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Can My Child Get Social Security?

Find out what benefits your children can receive from your Social Security. More

Article | May 16, 2013

How Much Does Early Retirement Reduce Benefits?

Taking early retirement can reduce your Social Security benefits. Know these facts before making your decision. More

Article | May 1, 2013

Social Security for Employees

I run a small business and want to confirm that my employees are properly enrolled in Social Security. How can I do this? More

Article | April 26, 2013

What's the Ticket to Work Program?

How the Ticket to Work program helps people on disability who want to return to work. More

Article | April 26, 2013

Social Security in Other Languages

Social Security translators and publications in 15 languages are part of a broad effort to give individuals access to programs and services regardless of language barriers. More

Article | April 26, 2013

When Should I Start Benefits?

Every person can have a different "best age" for starting benefits. Here's how to decide the right time for you. More

Article | April 24, 2013

Report Social Security Fraud

If you suspect someone of claiming Social Security benefits they are not eligible for, you can report it to investigators online, by phone or mail. More

Article | April 22, 2013

Will a Layoff Reduce My Benefits?

Social Security benefit payments are tied to average lifetime earnings over the 35 years in which you earned the most. More

Article | April 22, 2013

If Benefits Are Withheld, Do You Get Them Back?

When Social Security benefits are withheld, you may have the right to get them back when you reach full retirement age. More

Article | April 10, 2013

What's That Code on My Medicare Card?

Understand what the various codes mean on your Medicare card. More

Article | April 10, 2013