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If we transfer your federal student loans from one administrator to another administrator, your loans will remain the property of ED. Transferring to another servicer simply means that a new servicer will provide the support you need to fully repay your loans
Veterans Group Life Insurance (VGLI)
With Veterans Group Life Insurance VGLI , you may be able to keep your life insurance coverage after you leave the military for as long as you continue to pay the premiums .
Veterans and Former service members
Am I eligible for Veterans Group Life Insurance?
Had part - time Servicemembers Group Life Insurance SGLI as a member of the National Guard or Reserves
other thing?
You may be able to get VGLI if you meet at least one of the requirements
you ll need to fill out an Application for Reinstatement of VGLI Coverage SGLV 180 .
240 days of leaving the military?
you won t need to prove you re in good health .
VGLI premium rates are based on your age and the amount of insurance coverage you want
Hello. I was wondering about what is going on at a hearing. Can you explain this to me, please?
Of course. You and the judge will have a conversation. The judge will listen to your testimony and may ask you a few questions.
What if I have someone else with me?
A representative may help you at the hearing.
Good, I will bring my grandson with me. He's a good boy. By the way, can I do anything about a board decision? There's one I don't quite agree with.
Yes, I do. Very much.
In that case you can file a Supplemental Claim. You can also appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims.
And which options do I have to appeal a judge?
If you want a Veterans Law Judge to review your case as quickly as possible,  you should choose a Direct Review.
What if I have new evidence? My grandson helped me gather information that can be presented to support my claim.
You have the option to add new evidence for a judge to review. You'll have to submit this evidence within 90 days from the date VA receives your Board Appeal form.
can i get mortgage insurance?
Veterans Mortgage Life Insurance VMLI If you have a severe service - connected disability , get mortgage protection insurance for a home that s been adapted to meet your needs
Can I get S - DVI Disabled Veterans Insurance?
Service - Disabled Veterans Insurance S - DVI If you re disabled because of an injury or illness caused or made worse by your active service , continue your life insurance beyond 2 years after you leave the military
if I am disabled due to an injury made worse by my active duty
And if you re disabled because of an injury or illness caused or made worse by your active service , you may be able to get coverage through S - DVI to continue your life insurance beyond 2 years after you leave the military .
I was just wondering if you could tell me if there is some sort of assistance available for family members who care for a Veteran with disabilities?
Yes there is a program of Comprehensive Assistance for family caregivers.
How would one go about applying for assistance?
VA would like to support you. We recognize that family caregivers enhance the health and well-being of Veterans they care for in their home. It is best for you to find out if you qualify for the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers and how to apply.
What are the requirements for me to get this type of benefit?
You will qualify for the program based on your Veteran's qualifications. You may be eligible if the Veteran you are caring for meets both of the requirements list for benefits.
Could you please tell me what the requirements are?
Both of the requirements I am about to tell you must be true. The Veteran you are caring for must have a serious injury including traumatic brain injury, psychological trauma, or other mental disorder that was caused or made worse by their active - duty service on or after September 11 , 2001, and because they can't perform one or more activities of daily living and/or needs supervision or protection based on symptoms of lasting neurological damage or injury they need personal care services.
Both of the requirements are true in this case.
Is the Veteran unable to perform one or more activities of daily living and/or needs supervision or protection based on symptoms of lasting neurological damage or injury?
Yes he is unable to perform activities relating to daily living.
It seems that you will be able to receive benefits as explained.
Is the VA working towards making it possible for more family caregivers getting access to this program?
Yes they are. Firstly family caregivers of Veterans who were seriously injured in the line of duty on or before May 7, 1975, will become eligible for this program. After 2 years  family caregivers of Veterans who were seriously injured in the line of duty between May 7, 1975, and September 10, 2001, will  also become eligible.
Hello, I would like to obtain information about The Graduate Payment Plan
Payments are made for up to 10 years between 10 and 30 years for consolidation loans.
Are your income low now?
If your income is low now, but you expect it to increase steadily over time, this plan may be right for you.
What type of loans can I be eligible for?
The following loans from the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Direct Program and the FFEL Federal Family Education Loan Program are eligible for the Graduated Repayment Plan:
What programs are eligible for the Graduate Payment Plan?
William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Direct Program and Federal Family Education Loan Program FFEL
And what about the monthly payments for consolidation loans?
of course we can help you with your monthly payments
What are the steps in the process of applying for disability for a child?
After you have reviewed the Child Disability Starter Kit which answers common questions about applying for SSI benefits for children, then you should work on the worksheet that will help you gather the information that you will need.
Do you need assistance completing the application process?
I do.  This is all very confusing to me and I want to ensure that I do this right.
You can take your time doing this.  After you start a Child Disability Report you can always use your re-entry number to return to working on the report online.
