай бұрын
@@pamelariley6694 agreed.
@User31084 3 күн бұрын
ERISA protects retirement payments from collections, judgements and garnishment!!!
@stardresser1 5 ай бұрын
Some superheroes wear nice button down collar shirts, chic glasses and have nice goattees...you ARE a SUPERHERO! im 62, filed to collect SS 2 months ago (still waiting...) have a 10 yr old child to raise, have not worked much due to 8 jury, AND now have my 56 yr old "baby brother" in early dementia to care for and find resources for. You clearly have been, remain, and will continue to be a MASSIVE source of help to an infinite # of people. I will do my part! And just wait til AARP and Good Morn ing America etc gets hild of you. Im also in entertainment, and i cam tell you, youve got the "it factor " of appearing amd communicating beautifully on camera. Dont stop and do t give up! Ive never seen such clear complete i formation. Im sure you ARE the Guru of Social Security. And it will get spread. I guarantee it. Im so uplifyed and so very encouraged by this video. Im watchibg EVERYTHING. Because as tou said, we ALL know someone who needs this. Bless bless bless you a million times over. ❤
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
WOW! That's the nicest comment I've read in a while! THANK YOU SO MUCH! You made my day/week/month!! There are 70 million people on Social Security. So we have a long way to go to get to everyone and make sure they are getting everything they need and earned. Take care of yourself and THANK YOU for looking out for those around you, Ed
@lyndaniel3369 5 ай бұрын
I have memory problems from motorcycle accidents in the past, so it is difficult to accomplish things, and complicated matters (legal, for example) are impossible to understand. Nevertheless, I am able to get some help from your videos. Please know that ALL your efforts are WORTH it! Many, many people are beset with decisions but have NO Source of Information that is explained by a human being who knows what they are talking about! THANK YOU! Heaven help us when everything is turned over to AI who has NO sympathy or understanding for humans. Please be assured that your efforts are very much appreciated!
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Thank you SO MUCH FOR THE KIND WORDS!! Hopefully one of the videos was able to help. Take care of yourself, Ed
@charlespalmer2333 2 ай бұрын
I’m 65 and still working. I know all my past years of annual pay for my highest 35+ years. I have multiplied each of the 35+ years pay by the factor provided by SSA. Can you please share with your audience the calculation formula(s) that SSA uses this information to calculate my current (and future) social security monthly payment(s).?
@steveharvey7712 3 ай бұрын
Don't forget, Keep yelling at the government every day to keep the cost of living down so the cheap amount of money they think we should get last us to the end of the month. Right now, even going to McDonalds is out of the question.
@MyGovExpert 3 ай бұрын
I agree...we get the government we demand! Don't forget to join my next LIVE Q&A. I'm going to do a talk on how we can improve customer service at SSA. Take care, Ed
@Tryp-j9d 13 күн бұрын
McDonald’s has ALWAYS been a RIPOFF!!! LEARN to COOK a BURGER….yourSELF!!!
@ednajankowski7058 14 күн бұрын
Thank you! I am now a new devotee😀. Funny thing, when I first began listening to your videos my first thought was you were a college professor, then that you were in fact a very experienced government employee. Good to know I am learning from the best guy
@MW713 Күн бұрын
ACP has been cancelled and Congress has not brought it up. The only thing available now is Life Line and discounted rated for internet at 9.99 a month for low income persons.
@manschool4992 5 ай бұрын
Semper Fidelis. Another Marine Sergeant here approaching 60. I really look forward to learning as much as can from you. Thank you for sharing.
@donnacolyer131 5 ай бұрын
THANKS IS NEVER ENOUGH!! ☦️🙏💞🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! Sorry for the late reply. Got 100s of messages... Semper Fi and take care of yourself, Ed
@user-ln1xu8hn8d Ай бұрын
Please do a video on the WEP for those of us who are teachers that started late in life. I paid into social security from age 15 (part time jobs through school) and then full time from age 21 - 32. I also had part time jobs in the summers during which I paid into SS. But the WEP is going to cut my benefits and I don’t know how much. Thanks so much for your channel!
@MyGovExpert Ай бұрын
Hello, I've done 3-4 videos.
@user-ln1xu8hn8d Ай бұрын
Thank you, I will look for them! I appreciate what you’re doing for everyone.
