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According to THE SUN USA, The Social Security Administration (SSA) has unveiled its payment schedule for this month, with millions of Americans eagerly anticipating a significant direct payment of up to $1,900 in the coming days.
While some beneficiaries have already received their payments, others can expect theirs soon, according to LaGrada. The SSA is distributing payments based on specific criteria for its beneficiaries.
For those who began receiving benefits before May 1997, payments were issued on July 3. However, for those who didn’t meet this cutoff, payments will be made according to the beneficiary’s birthday:
- Born between the 1st and 10th of the month: Payment on July 10.
- Born between the 11th and 20th of the month: Payment on July 17.
- Everyone else: Payment on July 24.
To avoid delays, the SSA strongly encourages beneficiaries to sign up for direct deposit. This can be done online, in person at a bank, or by contacting Social Security directly.
Unexpected Debt Shock
Despite the new payments set to arrive this month, not all recipients are celebrating. California resident Vicki Estrada, 75, was devastated to learn she owed $33,000 to the SSA.
“I’ve been totally consumed by this since March,” Vicki shared with ABC affiliate KXTV.
Earlier this year, Estrada received a letter from the SSA notifying her that she had been overpaid for the last ten years and needed to return the money. Initially, she thought it was a mistake and didn’t take the letter seriously. However, when her SSI payment was significantly reduced, she realized the gravity of the situation.
Seeking help, Estrada contacted attorney Joe Fraulob, who criticized the SSA for its poor calculations and for sending out letters that are difficult to understand. He argued that his client was not at fault, as the administration had miscalculated her payments.
Fraulob discovered that Estrada had been receiving an extra $300 per month for over a decade. He filed several waivers and requests on her behalf and even reached out to California lawmakers for assistance.
Thankfully, the SSA has since confirmed to the station that the $33,000 debt has been waived.
