Over 2.5 million people in the United States receive Social Security benefits, and more become eligible each year. If you are eligible for benefits, here’s what you need to know to apply. Before ...

Applying for Social Security by phone can involve long wait times. If your account is flagged as a possible fraud risk, you may not be able to complete your application over the phone. Having all the ...

Understanding the difference between an SSN and ITIN is key to filing taxes correctly and avoiding mistakes that can delay your benefits.

A Social Security Number (SSN) is needed for employment in the United States. Students and scholars are eligible to apply if they are employed in the US or have been offered a job. If you are paid in ...

Many people are mentally ready to start receiving Social Security checks long before they become eligible for them at 62. But wanting checks and actually applying for them are two separate things. If ...

Timing can make a big difference when applying for Social Security benefits. While the application process is available year-round, certain days and times may lead to longer wait times, delayed ...

Applying early will shrink your checks by up to 30%, depending on how soon you do it. That can cost you tens of thousands of ...

WASHINGTON -- The Social Security Administration is again making changes to its policies on verifying the identity of applicants. According to CNN, the agency has decided to end a newly instituted ...

Pa., has introduced the Social Security Child Protection Act, which is aimed at safeguarding children from identity theft when their Social Security cards are lost or stolen.

Katharine Paljug is a financial writer and editor with over a decade of industry experience. Her writing has covered nearly every aspect of the financial world, from investing in forex to paying for ...

Errors in your earnings record could cause you to receive smaller checks than you deserve. Your claiming age has a significant effect on the size of your checks and your lifetime benefit. Having all ...