@maishaadams7324 5 күн бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to inform us
@MyGovExpert 5 күн бұрын
You're welcome
@isdiseasehereditary6933 5 ай бұрын
A pdf 1- or 2-page summary list of these points would be an appreciated resource.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the suggestion, Ed
@je1533 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your wisdom. I feel like I'm sitting here having a cup of coffee with a very knowledgeable family member. Subscribed.
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the kind words. That's exactly my approach. Sitting down at the kitchen table just discussing everything one on one.
@gail.r.4604 2 ай бұрын
Thank you Dr. Ed! I just found your channel, binge watching 😊. Will share with 4 brothers and cousins. Thank you so very much.
@MyGovExpert 2 ай бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@tessajetta8146 2 ай бұрын
I’m 59 still working and I watch you to learn. Thank you for all you do!
@chrissythomas9715 Ай бұрын
Wow! Thank you so much! I need all the help I can get these days❤
@believvemiracleisfaith7082 5 ай бұрын
Dr. Weir. Also because there is a shortage of housing, some states are allowing those with section 8 voucher, to enter into the Home ownership program. It allows you to go through a program and buy a house using a section 8 certification.
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the info
@dlynfreeman2267 2 ай бұрын
I reside in such a state, and although I had received the required HUD certificate, the counselor didn't follow through , which resulted in reporting the issue to HUD Authorities. HUD Approved Housing Counselor(s)/ Approved Agencies that I have researched do not have transparent success cases to assist individuals that doesn't have a six figure job or large amount of money in the bank. Investigating HUD Approved Counselor(s) is definitely needed.
@user-zh7mz3ql8d 20 күн бұрын
Can you add the website
@dlynfreeman2267 19 күн бұрын
@@user-zh7mz3ql8d HUD.GOV
@Tryp-j9d 13 күн бұрын
Section 8? You’re a FREELOADING BUM!!!
@bonitatranchina7916 5 ай бұрын
I so agree, wading through this difficult information is overwhelming, thank you for assisting all of us
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
You are so welcome take care
@debbieframpton3857 5 ай бұрын
I live in Central Illinois my social security is $1,272 with a paid off mortgage low real estate taxes car insurance and utilities I am able to put $275 in savings every month sometimes at the end of the month I am able to put a little extra into savings. While working retail I was able to put a small amount into a 401k and Roth IRA and recently a 7 month cd for $5000 ( I feel the need to keep 1 yr living expense in regular savings ). I will be 70 in May so not currently withdrawing any money from those accounts but I feel I'm doing alright
@ericfitzsimmons1202 5 ай бұрын
Wow, that is amazing
@ivysteele2310 4 ай бұрын
Great job 🎉 The only thing I do differently is keep cash! Can't trust all the bank closures & the way these banks do business. I learned the hard way. Wanted to buy a used Surburban for $15K last year (from a private party) went to the bank to withdraw MY MONEY to find out that I could only withdraw $4,000/day!!! Went 2 days in a row & then the weekend came so had to wait..long story short took 6 days to get what I thought was MY MONEY! Thankfully they waited for me to get all the cash. Read the fine print!! It's not really our money once we give it to the bank. They even had the nerve to ask me why I needed so much cash from my account!!! 🙏🏼
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
Sorry for the delay in responding. I got a LOT of comments all at once. If you still have questions or need help, please join my KZfaq LIVE Q&A Thursdays at 4pm PST. Take care, Ed
@ivysteele2310 4 ай бұрын
@traybern Dope, if you would read before giving your dumb advice..I said from a PRIVATE PARTY not a dealer!!! They wanted ONLY CASH !
@ivysteele2310 3 ай бұрын
@traybern why do you feel it necessary to butt into other people's business when you have no idea of the circumstances?? Again you are the DOPE!! How do I wait until 70 when I went on SSDissibility 18 years ago because I Broke my back at work!!!! It's an automatic change to regular SS when I turned 65, I had no "say" in the matter!! Please mind your own business!!!
@lindawilson4625 5 ай бұрын
LOL! You are probably are the top expert when you know what kind of run around most people experience trying to get this consolidated info on their own. Thanks for your channel!
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!! Please share with as many people as possible...a lot of people out there need a little extra help!
