Month: January 2025
Get Your Social Security Benefit Statement (SSA-1099)
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Tax season is here, and we’ve made replacing your annual Benefit Statement easier. There’s no need to wait on the phone or make an appointment to visit a Social Security office. The Social Security Benefit Statement is also known as the SSA-1099 or the SSA-1042S. It is a tax form we mail to you every […]
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Learn How to Protect Your Identity During Identity Theft Awareness Week
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Has someone misused your Social Security number or other personal information to open new credit cards or utility accounts? Steal your tax refund? File fake health insurance claims? Pretend to be you when stopped by law enforcement? These are all examples of identity theft. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) received more than 1 million reports […]
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You May Be Eligible for SSI and Social Security Benefits
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This is Part 1 of our ongoing series about our disability programs. You may be able to get Supplemental Security Income (SSI) even if you already receive Social Security benefits. About 2.5 million adults and children get SSI and Social Security at the same time. We pay Social Security benefits to workers and their eligible […]
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A Faster and More Convenient Way to Request a Social Security Number and Card
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Do you need an original Social Security number or a replacement Social Security card? We offer a faster and more convenient way for you to start – and possibly finish – the application online. When you visit our Social Security number and card page, we’ll ask you a few questions to determine the best way […]
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Resolve to Protect Yourself From Scams This Year
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In 2025, let’s make protecting ourselves against scams a top priority. In this article, we are sharing best practices and resources to help you protect your personal information! Safeguard your social media profiles Take some time to review the privacy settings on your social media platforms and limit the amount of personal information you share […]
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