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By Fuelman
25 Mar 2025 11:04 am in No Holds Barred Political Forum
25 Mar 2025 11:04 am
https://www.ssa.gov/news/identity-proof ... 8%2C9%2C14
I came across an article this morning that said people already collecting SS would have to go back through the identity process to continue receiving benefits and it had to be done by April 1st or you had to get an in person appointment.
That was enough for me to do a little checking up on this. Of course it's total ****, **** media!
Most everything can still be done on your MySocialSecurity account.
Most of your questions can be answered in the link.
I came across an article this morning that said people already collecting SS would have to go back through the identity process to continue receiving benefits and it had to be done by April 1st or you had to get an in person appointment.
That was enough for me to do a little checking up on this. Of course it's total ****, **** media!
Most everything can still be done on your MySocialSecurity account.
Most of your questions can be answered in the link.
25 Mar 2025 11:07 am
That link is pretty much worthless! (well now it works)
Why do I need to prove my identity?
Social Security is strengthening the process to prove identity related to direct deposit information. This applies to individuals who need to provide initial direct deposit information when applying for cash benefits and to someone already receiving benefits if they choose to later change their direct deposit information on our records. The easiest and most secure way is online with a personal my Social Security account. The public does not need to contact Social Security unless they need to change direct deposit information and cannot do it online. People will continue to receive their benefits and on schedule to the bank account information in Social Security’s records without needing to prove identity.
How do the new identity verification procedures protect me?
Bad actors use other people’s personal information, often found on the dark web, to steal people’s money and identity. That information makes it too easy for bad actors to get past antiquated knowledge-based questions. Using Social Security’s online services to prove identity or, if needed, in person, prevents bad actors from stealing current and future benefits.
Does everyone need to prove their identity with Social Security?
No. There is no need to contact Social Security to prove identity if not applying for cash benefits and if not changing direct deposit information. People will continue to receive their benefits and on schedule to the bank account information in Social Security’s records without needing to prove identity.
A secure – and most convenient – way to prove identity is with Social Security’s online services using a personal my Social Security account.
Individuals will need to provide in-person identification for certain internet, phone, and paper claims, including claims filed by third parties.
What services and benefits require me to prove my identity with Social Security?
Proving identity is only required when applying for cash benefits or to change direct deposit information. In-person verification of identity will only be required at a local Social Security office if unable to use Social Security’s online service with a personal my Social Security account. People receiving benefits also may change their banking information using automatic enrollment services with their bank without visiting a Social Security office. People receiving payment by paper checks must prove their identity before changing their mailing address.
Individuals will need to provide in-person identification for certain internet, phone, and paper claims, including claims filed by third parties.
People will continue to receive their benefits and on schedule to the bank account information or address (if receiving a paper check) in Social Security’s records without needing to prove identity.
Do I need to visit a Social Security office to prove my identity?
It depends. You don’t need to visit Social Security to prove your identity if you use a personal my Social Security account to apply for cash benefits or to change direct deposit information.
You do need to visit a Social Security office to prove your identity if you don’t create an account to apply for cash benefits or change direct deposit information, or to finish an application started on the telephone or if using a paper application, including claims filed by third parties.
There is no need to contact Social Security if you do not receive benefits. Also, people will continue to receive their benefits and on schedule to the bank account information in Social Security’s records without needing to prove identity.
Why do I need to prove my identity?
Social Security is strengthening the process to prove identity related to direct deposit information. This applies to individuals who need to provide initial direct deposit information when applying for cash benefits and to someone already receiving benefits if they choose to later change their direct deposit information on our records. The easiest and most secure way is online with a personal my Social Security account. The public does not need to contact Social Security unless they need to change direct deposit information and cannot do it online. People will continue to receive their benefits and on schedule to the bank account information in Social Security’s records without needing to prove identity.
How do the new identity verification procedures protect me?