@dianadunn9305 5 ай бұрын
I really respect you for sharing your knowledge with all who will listen. You are doing God's work and I know he will bless u. I worked for SSA before they had computers and it was my favorite of all my govt service. I am 79 and still working as a collector for a bank and when I speak to someone that I am particularly touched by, I share my knowledge with them and I feel I am doing God's work by helping them and often times I am able to lift their spirits and make a difference in their life. Imagine how hard it is for the elderly and sick who have no one to help them or explain things to them. I am truly blessed to be able to work and still help others. I am sure that is how u feel as well. Keep up the good work!
@PatrickHanifin 5 ай бұрын
This series is going to be great ! Thank you so much!
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Glad you think so! Have a great weekend, Ed
@magicalhealerclairvoyant521 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for creating a KZfaq channel with your expertise. I’m listening and will share. Looking forward to your series. ✨💖✨
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Welcome aboard! Thank you so much for sharing! Too many people are struggling out there and there are some programs available...not enough though!
@sarashann 3 ай бұрын
Thank you for all you do! I'm sharing your channel and went to your website and created an account and playlist. Wow! I'm learning so much that will be useful to myself and others.
@MyGovExpert 3 ай бұрын
Awesome! So good to hear that! Don't forget to be a hero in your community by sharing that information and improving the lives of those around you! Take care, Ed
@southernlady67 3 ай бұрын
The great drawback for section 8 housing is the fact the ones that I have seen are usually in run down parts of town with people I wouldn't want to live around.....drugs, gangs, prostitution, etc......
@MyGovExpert 3 ай бұрын
So sorry to hear that
@dlynfreeman2267 2 ай бұрын
I Totally agree, on the Summit County Ohio Landbank I had found a few affordable decent residential properties, but declined to submit the necessary information due the properties are located in very high crime area...disheartening situation.
@mulgakoldas2692 27 күн бұрын
No sec 8 places to rent in nc mts I had the papers but couldn't use it and not aloud to transfer with them in my area.
@felicialawrence359 2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I’ve shared your information with my mother and best friend.
@MyGovExpert 2 ай бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for sharing!!
@urpreposterous682 5 ай бұрын
Lifeline includes: landline through your local telephone company. It will pay for connection and discounts on monthly bill. Also for internet service, contact local internet provider. If available. Mine is through the telephone company and I receive the Lifeline cost for the 1mbs service for $15/month. You have to choose whether you want telephone Lifeline on a landline or mobile phone. You can't have both.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Great info! Thank you for sharing! We need more personal experiences like yours to help those trying to make ends meet! Take care, Ed
@urpreposterous682 5 ай бұрын
@@MyGovExpert You're welcome 😊
@hallieadams4225 5 ай бұрын
Where I live we can only use Xfinity thus no land line
@shirleymutschelknauss778 4 ай бұрын
Thank you!!! So much for doing this for us!!!!
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
You are so welcome! Sorry about the slow boring intro! The fast forward button is an awesome thing! LOL
@amberlynmarlowe8704 4 ай бұрын
What amazing life experience! You are wonderful. Thank you for helping us all. Subscribed
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!! It's been a wild and interesting ride! I'm only getting started! Take care and have an awesome weekend, Ed
@user-jj9kp7zp4c 5 ай бұрын
So thankful for this series , thank you !
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@LeslieFlowerChildOfGod Ай бұрын
Living overseas sounds reasonable. The waitlists , Public Housing or the requirements for section 8, are insanely long. I was younger disabled at 39, Now at 54 & in my 1st public housing (I don’t want to be trapped here!) I’m struggling with the costs of simply existing (doesn’t help a car payment takes almost 1/2 of my SSDI) -already have 2 bankruptcies & trust me I’m spending /consuming the least as possible except for vitamins & dog care-but there’s got to be a better way to live. Still looking for a type of job to do around chronic pain. I’ve learned if you get an inheritance or need money , it has to be put in a costly trust. family & I don’t know how to navigate this . Yes you’re not allowed much in assets!! And I feel I need to save money to save my life -don’t know what to do. No retirement or 401 k savings-nothing.
@user-rq6ld2uf2f Ай бұрын
I'm so glad that my friend sent me a link to your channel, Dr. Weir. Good to learn how these benefits work now before I make expensive mistakes. :)
@MyGovExpert Ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@francesrosecarmel 4 ай бұрын
THIS IS AWESOME!!! Hi, JUST found you!!!! am SO much awesome information!!....am 59 to be sixty in a few months...so looking forward to getting ready!!!....WIll look into all your videos....THANK YOU...this is awesome!!!!