Is there a way to find all the necessary information in order to apply for disability for a child?
You will need to complete and Application for Supplemental Security Income and a Child Disability Report.  The report collects information about the child's disabling condition and how it affects his/her ability to function.
What are the steps in the application process?
You need to fill out the online Child Disability Report.  At the end of this report, we will ask you to sign a form that gives the child's doctor permission to give us information about his/her disability.
What is the signature at the end of the report for?
That is for you to give the child's doctor permission to give us information about his/her disability.
If I need further help with this, is there a TTY number that I can use for assistance?
Yes.  You can call our toll-free TTY number at 1-800-325-0778.
I let my insurance lapse and DMV has suspended my registration. I need to know how much I'll have to pay to have the suspension removed.
Sorry to hear that. I'll be happy to help you with this. Your Suspension Order that you received from the DMV will show you how much you will need to pay. The amount owed will depend on how long your insurance was lapsed.
Has your insurance lapsed for more than 25 days?
Yes, it's been longer than that.
Okay. For future reference, an insurance lapse of less than 25 days will require you to pay a civil penalty of $200. In this case, you would get to keep your plates. If you choose to surrender your plates, the penalty would be a 25 day suspension of your registration.
Thanks for the information. Can I pay the penalty online?
Yes, but you will need the Suspension Order that states you are eligible to pay a civil penalty.
What is the penalty for letting my insurance lapse for 90 days?
An insurance lapse of 90 days will result in a $900 fine. Again, you would have the option to pay the penalty and keep your plates or surrender them and serve a 90 day registration suspension.
You can find more information on our website under Insurance.
So, if I pay the civil penalty, I would be allowed to keep my plates?
tell me about Disability housing grants for Veterans?
We offer housing grants for Veterans and service members with certain service - connected disabilities so they can buy or change a home to meet their needs and live more independently .s   [3] Changing a home might involve installing ramps or widening doorways .s   [4] Find out if you re eligible for a disability housing grant and how to apply .s
How do I know if I'm eligible for a disability housing grant?
We can give you the information
you may be able to get up to 3 grants for a total of up to $ 85,645 through the SAH grant program
You or a family member own or will own the home?
You have a qualifying service - connected disability?
You are able to get an SHA grant
I was just wondering if i need insurance to register my vehicle?
yes, the DMV requires you to have insurance in order to register your vehicle.
would you like me to tell you some more information?
sure. When you get insurance there are 2 ways that your insurance company will provide you with in order to provide you with proof that your insurance has been accepted.It will either give you 2 original NY State Insurance ID Cards or provide you with access to an electronic version of your NY State Insurance ID Card
Will the DMV accept a copy of my insurance ID card?
Yes, however, the card will not be accepted by the DMV if there are issues with the barcode reader being unable to scan or read the barcode.
When do I need to register my vehicle?
You must register it within 180 days once your insurance ID card has been accepted
so, i must get insurance in order to register my vehicle?
does the name on my application form and my insurance ID card need to be the same?
Do I have to get my insurance from New York? Do you accept out-of-state insurance?
No, we do not accept out-of-state insurance. The insurance must be from New York
If I apply for a child (under 18 years old) for Disability benefits, what are the steps?
REVIEW the Child Disability Starter Kit . This kit answers common questions about applying for Supplemental Security Income SSI benefits for children , and includes a worksheet that will help you gather the information you need .
do you want to contact social security?
Should I fill out a report?
If the Child Disability Report online. At the end of the report, we will ask you to sign a form that gives the child's doctor permission to give us information about your disability.
If i do not want to do this report online or you need help
you can call us toll - free at 1 - 800 - 772 - 1213 .
How to request a To request a child
Hello. I have some questions about traffic violations. Can you give me some information?
Of course. Do you want to know what happens if you plead guilty to a violation that results in 5 or more points?
No, I already read about that.
Are you wondering if you can plead or pay a TVB traffic ticket that you received while riding a bicycle online?
No, I don't ride a bicycle.
Are you an attorney and would you like how to schedule TVB hearings for your clients?
No, I'm not an attorney. How do you get this strange idea?
I think it's better if I ask the questions. How long does it take for a ticket to be reported to the DMV?
In some cases it can take several days for a ticket to be reported to the DMV.
Alright. Is it possible to pay a TVB ticket at a TVB office near me?
Yes, you can plead to or pay a TVB ticket , and schedule a hearing at a Traffic Violations Bureau TVB. You can not plead to or pay a TVB ticket, or schedule a hearing at a regular DMV Issuing Office.
I'm from another state and recently came to NY. Can you walk me through the process of exchanging my driver license?
Did you move to New York State and become a resident?
No, I am not a resident of NY.
