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Q: I own a business, but do not run it myself. Can I have still apply for social security benefits? A: The SSA defines the word disability as being unable to complete any substantial activity that will earn you a living. What is considered "substantial gainful activity" comes from the National Wage Index, which averages monthly wages across the board. The SSA considers an applicant to be working or employed at any time the that person "is the owner or part owner of a trade or business even if he or she does not actually work in the trade or business or receive any income from it. " The money your business makes may have an effect on your social security disability.