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
Glad you found us!! Don't forget to join us on my weekly live if you have any questions! Take care, Ed
@shannonm.4984 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for your services.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
You're welcome!! Thank you for the comment!
@benitaaston6732 5 ай бұрын
I just now discovered your channel. Thank you so much! I'm 66 y.o. and want to be sure I can get as much as I can. Retiring at 70.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Welcome! A lot more videos to come!
@dm4859 4 ай бұрын
Just started listening to this video. I can't wait to the end to tell you thank you for doing this for people. Interesting background you have.
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
Thank you! It's been a while ride!
@carrollhebert3284 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing this information. I am retired and so is my wife. We had problems with SSA in trying to get our payments correct and I hope that one day we will be able to get them squared away. Unfortunately, the SSA's personnel are not always knowledgeable or helpful and misunderstandings and errors are frequent.
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment. Make sure you join my weekly LIVE Q&A Thursdays at 4pm PST. I'll answer any of your questions! Take care, Ed
@quaithom3138 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for the information. I will be retiring this year; I will be filing for SS in March. It would probably be good if you "listed" some of your tips. You're just like me, all over the place, due to nervousness, but it will get better and better. People will always need your information.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Thanks! I don't just want to make a list. Because then most people would just scan it for a few seconds for their own situation. I want people to listen to all of the programs and some details...and think of those around them. It takes time to do that..a list would not get the same results. I've taught at the university level for over 20 years. Take care, Ed
@lucasgaeta3403 5 ай бұрын
Finally, someone who can explain the system. Calling S.S office always leaves me exhausted. Thank you so very much.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
You're very welcome! If you would like to support this channel, consider buying me a coffee or beer: ko-fi.com/edweir ...and no worries if you can't tip, I appreciate you being here!
@beautyRest1 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for your valuable information!!!
@savvybytes3748 5 ай бұрын
Thank you this was extremely helpful and answered a few questions I and my other senior housing apartment dwellers had as well 👍
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@JV-nl1ts 5 ай бұрын
I’ve been wanting to listen to you. I wanna learn everything that you know about so I can help myself because I only make 928 a month and I want to help others. Thank you JV.
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
Sorry for the delay in responding. I got a LOT of comments all at once. If you still have questions or need help, please join my KZfaq LIVE Q&A Thursdays at 4pm PST. Take care, Ed
@thomasmurphy6389 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for making these videos. Do you think our government will ever stop taxing our SS? Double dipping as i call it.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
You're welcome! I certainly wish they would stop taxing...especially for the people struggling out there! Take care and thanks for watching!
@FuzzyDogFosterMom 5 ай бұрын
They might have to since so many people are struggling financially and the economy post- election looks very iffy!
@jayes8191 Ай бұрын
Search for the “You earned it, you keep it” Act, drafted by a democratic caucus. The bill has some bipartisan support, but will need many Republicans to support it to pass. If you have Republican representatives, let them know you need this bill, and that you will be watching to see if they vote for it. If anyone wants meaningful reform to SSA and Medicare that will benefit seniors who need it for survival, vote democrat in 2024, across the board. Future elections can shift the balance of power, but a decent quality of life for many seniors is contingent on a democratic congress and president.
@deemarietorregiante8059 Ай бұрын
I truly appreciate your expertise help. I enjoy the knowledge that you share with us. Thank you so very much. 😉
@MyGovExpert Ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@jett70710 5 ай бұрын
Move to a foreign country. It's a no-brainer. Even if you moved to the Philippines, good healthcare is a short boat right away in Malaysia or Thailand. And Philippines is getting better and better every day. In Bohol I had a beautiful, two-story luxury condo and a gated community for… wait for it… 400 bucks a month. Phil-Am healthcare card is $40 a month. Huge mangos and avocados are like five pesos each at the market. If you want to live on Social Security, and have extra money at the end of the month… Move to a foreign country. ❤
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Please send us some mangos!!