Can you tell me how to exchange my old driver license for a NY license?
Of course, I can tell you all about exchanging your out-of-state driver license.
Great. So how long do I have to get a NY license after I move to NY?
You must get a New York State driver license within 30 days.
What if I have a driver license from another country and a NY learner permit? Can I drive in NY without somebody else?
Yes. Your valid foreign driver license allows you to drive without a supervising driver. You can drive on any street, road, highway, bridge, or tunnel, except in a DMV road test area.
No, I'm actually from England. So my license is printed in English.
I have a problem on which I need your advice. I haven't received my health card for veterans in the mail and I fear it might have gotten lost.
Has it been more than 10 days since you've had your picture taken and you haven't received your card yet?
Yes,I haven't received anything.
In that case, please call the VA medical center where you had your picture taken, or call us at 877-222-8387.
During which times can I call you?
We're here Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET.
Great. So what should I do, once I reported that my card is lost?
You can request a replacement card at the VA medical center where you had your picture taken. You'll need to bring your driver's license, passport, or other government ID or be able to answer a series of challenge questions so we can verify your identity before we give you a new card.
Have you changed your medical center since getting your original card?
No, I'm still at the same center as before.
Look, I'd love to do this over the phone but I'm hard of hearing. Do you have a number for that?
Of course. Simply call TTY: 711.
Will do, let me write down that number. One more question, if I may. I have never used my card, what can I use it for?
You'll use your Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC) to check in to your appointments at VA medical centers. This secure ID card keeps your personal information safe while giving us the information we need to easily access your VA health record.
Hello there. How are you doing? I came here because I wanted to find out more about the entry of addresses for DMV records.
Of course. You should know that New York State law requires you to report a change of residence to the DMV within 10 days.
Did you submit a mailing address change online , and do you NOT have a residence address on file with the DMV?
No, I do have a residence address on file.
I've already gone through the basics. My questions are a bit more specific than that. For example, where do I find the number of a document?
The document number is 8 or 10 characters, and is printed on the lower right corner of your DMV photo document, or on the back for documents issues after January 29, 2014. The 8 character format is all numeric.
Good to know. I was also asked for my SSN, why is that?
Entering the last 4 digits of your SSN is used only to help identify you for the transaction.
What if I already have a residence address on file with the DMV?
In that case you are not required to change it when you change your mailing address, but you can change the residence address if you want to.
OK. And what should I do for bulk manual orders for public or private organizations?
Simply use the online DMV Manual Order transaction. For public organizations there is no fee for bulk orders. For private organizations there is a charge of $ 1.00 per manual for bulk orders and a minimum order of 25 manuals.
My plates have been stolen. Can you please tell me what steps to take? I'm very concerned and don't know what to do.
Of course. First you must surrender the vehicle registration to the DMV.
Are two of your vehicle plates lost, stolen or destroyed?
Yes, both plates have been stolen.
In that case you need to notify the police, and ask the police to complete a police report. Bring the police report to a DMV office to surrender the vehicle registration.
Wha should I do if my vehicle was stolen?
Your insurance company will: 1) give you 2 barcoded original NY State Insurance ID cards or provide you with access to your digital electronic NY State Insurance ID Card 2) send an electronic notice of insurance coverage to the DMV (your insurance agent or broker cannot file this notice) Your NY State Insurance ID cards and the electronic notice together verify your coverage. We need both. For more information about stolen and recovered vehicles you can visit our website.
Would you like to know what other acceptable proofs are there?
For other acceptable proofs see Proofs of Identity for Registration and Title (ID-82) on our website.
What if my plates were lost or destroyed?
Then you will need to pay for the new plates, and a fee of $ 3.75 to issue a new registration. The fee for plates are $ 25 for a set of 2 plates.
I see. And how can I get new plates to replace the lost ones?
You may request a new set of plates at a DMV office, provided you bring the required documents with you.
Hello, I would like to know about Social Security Credits
of course You must obtain at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work and pay Social Security taxes.
and can you please indicate the number of credits needed for survivors benefits?
The number of credits needed for family members to be eligible for survivor benefits depends on their age when they die. The younger you are, the less credits needed.
Are you already receiving retirement or disability benefits at the time of your family member's death?
Si ya estoy recibiendo beneficios de jubilación
If you are already receiving retirement or disability benefits at the time of your death, we will pay your survivors based on that right. We will not have to determine your credits again.
If the person was born after 1928, how much credit does she need?
you need 40 credits to qualify for retirement.
can profit change?
The amount of earnings needed to obtain a credit may change each year. In 2020, you earn a Social Security or Medicare credit for every $ 1,410 in covered earnings each year. You must earn $ 5,640 to earn a maximum of four credits per year.
and what requirements do I need to meet to be eligible for disability benefits?
