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Some Social Security helpline functions disconnected. How it affects you or your parents
Seniors can no longer change their direct-deposit information over the phone and confusion reigns about what other functions have been disconnected.
Social Security rule reversals, office -2-
Social Security does not contact individuals about suspended numbers or ask for immediate payment, the SSA said. It will also not threaten to arrest an individual, ask for credit-card or debt-card ...
Social Security rule reversals, office closures, cost cuts: Here’s what’s happening now
A Social Security “war room,” threats to shut the agency, worker buyouts and a restraining order — here’s a timeline of what ...
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Savvy Senior: Navigating Social Security as it downsizes
If you can’t conduct your Social Security business online or you need some extra help, you can also get phone assistance by ...
Social Security implements anti-fraud measures for telephone claims. Here's what to know
The Social Security Administration recently implemented anti-fraud measures for telephone claims. Here's what that means for ...
Social Security’s new anti-fraud measures start Monday. Here’s what to know
Social Security is implementing anti-fraud measures requiring flagged applicants to verify their identity in person ...
Social Security’s much-revised rules for phone claims take effect; What you need know
New anti-fraud checks will be performed on all phone claims beginning Monday, April 14. Any potential regularities could ...
Social Security myths on social media? What you need to know before paper checks end
Only a small group of people get their Social Security payments by paper check, but that's set to end. What you should know ...