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Has Social Security Announced The 'Substantial Earnings' Amount For 2018?

Has Social Security Announced The 'Substantial Earnings' Amount For 2018

Hi,

Yes, assuming that you're referring to the substantial gainful activity (SGA) guideline for disability benefits. For non-blind individuals the 2018 amount is $1180, and for blind individuals next year's guideline is $1970 (https://www.ssa.gov/OACT/COLA/sga.html).

Best, Jerry

Posted: 
Nov 18 2017 - 11:33am
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