The number of credits needed to complete the recent work test depends on your age. The rules are as follows
I need to know if I have to get insurance to register my vehicle.
Yes, this is a requirement to register a vehicle in New York, you have to have auto liability insurance.
Will the DMV accept a fax of my Insurance identification card?
Yes, but make sure it's clearly legible. If the DMV barcode reader can't scan the barcode your card will be rejected.
How much last the registration for a motorcycle?
It lasts for 1 year.
Do the names on my vehicle registration application and insurance identification card have to match?
Yes, the names must be the same in both documents.
will the insurance company give insurance proof after getting the insurance?
yes, the insurance company will issue proof of insurance in two ways.
Good afternoon. I'm looking for information related to disability programs.
OK, no problem. We can help you with information related to the VA disability rating and what to do next.
Do you receive any benefit right now?
Very kind of you. Thank you. No right now I don't receive any benefit, but I would like to know more about it.
I would like to know how can I get access to this help program.
You need to prepare a VA disability file, so you can send it.
What happens if I get divorced or something?
In that case, you need to see how you can remove any dependent from your VA disability benefits.
It's there any kind of nursing help or something for veterans?
Yes, there are. We can help you through the VA nursing homes and the health care homes.
How can I apply for that?
We can provide you all the information you might need.
I can receive any tax reduction as a veteran under your program?
Thee is a monthly tax-free payment to veterans who got sick or injured during their service.
can you give me details of More information about VA mental health services
you don t qualify for VA health care
you may still be able to get certain health care services , like care for needs linked to military sexual trauma
How do I contact the SAMHSA National Helpline?
Call 1800 - 662-HELP 800 - 662 - 4357Learn more about the helpline
If I have hearing loss, who do I call?
If you have hearing loss , [140] call TTY : 800 - 877 - 8339 . We re here Monday through Friday , 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
if I don't qualify for VA health care
if you don t qualify for VA health care
how do i contact a licensed psychologist or social worker
Contact Coaching into Care onlinesOr call 888 - 823 - 7458 , Monday through Friday , 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
How can I use the benefits planner?
Social Security can give you, your spouse,, and other eligible family members with benefits.
Can my spouse get benefits?
Your spouse or divorced spouse can get benefits under Social Security.
Is there a way to estimate survivor benefits?
You can use one of our benefit calculators to estimate future retirement, disability, and survivors benefits.
What if I want to apply for benefits online?
Do you want to apply for benefits online?
Yes, I want to apply for benefits online.
You can complete your application online.  You will need to agree to terms of service and create a log in.
What happens if you are a spouse or divorced spouse of a retired or disabled worker?
You can fill out your application for monthly benefits or just Medicare online within 3 months of age 62 or older.
I have received a TVB ticket. Can you please explain what steps I have to take to answer it?
You can answer most TVB tickets online. You can either schedule a hearing for the traffic ticket, or you can pay the fine and surcharge with your credit card.
No, but I do have some other questions.
So, you said that I can answer my TVB ticket online, correct?
Yes, you can answer most TVB tickets online.
Would you like to answer your ticket by mail?
Sure, that is a valid option for me.
To do so, enter your plea on the ticket and include the appropriate fee if pleading guilty.
What if I want to answer a ticket for a violation that results in 5 points?
In that case you need to contact the court directly.
There is an issue with the automotive business Smith automotive
Did you alredy file a claim?
I have yet to do so
First we suggest to resolve the issue with the management
Ok, so sorry to hear that. you must submit a Vehicle Safety Complaint Report PDF [ 2 ] VS-35 along with any supporting documents to the DMV Consumer & Facilities Services Complaint Unit .
download the complaint report available at the link above to your personal device .
Will copies of them work?
Copies of work orders and invoices are proof of your attempts to resolve the problem .2
can I email them?
Attach and then email the completed report as well as any supporting documents to
What is the new york lemon law?
please see Lemon Law Complaints
Can you tell me if death benefits are available through Social Security?
Yes, a one time payment of $255 could be paid to the surviving spouse if living with the deceased or was receiving certain benefits.
Is there no surviving spouse?
Yes, I would be the surviving spouse.
Then the payment would be made to a child that is eligible for benefits on the deceased records.
Can you tell me what family members may be eligible?
Do you have a stepchild, grandchild, step grandchild, or adopted child could be eligible.
Yes, I do have a child that is would be eligible.
Were there parents dependent on the deceased?
Then they are not eligible.
What if I already get benefits as a spouse?
Actually, you benefit will automatically change over to survivors benefits once we receive the report of death.
What happens if I am convicted of an alcohol or drug-related violation in New York State?