@sitdowndogbreath 5 ай бұрын
Remember when you move to a different country it has to be strictly on retirement make sure you know what your rights are and the different country Do you have the right to a service dog Do you have the right to bear arms Do you have a right to access the cannabis products I'm not talking about recreational legalization I'm talking about simple CBD or CbG remember that in Russian basketball girl who got into trouble for CBD oil. So think long and hard and how is transportation especially mass transit
@Sasa-pm7jc Ай бұрын
No thanks
@patriciametzler4719 Ай бұрын
Ugway
@LeslieFlowerChildOfGod Ай бұрын
Hello 👋🏼 I have a question. Are you living on retirement or Social Security income or Social Security disability income? What do you communicate with the Social Security office about living overseas? Do you remain as a tourist for your visa? Is visa required? Do you have to come back to America every 6 months to get your passport stamped & do you remain a citizen of the US? How does their immigration and citizenship work for us as expatriates? thank you very much.
@UnbeautifulBird 5 ай бұрын
This is a brilliant idea. And you have a very unique knowledge base that should make this project continue to grow. I’m 62 and 1 month so, your timing is a gift of the universe, and thanks to you following up on your experience with a whole new level of impact. Many wishes for your success.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the kind words! I'm actually having a lot of fun making the videos and sharing my knowledge! Hopefully I'll be able to do this for another 50 years!! We just have to get the information out there! Take care, Ed
@creativelady7 4 ай бұрын
Im giving your series a listen so I can learn and share with others. Thanks!
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@heatherhill6051 2 ай бұрын
This is helpful. I have almost twenty years before retirement, but I need to learn more to figure out how to plan. And I will tell my older friends about your video.
@MyGovExpert 2 ай бұрын
Awesome. Glad I could help and a lot more videos to come
@rashidakhan704 3 ай бұрын
Respected Dr. Ed weir, your videos are very informative, interesting & elighrening. Thank you so very much for sharing the pearls of your knowledge & wisdom to educate people in the right direction. God bless you by gazillions in return for all your efforts to make this world a better place to live..U R making a huge difference ! This is your area of pride & You sure are an expert & specialist of the field. I would rather call you a walking computer ! May Almighty always helps you at every step of your life to spread the luminosity of your knowledge Amen ! Stay blessed ❤❤❤
@MyGovExpert 3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for all the kind words. I really do appreciate it. That's gonna keep me going for at least another month. You take care of yourself!
@lovelylady6063 5 ай бұрын
Hi Dr. Weir, your video just came up in my feed at rhe right time. I had so many questions about SSA and SSI that had me concerned. I found your video to be very informative and comprehensible. Let be just take this time and opportunity to say thank you for caring about this side (SSI SSA) of the family. Please 🙏 continue the great work. Much love ❤️.
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
Sorry for the delayed response. I really appreciate your kind comments. Thank you very much
@kathyann8974 5 ай бұрын
So glad I found this channel! I hope it helps me so I can stop running short EVERY month.I am so tired of it. Thank you!
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
I really hope you will be able to find something in the video to make your life easier!! Take care of yourself, Ed
@foxiedogitchypaws7141 Ай бұрын
A Really Good , Great information for Anyone on Medicare or Medicaid.
@MyGovExpert Ай бұрын
I'm glad you think so. Sorry the video was so long!!
@fredrickjones4574 Ай бұрын
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR WHAT YOU'RE DOING! I'M JUST 15 MIN. INTO THE FIRST VIDEO, BUT IM LOOKING AT HOW YOU MAKE ACCESS TO YOU SIMPLE! I SUBSCRIBED! HOPE TO SPEAK WITH YOU SOON! THANK YOU ONCE AGAIN FOR TAKING YOUR TIME TO HELP PEOPLE! YOU'RE VERY MUCH NEEDED, BECAUSE ALOT OF PEOPLE NEED HELP WITH THIS TOPIC!
@MyGovExpert Ай бұрын
Great. Take care of yourself and hope to talk to you soon.