Bad actors use other people’s personal information, often found on the dark web, to steal people’s money and identity. That information makes it too easy for bad actors to get past antiquated knowledge-based questions. Using Social Security’s online services to prove identity or, if needed, in person, prevents bad actors from stealing current and future benefits.
Does everyone need to prove their identity with Social Security?
No. There is no need to contact Social Security to prove identity if not applying for cash benefits and if not changing direct deposit information. People will continue to receive their benefits and on schedule to the bank account information in Social Security’s records without needing to prove identity.
A secure – and most convenient – way to prove identity is with Social Security’s online services using a personal my Social Security account.
Individuals will need to provide in-person identification for certain internet, phone, and paper claims, including claims filed by third parties.
What services and benefits require me to prove my identity with Social Security?
Proving identity is only required when applying for cash benefits or to change direct deposit information. In-person verification of identity will only be required at a local Social Security office if unable to use Social Security’s online service with a personal my Social Security account. People receiving benefits also may change their banking information using automatic enrollment services with their bank without visiting a Social Security office. People receiving payment by paper checks must prove their identity before changing their mailing address.
Individuals will need to provide in-person identification for certain internet, phone, and paper claims, including claims filed by third parties.
People will continue to receive their benefits and on schedule to the bank account information or address (if receiving a paper check) in Social Security’s records without needing to prove identity.
Do I need to visit a Social Security office to prove my identity?
It depends. You don’t need to visit Social Security to prove your identity if you use a personal my Social Security account to apply for cash benefits or to change direct deposit information.
You do need to visit a Social Security office to prove your identity if you don’t create an account to apply for cash benefits or change direct deposit information, or to finish an application started on the telephone or if using a paper application, including claims filed by third parties.
There is no need to contact Social Security if you do not receive benefits. Also, people will continue to receive their benefits and on schedule to the bank account information in Social Security’s records without needing to prove identity.
25 Mar 2025 3:58 pm
Whenever there’s an article or subject about money, you rush to it like a dog that hasn’t eaten in 5 days.Fuelman » 25 Mar 2025, 11:04 am » wrote: ↑ https://www.ssa.gov/news/identity-proof ... 8%2C9%2C14
I came across an article this morning that said people already collecting SS would have to go back through the identity process to continue receiving benefits and it had to be done by April 1st or you had to get an in person appointment.
That was enough for me to do a little checking up on this. Of course it's total ****, **** media!
Most everything can still be done on your MySocialSecurity account.
Most of your questions can be answered in the link.
25 Mar 2025 4:27 pm
when someone farts, you short it...LowIQTrash » 25 Mar 2025, 3:58 pm » wrote: ↑ Whenever there’s an article or subject about money, you rush to it like a dog that hasn’t eaten in 5 days.
JuCo 5 percenter...
“Show me the man and I’ll find you the crime”
LAVRENTIY BERIA
"Try to get past your passionate ignorance and learn to accept what actually happened."
brown's unheeded words of wisdom
25 Mar 2025 4:28 pm
I've always used my online account with text verification... I just switched to one of their log in services at their behest....works great...Fuelman » 25 Mar 2025, 11:07 am » wrote: ↑ That link is pretty much worthless! (well now it works)
Why do I need to prove my identity?
Social Security is strengthening the process to prove identity related to direct deposit information. This applies to individuals who need to provide initial direct deposit information when applying for cash benefits and to someone already receiving benefits if they choose to later change their direct deposit information on our records. The easiest and most secure way is online with a personal my Social Security account. The public does not need to contact Social Security unless they need to change direct deposit information and cannot do it online. People will continue to receive their benefits and on schedule to the bank account information in Social Security’s records without needing to prove identity.
How do the new identity verification procedures protect me?
Bad actors use other people’s personal information, often found on the dark web, to steal people’s money and identity. That information makes it too easy for bad actors to get past antiquated knowledge-based questions. Using Social Security’s online services to prove identity or, if needed, in person, prevents bad actors from stealing current and future benefits.
