Similarly, if you find yourself denied your existing government assistance, it may be a sign that a fraudster is abusing your Social Security number. You can find information about your benefits claims and any changes to your entitlements in Social Security Statements delivered in the mail, or y...
You can't freeze your Social Security number. But you can protect your data by freezing your credit or creating a my Social Security account.
Allegations of Social Security scamsincreased nearly 62%in the quarter ended June 23 compared with the year-earlier quarter, according to the Social Security Administration Office of the Inspector General. The most common tactic is simple: Scammers say they’re with the Social Security Admini...
In the past, we've warned you of scammers who are trying to steal your Social Security number (SSN). When that happens your SSN could be suspended. Sometimes, the scammers will need you to confirm your number to reactivate it. They'll tell you different lies in order to gain your SSN...
Social Security Legally Declares Texas Woman Dead While She's Still Alive Imagine living to be more than 70 years and learning the government has it on record that you've passed away... while you're still living. Nov 11, 2019 Latest Phone Scam Targets Residents As Social Security Administrat...
A Social Security number (SSN) is a nine-digit unique identifier. Originally developed by the Social Security Administration in the 1930s as a way to track income—and benefits—over a lifetime, the SSN is now used in various contexts, including by scammers. ...
With just your main email address or phone number, scammers can find any leaked passwords, credit card numbers, or even your Social Security number (SSN). 5. Privacy “loopholes” exposing your sensitive information Social media companies regularly change their policies and features — and some...
In the last three months alone, the Social Security Administration reports they've gotten nearly 115,000 complaints. Machel and Kyle Anderson became victims of a scam after getting a phone call in December. Machel said she was told her Social Security number had been compromised and had b...
For one 62-year-old woman, scammers targeted her with a phone call claiming to be from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and threatened her with jail time if she didn’t hand over her SSN and bank account number [*]. Luckily, the woman didn’t fall for the scam. But the scar...
Scammers will try anything to convince you to share your Social Security number. Here are some common SSN scams: Seemingly helpful phone calls offering a record or report of your Social Security payments and a projection of future income if you confirm your SSN. ...