Scammers
Scam Alert: Don’t Fall for This
The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) of Social Security has issued an urgent alert to be wary of any contact which appears to be from the OIG and seeks to convince you that your Social Security Number (SSN) has…
Another day, another Social Security scam
Did you receive a personalized letter signed by Chief Justice John Robetrs and Associate Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor? If so, it is a scam according to the Social Security Administration’s office of the Inspector General. The letter warns the…
Is your money safe from criminals
Seniors lost nearly $4.8 billion in 2024 after falling victim to scams, according to a recent FBI report. Older Americans made up the majority of victims of investment fraud. Criminals know retirement funds usually contain a large amount of money,…
Two Announcements from the Social Security Administration
First, if you created your My Social Security login account before September 18, 2021, you will need to transition to a login.gov account before the end of the year or you will no longer be able to access your information.…
Ways to Safeguard your Social Security Account against Scammers
When someone uses your personal information for their own benefit identity theft has occurred. Josh Weller, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Denver CO, explains how to avoid this situation in this article published by The Sundance Times on July…
Handling Social Security Fraudsters
Knowing how to spot a scam is very important, as scammers are always coming up with new angles. You may be contacted by someone claiming to be from Social Security who is just fishing for personal information. It never hurts…
How scammers try to steal your Social Security Number
Do you know what is one of the fastest-growing crimes in America? Correct its identity theft, topping the list of consumer fraud reports filed with the FTC and other enforcement agencies. Your Social Security number is your identity. According to…