@chrishellemaitland5775 5 ай бұрын
Thank you Dr. Weir for your knowledge of these programs and sharing them with those who may need them. I became disabled at a very early age just after starting my career and was extremely lucky to survive the injuries. I had no experience with the legal system or lawyers involved for this and was taken advantage of, but didn't know until the final judgement was made for my claim and I received the letter from the judge. He said that my lawyer provided me a disservice in his eleventh hour preparation for my case and I would not only suffer from this but also the lasting impact of my injuries. The lawyer retired and I was told I had no recourse. I received an incredibly small settlement and continue to survive on the minimum ssdi,ssi benefits. I did get medical insurance and a few more program benefits and I continue to research and learn ways to improve my quality of life. So again, thank you for help with this information. It is very much appreciated.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
So sorry to hear that! I'm putting together a list of excellent disability lawyers to reference. Take care of yourself and those around you, Ed
@vlmac2024truth 5 ай бұрын
Wow, YOU R fantastic!!!!!!! God Bless You and may U B reading His Word.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! Take care of yourself and those around you, Ed
@carolhill8917 3 ай бұрын
In my rural county, I waited about 6 months for the Section 8 voucher. Finding a place that I qualified for took a couple months. Found an apartment but not happy with it, but I now qualify to be able to transfer it to another county/state. Will look into the home ownership.
@MyGovExpert 2 ай бұрын
Awesome. I wish it wouldn't take as long, but at least you're possibly in a better situation now.
@sashags4904 Ай бұрын
Thank you. Great information, keep the videos coming please.
@MyGovExpert Ай бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@sherylmeasel2165 5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much. You just came up on my recommended and I love your presentation. I felt like I was listening to a real human being instead of people who are just worried about keeping people entertained and subscribed.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Welcome! Glad you found us! Yea, I try to present just as I did for the decades I worked at SSA...just you and me across a desk!
@cherannretiredgran68 5 ай бұрын
Same here. Just discovered your channel. And this series. Thanks for caring n sharing.
@junkyarddog47 5 ай бұрын
You are 2nd to NO ONE. Thanks for what you do😊
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
I appreciate that! Take care of yourself and have an awesome week, Ed
@carnivoreheals Ай бұрын
Thanks for the great information!
@MyGovExpert Ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@tullysoulliere8103 5 ай бұрын
I just found your channel and am going to keep checking out your info . I turned 62 and i get to begin recieving soon. Yay for you for shareing.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
You're very welcome! I just uploaded the 4th video!!
@robertjeffery6100 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for doing these videos you have no idea how many ways this is great.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
I'm so glad! No fancy editing or graphics...pretty boring, but hopefully helpful! Take care and have an awesome weekend, Ed
@michaelsd284 5 ай бұрын
Hi Ed, really appreciate your insights into these topics. Only suggestion as a view is to maybe consider breaking your video into "chapters" to allow folks to quickly skip or revist topics (i.e. your Tips 1-9). Also if you can shed any light on the requirements for the various tips. For example, the ACP program (which is unavailable at the moment due to pending shutdown) does not explain if there are any income limits for program eligibility and if so what is considered income (i.e. wages, pensions, SS, etc).
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
Thank you for the suggestions. Take care, Ed
@deborahyarborough1080 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing these videos I’m studying them
@MyGovExpert 2 ай бұрын
Glad you like them!
@rayvilla1 2 ай бұрын
I applied for my pension today! And I did not know that you have to stop working or work no more than 40 hrs. per month before Social Security starts paying your benefit. The interviewer said, quit your job and reschedule another interview and they will process my benefit! What kind of BS is this? I have very little savings and to quit my job just like that would be scary. What happens if my pension will be late?
@torilibby1417 5 ай бұрын
I hit like when you mentioned Neil Postman's book. I knew we thought alike :) And I love the content. I'm 2 months from getting Medicare, and my husband is 3.5 years from claiming Social Security at 70
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
I wasn't sure anyone would know about that book! All news is entertainment! Soma!! Let us know if you need help looking for a Medicare plan! 888-817-0446
@fluffybirdie 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for your time and effort. If this helps maybe I can afford to support you. You will have changed so many lives. God bless you! 🙏🏼❤️🇺🇸👍🏼🌹
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! All help is appreciated! We need to get more information out there to a wider audience. I need help with other platforms: Facebook, TikTok, Twitter (X), Instagram, etc... I want to spend all my time working on making videos and answering questions so I'm trying to get some people to assist with everything else. So any support is GREATLY APPRECIATED! Here is one way to help: ko-fi.com/edweir Thanks again, Ed
@natinaharris8381 11 күн бұрын
Wonderful info! I shared it with my sister.
