Representative Payee

Why is a Surety Bond Required for Representative Payees? 1024 682 Patrick J. Thomas Agency

Why is a Surety Bond Required for Representative Payees?

If you’re in the process of being appointed as a representative payee, you’ve likely discovered that you will need to acquire a representative payee bond before you can “officially” take on the duties that are being assigned to you. Why do you need a representative payee bond? It helps to…

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The Basics of Social Security Representative Payees and Their Duties 1024 682 Patrick J. Thomas Agency

The Basics of Social Security Representative Payees and Their Duties

The Social Security Administration (SSA) administers a range of benefits, funds, and services to eligible individuals, including those who require a representative payee for assistance in managing their funds. When a beneficiary is unable to handle their finances independently, a representative payee can be appointed to step in and ensure…

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The Basics of VA Representative Payees and Their Duties 1024 678 Patrick J. Thomas Agency

The Basics of VA Representative Payees and Their Duties

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides various benefits and services to eligible veterans and their dependents. These benefits are distributed to beneficiaries for several reasons, primarily to support and enhance the well-being of individuals who have served in the United States military. When these funds cannot be managed by…

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Guide to Becoming a Representative Payee: From Applying to Getting a Bond 1024 710 Patrick J. Thomas Agency

Guide to Becoming a Representative Payee: From Applying to Getting a Bond

Becoming a representative payee allows you to help a person who receives benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA) or Veteran’s Administration (VA) manage their money and help them live their lives more comfortably. Most people who first seek to become a representative payee don’t understand the position, the process…

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