Your Social Security number is the key that unlocks your credit, your job history, and much of your financial life, which is why having it exposed can feel like a five-alarm fire. Yet even in serious ...

Q: A few years ago, I lost my Social Security card. Now my credit report shows that someone might be using my Social Security number. I am afraid they might ruin my credit. What should I do? A: ...

Identity theft is becoming more common as scammers target more and more Americans each year. It can be stressful to consider what could happen if cyber criminals manage to access your Social Security ...

An error in your Social Security earnings record could permanently reduce your benefits. Learn how to check your record ...

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