By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist SSA.gov is your best resource to learn about Social Security programs and do business with us. Our website is designed to make it easy for you to find what you need. Here are our top 10 webpages: Remember, if you need information or want to do business with us, the first place to go to is our … Continue reading Social Security’s Top 10 Webpages for 2024
By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist More than 71 million Americans will see a 3.2% increase in their Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments in 2024. On average, Social Security retirement benefits will increase by more than $50 per month starting in January. Federal benefit rates increase when the cost-of-living rises, as measured by the Department of Labor’s Consumer Price … Continue reading Social Security Benefits Increase in 2024
By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Will Social Security be there when I retire? That’s the question we’re answering in the latest episode of our audio series, SSA Talks. Our Chief Actuary Steve Goss sheds light on our trust funds and how they relate to your future benefits. The 12-minute episode includes a fact sheet and transcript. The fact sheet provides more information … Continue reading SSA TALKS: WILL SOCIAL SECURITY BE THERE WHEN I RETIRE?
By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Questions and Answers Question: I usually get my benefit payment on the third of the month. But what if the third falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday? Will my payment be late? Answer: Just the opposite. Your payment should arrive early. For example, if you usually get your payment on the third of a month, but … Continue reading Social Security Q&A Part 43
By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the blessings we have in our lives and to share memories with our loved ones. We are thankful because we can provide you and your family with services, benefits, tools, and information to help you throughout life’s journey. Social Security is more than just a retirement program. We provide services … Continue reading Social Security is thankful to serve you
By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Most business owners are hyper-focused on growing their business and legacy. But at some point, they must consider a plan for retirement. That’s why it’s important for business owners to begin thinking about how Social Security fits into their retirement planning. Social Security benefits are part of the retirement plan of almost every American worker – including … Continue reading How business owners can make Social Security part of their retirement planning
By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist This year, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This law prohibits disability-related discrimination in programs that are run by federal agencies or receive federal funding. It also protects federal employees and contractors from discrimination. Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act requires that federal contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to recruit, hire, … Continue reading Celebrating 50 years of the Rehabilitation Act
By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Our Mobile Check-In Express feature makes it easier to check in if you must visit a Social Security office. To use Mobile Check-In Express, scan the QR code located at your local Social Security office. This will allow you to check in for: For Mobile Check-In Express to work, you must be at the Social Security office … Continue reading Save your place in line with Mobile Check-In Express
By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist When you retire, if you become disabled, or if someone you depend on dies— we are there when you need us. With your personal and secure my Social Security account, you can access your information, benefits, and important services from just about anywhere. Having a personal my Social Security account allows you to: If you already receive … Continue reading At home or on the go: Social Security is online
By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Questions and Answers Question: I worked for many years before I became disabled, but I didn’t have enough recent work to receive Social Security Disability (SSDI) payments I receive for SSI. Will I ever receive Social Security payments? Answer: It depends. If you have at least 40 quarters of coverage, you can be eligible for Social Security … Continue reading Social Security Q&A Part 42
