CHECK IT OUT: More than 72 million Americans to get direct one-off payment of up to $1,900 in 2 days – how to claim your money
According to THE SUN, The Social Security Administration (SSA) has released its full payment schedule for this month, and millions of Americans are set to receive direct payments of up to $1,900. The timing of these payments depends on when beneficiaries started receiving their benefits and their birth dates.
Payment Schedule Details
Beneficiaries Before May 1997: Those who began receiving benefits before May 1997 should have already received their payment on July 3.
Beneficiaries by Birth Date:
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- If your birthday falls between the 1st and 10th of the month, you will receive your payment on July 10.
- Those born between the 11th and 20th will receive their payment on July 17.
- All others will receive their payment on July 24.
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The SSA recommends that beneficiaries sign up for direct deposit to ensure timely payments. This can be done online, in person at a bank, or by calling Social Security.
California Resident Faces $33,000 Debt
While many Americans are benefiting from these payments, not everyone is so fortunate. Vicki Estrada, a 75-year-old California resident, recently discovered that she owed the SSA $33,000.
Estrada was shocked to receive a letter earlier this year indicating she had been overpaid for the past decade and needed to repay the amount. Initially, she thought the letter was a mistake. However, when her SSI distribution dropped significantly, she realized the situation was serious.
Legal Battle and Resolution
To address the issue, Estrada enlisted the help of attorney Joe Fraulob. Fraulob criticized the SSA for its poor calculation practices and the confusing nature of their letters. He argued that Estrada was not at fault, as the administration had miscalculated her payments.
Fraulob discovered that Estrada had been receiving an additional $300 each month for over ten years. After filing waivers, requests, and contacting California lawmakers, the SSA has confirmed that the $33,000 debt has been waived.