@tracyjohnsonrn6891 Ай бұрын
I have learned a lot from your videos. Thank you so very much!
@MyGovExpert Ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@janet2363 5 ай бұрын
HI Dr. Ed i just found your video thinks it was very helpful to me and my husband thank you .
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
I am so happy to hear that. I'll be adding a fifth video sometime in the near future.
@debaoa 5 ай бұрын
I retired at 62 because I was worn out from working at a mill and doing rotating shiftwork. I wondered about the "worn out worker" that you don't hear much about. But wondering if I could have qualified. Thanks!
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Yea, that's why I disagree with raising the retirement age again! Those cushy politicians don't do the hard jobs so they can wait...unlike a lot of people!
@Savannah-ed4rv 5 ай бұрын
@@MyGovExpert I agree. I was a hospital nurse for 26 years plus an aide for four. Although my last several years were not as physical of a job, there are many on hospitals that are not. And the stress can be over top! 67 years old is plenty old enough!
@chilloften 5 ай бұрын
Is that truly a thing? I didn’t hear it mentioned in this video. Did I miss something?
@Beachlove05 5 ай бұрын
This series is so beneficial . Thank you!!
@sophirichmanfletcher4657 5 ай бұрын
I'd like to know about the "worn out worker" too! I'm 63, started getting my SS last year, and work very part time. The work ranges from boring to over the top stressful, particularly the part that involves the use of apps and an iPad. I hope to pull the plug in a few months, take the cross country road trip of a lifetime , but hope quitting work altogether isn't an issue with the gov?? I currently have Oregon Health Plan for my medical insurance.
@KarieJacobs Ай бұрын
You are a wealth of information. I will be looking back on past videos
@MyGovExpert Ай бұрын
I appreciate that
@lizziedalaicallie8576 5 ай бұрын
So happy to have found your channel. 🙏🏽 Thank you for all you do!
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
You are so welcome! Many many more videos to come!
@bobs9325 5 ай бұрын
Thank You So Much !
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
You're welcome! Have a great week!
@trinitydane 4 ай бұрын
Semper Fi Devil Dog! WM here, 3 year Sargent myself. Stumbled on your channel and now subscribed. I will be 62 in 6 mos, and just starting to consider the options that make sense to me. Thank you for doing this for everyone and for making a difference. I very much appreciate you and what you are doing!
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the kind words! And thanks for your service! Once a Marine...always mentally unstable! lol Just let me know if you have any questions! Semper Fi, Ed
@slugo915 3 ай бұрын
Ty for this series and for answering other questions i previously had asked. I subbed to your channel. May god bless you for helping so many like myself thats new to this new journey in our lives. Never would have thought I'd end up disabled. But i thank god each day i wake up. I'll admit this is a completely different lifestyle compared to when i was building the M2A3'2. You should know what I'm talking about. Never served but worked with so many. Was a good feeling knowing we helped protect our service members. 🙏
@MyGovExpert 3 ай бұрын
Hello, thanks for joining us. Bradley tanks? Hopefully something in these videos can make your life a little better. Take care, Ed
@slugo915 3 ай бұрын
@MyGovExpert yes and the M88 Hercules and MRAP and M109
@SpiritualLdys-kh6cw 4 ай бұрын
Very nice for what your doing keep up the great work!!
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
Thank you
@sandramartinezdesertpinesh7314 5 ай бұрын
Taking notes!!! Continue to teach us ... Thank you.
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
We'll do and thank you so much
@CarolynnMc01 5 ай бұрын
I was on SSI for years because of an accident which disabled me terribly. I'm here to tell you that SSA doesn't particularly want people on SSI to have anything! Someone wanted to give me a car worth about 3,500 dollars. But they said if I took that car, I could be taken off SSI. How are people on SSI supposed to get ahead once they decide they may be able to work part time when they can't have a net worth of over $2,000? I don't know either. Strange rules, strange organization. I'm so glad I'm out of that phase of my life. Yes, I'm disgusted with the entire program.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
One car and a house is pretty much exempt. But I agree, the regulations are a little tough. Glad you don't have to deal with that anymore. Take care, Ed
@tracymorgan5386 3 ай бұрын
You shouldn’t just take the word of a few people you should ask others about not having a car because certain employees may not be aware of all the rules and just maybe giving you not on purpose wrong information, also I believe different states may have different rules regarding SSI.
