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deme · 10-05-2011, 12:19 AM

I applied for SSDI in 5/2011. I am still waiting for a decision. I expect to receive about 5 months back pay.

I owe the IRS and Student Loans quite a bit. If I am approved, will my benefits be garnished or offset. If so, by how much, or is my whole back pay?

I have heard some say that by law, IRS and Student Loan can garnish up to 15% each. That would be hard on me with piled up bills.

If they garnish, what is the process for them to do that.

I was wondering if anyone has gone through this and may be able to offer some insight or advise.

Thank you all.

10-05-2011, 12:19 AM	#1
deme Newbie (male) Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: GA , USA Posts: 8	Ssdi back pay and garnishment I applied for SSDI in 5/2011. I am still waiting for a decision. I expect to receive about 5 months back pay. I owe the IRS and Student Loans quite a bit. If I am approved, will my benefits be garnished or offset. If so, by how much, or is my whole back pay? I have heard some say that by law, IRS and Student Loan can garnish up to 15% each. That would be hard on me with piled up bills. If they garnish, what is the process for them to do that. I was wondering if anyone has gone through this and may be able to offer some insight or advise. Thank you all.