Have you been convicted of an alcohol or drug driving related offense?
your license or privilege to drive in New York State will be revoked or suspended. However, you may be eligible for a conditional license or a conditional driving privilege if you participate in New York State s Impaired Driver Program IDP previously known as Drinking Driving Program DDP or an approved out - of - state program
What happens if I am probation for this offense?
you must bring written permission from the sentencing court , or your probation officer , that allows you to apply for a license
What happens if I have a continuation?
Your suspension or revocation will begin 20 days after sentencing
I have a DWI, what happens then?
You will be required to pay a driver responsibility assessment each year for the next three years
What happens if I am convicted of driving under suspension or revocation?
You may be fined and you may be sentenced to jail and/or probation. In addition the police may impound the vehicle you were driving when arrested
What's the difference between DDP and IDP?
They are the same thing, the terms are used interchangeably.
Can I eventually go back to work if I'm receiving disability benefits?
Most people do prefer to work instead of getting staying with a disability benefit. Is that your case?
Not really, but I'm just curious about it.
For how long can I continue to get the disability benefits?
In most cases, for as long as you are disabled.
You could stop getting the benefits under certain circumstances, like if your health improves to the point that you are no longer considered disabled and can go back to work.
Can you recommend me publications to read more about disability beneftis?
Yes sure. You can read the publications Disability Beneftis, What you Need to Know When you Get Social Security and How we Decide if you Still Have a Qualifying Disability.
And about Social Security work incentives?
You can read Working While Disabled and How We Can Help.
how do I file a complaint on my school's financial aid office?
no, not overall maybe they are but I think they messed my aid up
what if I think they may have given some of my aid to someone else?
I can link you to a page where you can Learn about identity theft and how to report it to our Office of Inspector General Hotline
can I just file a complaint because they didn't follow policy and they messed up what I should be getting?
Yes, you can submit a complaint if you feel that your school calculated your eligibility for federal student grants, loans, or work-study incorrectly
am I right to assume I am dealing with the school when they give out aid or is it run by the federal government?
Your college or career school not the U.S. Department of Education will distribute your financial aid.
Do you also have info on how to apply for army ROTC scholarships?
You can call 1-888-550-ARMY or visit the Army ROTC web page to get application packets or more information about eligibility
Hello I need information about Veterans Burial, I want to know what happens if I do not qualify for Burial Benefits
If that is your case, we will send you a denial decision letter explaining the reasons or the basis for our denial. We will also send you a form called Your Rights to Seek Additional Review of our VA Form 20 - 0998 decision along with your denial letter. This form explains your rights to appeal or request another review, and how to present more evidence.
want to know how much time do you have to appeal the decision or request another review?
yes, could you please inform me
good all Depends on the option you use to request a review or appeal. Each option has a different time requirement.
ok thanks for the info, and if i qualify for this benefit what should i expect from the folder they send me?
Your folder will include: s   A letter informing you if you can be buried in a VA national cemetery. This is called your pre-need decision letter.
Yes, personal circumstances and laws can change previous eligibility decisions. We will make the final decision as to whether you qualify for burial at the time of need.
where can i update my information?
You can update your information at any time. Call our toll free hotline at 877 - 222 - 8387. We are here Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. at 8:00 p.m. to help her in whatever she needs
What must my family members do to request my burial at the time of need?
At the time of need, the person organizing your burial should call the National Cemetery Programming Office at 800 - 535 - 1117 to request a burial. They will need your pre-need eligibility determination letter at that time.
Yes, I have read that.
Then you should know that the SSA calculates and returns to the U.S. Department of Education the Department the mean and median annual earnings of a cohort of students who completed the GE program during a specified cohort period.
Oh, so the SSA calculates the sum?
What other information does the data spreadsheet contain?
Information on the Debt to Earnings data spreadsheet includes institution information, program information, D/E Annual Earnings Rates and D/E Discretionary Income Rates including transitional rates for relevant programs with the numbers used to calculate those rates, earnings data, and program appeal status.
What about the discretionary income rate?
Rates less than or equal to 20 % are passing rates, rates greater than 20 % but less than or equal to 30 % are zone rates, and rates greater than 30 % are failing rates.
Good afternoon, I'm looking for some information about the Benefits planner.
Sure. It's something available to you and other family members by Social Security in certain event or circumstances.
I see. So, any of member under my family can be provided with those benefits?
That's right. Any from your spouse, to other eligible family members.
That kind of benefits apply when i retire, isn't?
Correct. Plus, you can apply for those in cases when you get disabled or death occurs.
Umm, i would prefer to avoid that last one, but is good to know the criteria. Say, what can i do if i already have a significant amount of Social Security credits, allowing me to qualify?
If you have those, you can proceed and use our retirement estimator for a personalized estimate of your retirement benefits. The estimator is instant, and you can use different dates and ages for a better retirement date.