@CarolynnMc01 3 ай бұрын
@@tracymorgan5386 Hi! Thank you. I got my information about the car values when I visited my social security office for a review. That was a few years back, so for the sake of others, I hope they changed that rule. Take care!
@lynb2039 3 ай бұрын
You can have one car and it wont be counted since 2005 SSA rules
@MsLilBit8344 3 ай бұрын
That changed in 05, unless you already own a vehicle. Get rid of it, than you can have the 3500 vehicle. Your first vehicle no longer counts. Second vehicle counts towards assets.
@wandastephenson2393 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for your service
@MyGovExpert 2 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@KMarkus00 9 күн бұрын
Thank you very much for your very informative videos. I appreciate all you do very much.
@MyGovExpert 9 күн бұрын
You are very welcome
@pamelabyars3983 5 ай бұрын
I don't take prescribed medication outside of a hospital stay and yet the government says I'm required to sign up for part B. I didn't remember hearing that. An advantage insurance lady said I could sign up for a plan without part B. Now for the rest of my life I'm paying a fine every month because I trusted her.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Part D? Unfortunately a lot of people make that mistake.... given wrong info. Please call my Medicare team and they'll see what they can do. 888-817-0446
@lisamullis6620 4 ай бұрын
I have been given the wrong information as well. I just want to know the Good Bad and the Ugly of both. If I pick the wrong plan or if someone else picks the wrong plan, I'm up the creek without a paddle.
@CLOLopez-fo8tu 2 ай бұрын
Don’t advantage plans, include A and B and D altogether?
@theresejohnson7338 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for providing this important information to people who are living on SS. I really appreciate your help.
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@MJDavis143 5 ай бұрын
Well, you are doing a great service for me, I love learning about the stuff that is so tuff to get it all yourself. I appreciate going somewhere to get the answers I need in convenient videos, with a pause button, I get serious, I'm taking notes, subscribed, Liked thumb, all of it. I was a mess first learning about how to sign up, where to get my info, SSA, SSI, Disability, not knowing if I'm doing it right. You're making it easy, so I pay attention, but I'm telling you, it's going to be a little bit thankless. The topic is one that you want it over before you even deal with the process. No one likes dealing with agencies, the rules, the hoops. I was just watching a video on key windows settings, and it is the same thing. You have to really want it to learn the new language, and the key items, the loopholes that take forever to find. I'm in and will be coming back when I need to know the right way. It's so easy to take the wrong road. Or, not going because you aren't sure, and don't want to screw up the benefit. Your delivery is great, and I know there will be answers here that I will understand. I will promise you that I will find at least one person to share what I learn and/or lead them to you, hopefully more. Thx
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
Sorry for the late reply! Thank you so much for your kind words. Glad the videos were helpful. Take care of yourself, Ed
@deborahquinnan 5 ай бұрын
This is very informative! Thank you so much!!👍
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@robgig4954 5 ай бұрын
Hey Ed. Here's a question you may not have gotten yet: I've been working for SSA more than 20 years, how do you suggest I try to avoid going going insane until I am eligible for my retirement in a little over a year from now? Our astonishing decline in resources and training has made it very difficult to endure. 😢
@MyGovExpert 5 ай бұрын
Yea, I've heard it's getting worse...it'll take a long time to get people hired and trained. Let me know when you're free, I really need help helping people get what they need to survive out there!
@threeftr3349 5 ай бұрын
@robgig4954 Sorry to hear that. I hope you make it, and thanks for helping people. Good help is hard find, one of the many new realities of our changing society.
@robgig4954 5 ай бұрын
I don't use social media Ed. Do you have an email address?@@MyGovExpert
@ExtraordinaryLiving 5 ай бұрын
O.P. is too funny! 😂😂😂😂
@Cottageinthesuburbs 5 ай бұрын
I love that you point out that the other information we hear may not necessarily be for us but for other people, who we encounter everyday, who may need to know about the information you so generously share with all of us. God bless you, your family, (and your channel) for reminding us that we are here to look out for one another.🙏❤️
@MyGovExpert 4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the kind words. I'm sorry for the late reply. Have yourself a beautiful day and a beautiful weekend. Take care, Ed
@CraigBlevins-bx9kh 9 күн бұрын
Thank you.
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