The Social Security Administration (SSA) is warning that many people could face disruptions to their benefits if they don’t meet certain requirements.
To avoid issues, recipients need to take steps to ensure they can access their payments.
The most important step is making sure that all personal information, such as address, marital status, and employment status, is accurate and up to date.
If the SSA has incorrect information, payments could be delayed, sent to the wrong place, or even stopped altogether.
Recipients are advised to log in to their Social Security account on the official website to confirm that their details are correct.
Additionally, all recipients must report their income accurately. The SSA has strict reporting guidelines, and if recipients earn more than they report, their payments could be reduced or suspended.
Incorrect reporting could also lead to overpayments, which the recipient would be required to repay in full.
Concerns about overpayments are increasing. The SSA recently reinstated a policy requiring recipients to pay back up to 100% of any incorrect payments.
Although less than 1% of SSA’s total payments are classified as “improper,” that still amounts to billions of dollars each year. Experts estimate that the SSA overpays about $9 billion annually.
Recipients must also comply with residency verification checks. The SSA requires that beneficiaries live at their registered address.
If there is a discrepancy, payments may be suspended until the issue is resolved. Recipients are urged to keep their address current and respond promptly to any SSA inquiries.
The final Social Security payments for this month, worth up to $5,108, were sent out this week. Some recipients may also receive a retroactive bonus due to a recent change in Social Security law.
Social Security payments follow a staggered schedule based on birth dates:
- Second Wednesday: For those born between the 1st and 10th of the month
- Third Wednesday: For those born between the 11th and 20th
- Fourth Wednesday: For those born between the 21st and 31st
Those born between the 11th and 20th of the month will receive their payments on March 12. The exact amount depends on factors like earnings history and retirement age.
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