And if happens that i don't have enough points? What do i do?
Then you can go and use one of our benefit calculator, so you can estimate your future retirement, disability or survivor benefits.
These things can be completed using the computer, right?
Are you goind to try it online?
No, i'm only curious about it.
In any cse, you would be willing to do that process, even if we are not able to process your request?
Good. An don't worry, if we are unable to do that, will send you information to contact us.
Do you want to know how to update your address on your license, permit or identification, vehicle registration and title?
you want to know how is the process Online through MyDMV
To change the address on your license , permit , non - driver ID and/or registration , you will need the ID number and document number from your New York State
you lost your document , renewed or ordered a new one recently and have not received it in the mail yet?
can you give me details of At a DMV office
Unless you need to change your name or you want a new photo on your license or non - driver ID
To change your license , permit , non - driver ID and/or the address on your registration , mail a completed Address Change pdf [ 4 ] MV-232 form to
I need help from someone
Are you a Veteran in a mental health crisis and thinking about hurting yourself or do you know a Veteran who is considering hurting him or herself?
It is me
Okay, you are not alone and we can get you help
do you have a phone number I can call if I'm hearing disabled?
You can call TTY: 800-799-4889
Do you have any information I can read online for someone that just came home from the service?
You can visit the Coaching Into Care website
if I call in or walk in who can I talk to?
You can talk to our Veterans Crisis Line responders.  Many of them are Veterans and they can provide free confidential help 24/7.
Do you have a program that will provide help as I need it?
Do you want ongoing support from VA to get your life back on track?
Okay, our specially trained suicide prevention coordinators can help you get the counseling and services you need.  We also have Vet Centers that can help you and your family readjust to life at home after you have returned from serving in a combat zone.  and our Veterans Benefits Administration offices can help you access benefits
What if a person has a security freeze on their credit report?
does that apply to you
If you have a security freeze , fraud alert , or both on your credit repor
who reinstates it?
the Identity Services Provider mayautomatically reinstate it after your temporary lift expires
Can I get more security alerts?
For more information on security freezes and fraud alerts , [18] read the Federal Trade Commission s Credit Freeze FAQs .
can I share my account with someone?
No it can only be used by you
how do I create an account?
To create a my Social Security account , [3] you ll be askedto :s Verify your identity by providing personal information about yourself and answering questions thatonly you are likely to know
Can anyone apply for retirement benefits online?
You can apply online for retirement benefits or benefits as a spouse.
How do I know if there is a problem with my online application?
You will get a message that tells you there is a problem and what actually caused it.
What do I need to do about Medicare?
You can still use if you all ready have Medicare?
No I don't have Medicare.
What other things should I think about before making my decision?
You need to read other things to consider for information on when to take your benefits.
Is there a Social Security online retirement application that I can complete?
Yes, social security offers an online application you can complete in as little as 15 minutes because it is so easy.
Hello. Good day. What can I do if my vehicle complies with the california emissions standard but I don't have the MCO?
No problem. Have you tried to certificate it by your own or with your automobile dealer?
No, I have not done that yet.
Is there any problem if the vehicle was registered to me in another state, while I was living there?
There won't be any kind of problem, as long as it get the exempt from the california emission standard.
So, I won't have any problem with the NY state standards?
That's right. But you still need to know it is subject to the NY State safety and emissions inspection requirement.
On which case my vehicle must comply with the california emissions standard?
Your vehicle must comply with the california emissions standard if it has less than 7,500 miles on the odometer and is a model year of 1996 or newer passenger vehicle.
O.K., but what information do I need to look to be sure that my vehicle meets the standards?
You just need to check  for the manufacturer's certificate of origin and the emission label under the hood.
Alright. And what I need to look for there?
You need to look for a confirmation that your vehicle conforms to U.S. EPA and california regulations applicable to the vehicle model.
what do I need to know about loans to pay for school?
Make sure you understand your options and responsibilities when it comes to federal student loans.
You might be offered loans as part of your school's financial aid offer
who gives us the loan?
They can come from the federal government, from private sources such as a bank or financial institution, or from other organizations.
do you have something I can look at to see the loan types?
You can look at Federal Student Loan Programs, it lists federal student loan programs with loan details.
what is something I should do when looking at loans?
You need to understand the terms of your loan.
Do you still have Federal Perkins loans?
The authority for schools to make new Federal Perkins Loans ended on Sept. 30, 2017.
What do I need to know about getting a VA home loan for surviving spouses?
Do you want to get a VA-backed home loan as the surviving spouse of a Veteran?
No, I do not want to get a VA backed home loan as the surviving spouse of a Veteran.
What needs to be true for me to get a COE?
Is the Vetern missing in action?
Yes, the Veteran is missing in action.
