I'm 17 and my father just passed away this year. However, I had been planning a trip to Japan with my friend. Can I use the social security money I get monthly for this?
2007-09-23 07:50:07 · 11 answers · asked by youresohxc56 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Taxes ➔ United States
It's your money. But at seventeen you have to think about the fact that you won't get this money forever.
It seems like a lot of money now, but as you get older and have to pay for EVERYTHING, it really isn't all the extra money it seems like it is.
I would live frugally for a few months, and set aside a certain amount for the trip. And only use that amount.
You're only young once. I would strongly advise you to start looking at colleges and look into financial aide now also. I'm sure it's been a rough year for you. If you really want the trip, do it.
2007-09-23 08:04:01 · answer #1 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The SS benefits you receive while under age 18 are your benefits, but the check may be made out to a parent or guardian. If the check is made out to your parent, then it's going to be pretty hard to use that money for a trip if your parent objects, or needs to use your benefit to pay for your education or other necessary expenses.
If your parent does not object and releases the money to you for the trip, then of course go on the trip if you want.
Your benefits will continue until you reach age 18, unless you are still in high school, in which case the benefits will continue up to age 19.
2007-09-23 17:29:21 · answer #2 · answered by ninasgramma 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I received some retirement benefits from my father's estate. One of my first expenditures was a decent pair of Riedell figure skates so I could take up roller skating again (at 39 at the time).
Dad always loved to skate and I thought this was a good way to remember him.
2007-09-23 14:58:22 · answer #3 · answered by susiegasser 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Legally, yes. But you should discuss this with your mother. That money is suppose to help support you -- things like food, shelter, education ...
Does the check come in your name or your mother?
2007-09-23 14:55:09 · answer #4 · answered by bdancer222 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can use the money for anything you want to.
2007-09-23 14:56:22 · answer #5 · answered by Judy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah if it goes to your account ! save up for the trip
2007-09-23 14:54:05 · answer #6 · answered by silverearth1 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
anything anything you like whatever its your money or u could also try to pay off your bills
2007-09-23 14:55:20 · answer #7 · answered by dancingfreak3896 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would be smarter to invest it.
Or pay for college.
2007-09-23 14:55:20 · answer #8 · answered by ♥Sarai♥ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes
2007-09-27 13:20:24 · answer #9 · answered by J L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can use it for whatever you wish. Maybe your dad had bigger plans for you, so think about it...
2007-09-23 14:54:56 · answer #10 · answered by Whynot 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