Scammers target Social Security recipients The money may come in the form of stimulus checks, additional unemployment benefits or extra tax refunds, and scammers are targeting these payments. “Social Security numbers do not get suspended.

Does Social Security call you to tell you about suspicious activity?

The SSA will never call you regarding your account, even if suspicious activity has been recorded. Additionally, you should never give any personal details to someone on the phone claiming to be a representative from the SSA.

How can I verify my Social Security number?

The Social Security Number Verification Service – This free online service allows registered users to verify that the names and Social Security numbers of hired employees match Social Security’s records.

What do the first three digits on a Social Security card mean?

The first three digits are the Area Number. Just like the area code of your phone number places your geographical origin, Area Numbers represent where in the United States the person holding the Social Security Number was either born or received their card. Numbers start small in the eastern part of the United States and go up as you head west.

What happens if someone else uses your Social Security number?

Nothing wrong with people getting jobs, of course, but if they are using your Social Security Number, it can cause untold confusion and issues with your taxes and your Social Security benefits. You could even LOSE your Social Security benefits – and that can be hundreds of thousands of dollars.

What to do if someone is using your Social Security card?

You have four things you need to do. You need to contact the Federal Trade Commission to report identity theft, contact the credit reference agencies to report the theft, contact the Social Security Administration, and contact your local police. The FTC is at 1-877-438-4338 or