Then you are able for you to get a COE
You may be able to get a COE if you are the spouse of a Veteran and at least one more thing is true.
What if i am receiving DIC benefits?
You will need to fill out a Request for Determination of Loan Guaranty Eligibility Unmarried Surviving Spouses VA Form 26-1817 and you can download it.
How do I change information on a card for a foreign born U.S. citizen child?
For what reason do you want to change the child's name on the card?
I don't need to change her name but something else on the card?
Is  your child working?
No she is not working.
Has your child's name been changed?
No she name has not changed.
What happens if I don't have all the original documents that are required for the change?
If you don't have the documents we will ask to see other document eg an employee identification card.
Do documents have to be current?
Yes we do not accept documents that have expired.
Are there a number of different documents that I will need?
An identity document in your child's prior name as shown in our records. We will accept an identity document in your child's old name that has expired.
What do i need to know about VA health benefits?
Yes, I qualify for VA healthcare.
Since you qualify for VA health care then you will receive coverage for the services you need to help you stay and get healthy.
What must be true to fill a non-VA community provider prescription?
Are you enrolled in VA health care?
No, I do not have a primary care provider assigned from the VA
Then you cannot have a non-VA community provider prescription filled at this time.
How can I get this non-VA community provider prescription filled then?
You can get the non-VA community provider prescription filled if you meet all the requirements.
Is it possible to learn more about priority groups?
Yes, you can learn more about the priority groups on the site.
A person should apply for benefits as soon as they become disabled.
Are you currently disabled and ready to apply for benefits?
Yes, I'm ready to apply.
Do you happen to have a hearing disability?
Yes, I'm deaf.
For those with hearing impairements, you can call 1-800-325-0778. You can also visit your local Social Security office.
Can I apply right now?
Since you are disabled, you can apply right away.
What if I'm inquiring about benefits for someone other than myself?
Please read about what you need for this.
What if I don't have all the documents I need to apply?
Don't delay applying for benefits. We can help you obtain the documents you need.
What if I don't have enough work credits to obtain Social Security disability benefits?
In this case, you may still qualify for SSI if you have limited income and resources.
Can I call my local Social Security office for help with applying?
Yes. You can call or simply visit your local Social Security office for assistance.
are they going to add fees to my loan if a debt collector gets involved?
Have you defaulted on a federal student loan?
not yet but you know
who do I talk to about wage garnishment or avoiding it?
You can contact your loan holder.
what happens when the debt collector gets involved?
If your loan is placed with a collection agency, you will be responsible for costs incurred by your loan holder to get payment. These costs amount to 17.92% of your loan amount if your loan is held by ED. Other loan holders may charge a different amount.
will they let me know before they pass my loan on to someone else to collect?
Yes, they will let you know. Before a defaulted loan is placed with a private collection agency, you will get an explanation on what you can do to avoid both the assignment to a private collection agency and the reporting of default status to credit agencies.
are these people that offer to help me with the loan for a fee any good?
You should Contact the Default Resolution Group if you are contacted by a company asking you to pay to help you get out of default.
I am thinking of delaying my retirement benefits but I have a few questions about it before I decision, can you help me please?
No I have not but will in six months time.
I need additional information about when to start my retirement benefits, can  you supply this info for me?
Do  you need information about when it is the best time to start your retirement benefits?
No I don;t need info about that.
Are you needing information about early or late retirement?
Yes I am not certain if it is best to start with early retirement or wait a while and start retirement at a later date.
I can supply you with retirement information for Medicare Beneficiaries which will help you decide what is best for you.
At what age should I sign up for Medicare?
You should sign up for Medicare at age 65.
If you did not qualify for burial benefits
We ll send you a denial decision letter explaining the reasons or basis of our denial .s   [66] We ll also send you a form called Your Rights to Seek Further Review of Our Decision VA Form 20 - 0998 along with your denial letter. This form explains your rights to appeal or to request another review , and how to submit more evidence
Do you want to know how much time do you have to appeal the decision or request another review?
It depends on which option you use to request a review or to appeal . Each option has a different time requirement
If you qualify for funeral benefits what should the folder have?
Your folder will include A letter telling you if you can be buried in a VA national cemetery . This is called your pre - need decision letter
How to update my information
You can update your information at any time . Call our toll - free hotline at 877 - 222 - 8387 .s   [85] We re here Monday through Friday , 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m
Can my family member or authorized representative still apply for my burial in a VA national cemetery at the time of need?
Yes. Laws and personal circumstances may change earlier eligibility decisions . We ll make the final decision of whether you qualify for burial at the time of need .
What if I change my mind and don t want to be buried in a VA national cemetery?
Your family members can make arrangements for your burial at a private cemetery even if we ve already sent you a pre - need decision letter . There s no need to contact VA about this change of plans .
How much time do I have to appeal the decision or request another review?
See time requirements for each type of claim appeal and reviewLearn how to file your claim using VA Form 20 - 0998
I'm having trouble with your MyDMV site.
Are you being redirected to that page from somewhere else?
What do I do when it says my username is not correct?
Yes that happens sometimes.
Is there a way to get out of this infernal loop?
Yes you can use this link to clear out your sign in information from our system. It should stop you from being redirected to the Welcome to MyDMV page.
Wouldn't it be easier if I could sign in using my personal NY government account?
As it so happens, New York State keeps your personal identity separate from your government employee identity. Therefore, you will need to create a personal account with a different username than the one you use for work.
Is there more information about this MyDMV service?
Yes click on this MyDMV link here.
What happens if I forget my password?
You can use the tool to have your username which might be your email address emailed to you. In this instance, you will need to enter your name and email address.
Where should I begin?
You Can Apply online For Retirement Benefits Or Medicare
that does not apply to me
ok thanks for the response. Would you like to apply online?
would you like to know other websites?
what do I need when I apply?
When You Apply  Please be ready to supply the information we need to approve your application for these benefits :
what if I am divorced?
So you are divorced, correct?
How doI apply?
You can apply online for Medicare even if you are not ready to retire .
Can I apply for both?
When you apply for Medicare ,you can sign up for Part A Hospital Insurance and Part B Medical Insurance
what happens when I finish?
When you are finished  just select Submit Now to send your application to Social Security .
Am I eligible at 65?
your initial enrollment period begins three months before your 65th birthday , includes the month you turn age 65 , and ends three months after that birthday
What is medicare?
Medicare is our country s health insurance program for people age 65 or older
what happens after I apply?
Once we receive your application  we wills   Review your application and contact you if we need more information or if we need to see your documents
How do I apply to medicare?
do you have an online account?
ok great just log into the account
does that answer your questions?
what is medicare?
Medicare is our country s health insurance program for people age 65 or older .
Why apply for Medicare online?
You can: Avoid trips to your Social Security Office , saving you time and money
Once we receive your application we wills  Review your application and contact you if we need more information or if we need to see your documents ;
Can you please explain the MyDMV website to me? I just signed in and I have some questions about it.
Of course. Have you been redirected to the 'Welcome to MyDMV' page ?
But my wife had this issue before. Is there a solution for it?
Yes, you can use this link to clear out your sign in information from our system. This will stop you from being redirected to the Welcome to MyDMV page.
Alright. What if I never created such an account before?
Then you can use the sign up link on our website to create one.
What can I do if I forget my password?
You can use the tool to have your username (your username might be your email address) emailed to you. You will need to enter your name and email address.
That's good to know. What if I already created a MyDMV account?
Then you can go to the "Forgot your Username?" tool to get a list of all of your NY.gov ID usernames.
Hello, can you give me some information about federal student aid resources?
Of course. A section of the IT Standards Library includes documents that are specific to the Federal Student Aid IT lifecycle for all projects and lists other pertinent references that an IT project may be required to comply with dependent on the contract.
Would you like me to tell you about some general references?
We have the Lifecycle Management Methodology, for example.
Sounds great. What about IT security?
We also offer some IT Security documents used by FSA.
Are there any other useful resources?
Well, there is the Office of Management and Budget Resources.
And that lifecycle management methodology you mentioned before? What is does that entail?
The Lifecycle Management Methodology comprises a comprehensive process for managing information technology projects from vision to retirement. The methodology is composed of eight distinct stages, each of which guides project managers through the LMM process by identifying a core/minimum set of deliverables to be created in order to ensure a project 's viability.
That's very interesting. And what can you tell me about program QA?
We have the Production Readiness Review PRR Process.
Hi there. I would like to have some information related about how to appeal a credit decision.
Great, thanks. I want to know what can I do now.
Sure, no problem. Do you have contact with a endorser?
You know the endorser can not be the student by self?
Yes, I have that very clear.
Alright. So, you need to know that you may still be eligible to receive a direct plus loan.
Alright, I have to bring proof of some kind of extenuating circunstances?
Sure, you can bring proof, for example, is your mortgage was fully paid.
Great. Which other proof are accepted?
Also is accepted divorce.
How do I request a Higher-Level Review?
Do you want to know the details of requesting a Higher Level Review?
fill out the Decision Review Request : Higher - Level Review VA Form 20 - 0996 . Download VA Form 20 - 0996 PDF
what are loan guarantees
Please refer to yourdecision for instructionson how to submit theform
Do you want to request a form?
what are the types of benefits?
The most common benefit type is compensation , but if you re unsure , check your VA decision . You can t select multiple benefit types