Does everyone need to prove their identity with Social Security?
No. There is no need to contact Social Security to prove identity if not applying for cash benefits and if not changing direct deposit information. People will continue to receive their benefits and on schedule to the bank account information in Social Security’s records without needing to prove identity.
A secure – and most convenient – way to prove identity is with Social Security’s online services using a personal my Social Security account.
Individuals will need to provide in-person identification for certain internet, phone, and paper claims, including claims filed by third parties.
What services and benefits require me to prove my identity with Social Security?
Proving identity is only required when applying for cash benefits or to change direct deposit information. In-person verification of identity will only be required at a local Social Security office if unable to use Social Security’s online service with a personal my Social Security account. People receiving benefits also may change their banking information using automatic enrollment services with their bank without visiting a Social Security office. People receiving payment by paper checks must prove their identity before changing their mailing address.
Individuals will need to provide in-person identification for certain internet, phone, and paper claims, including claims filed by third parties.
People will continue to receive their benefits and on schedule to the bank account information or address (if receiving a paper check) in Social Security’s records without needing to prove identity.
Do I need to visit a Social Security office to prove my identity?
It depends. You don’t need to visit Social Security to prove your identity if you use a personal my Social Security account to apply for cash benefits or to change direct deposit information.
You do need to visit a Social Security office to prove your identity if you don’t create an account to apply for cash benefits or change direct deposit information, or to finish an application started on the telephone or if using a paper application, including claims filed by third parties.
There is no need to contact Social Security if you do not receive benefits. Also, people will continue to receive their benefits and on schedule to the bank account information in Social Security’s records without needing to prove identity.
JuCo 5 percenter...
“Show me the man and I’ll find you the crime”
LAVRENTIY BERIA
"Try to get past your passionate ignorance and learn to accept what actually happened."
brown's unheeded words of wisdom
25 Mar 2025 5:16 pm
I've had an account for some time and tried to switch to the Login.gov . It told me that email address is already being used. Well duh, I already have an account.ROG62 » 25 Mar 2025, 4:28 pm » wrote: ↑ I've always used my online account with text verification... I just switched to one of their log in services at their behest....works great...
I'll try again in the future.
25 Mar 2025 5:21 pm
Inquiring minds need to know!LowIQTrash » 25 Mar 2025, 3:58 pm » wrote: ↑ Whenever there’s an article or subject about money, you rush to it like a dog that hasn’t eaten in 5 days.
When the Trump tax cuts were rolling out along with the SALT tax cap, I saved at least $3k in federal taxes by taking appropriate measures.
25 Mar 2025 5:53 pm
I believe it happened to me as well...Fuelman » 25 Mar 2025, 5:16 pm » wrote: ↑ I've had an account for some time and tried to switch to the Login.gov . It told me that email address is already being used. Well duh, I already have an account.
I'll try again in the future.
this time it was seamless...mebbe the bugs got worked out?
JuCo 5 percenter...
“Show me the man and I’ll find you the crime”
LAVRENTIY BERIA
"Try to get past your passionate ignorance and learn to accept what actually happened."
brown's unheeded words of wisdom
25 Mar 2025 6:06 pm
Groggy, that quip is neither as potent nor as amusing as it sounded in that empty head of yours…
Btw it’s “snort.” Couldn’t even get the joke properly
25 Mar 2025 8:43 pm
Fuelman » 25 Mar 2025, 11:04 am » wrote: ↑ https://www.ssa.gov/news/identity-proof ... 8%2C9%2C14
I came across an article this morning that said people already collecting SS would have to go back through the identity process to continue receiving benefits and it had to be done by April 1st or you had to get an in person appointment.
That was enough for me to do a little checking up on this. Of course it's total ****, **** media!
Most everything can still be done on your MySocialSecurity account.
Most of your questions can be answered in the link.
Every old **** I know has had zero issues.
It's all ****.
People collecting are still collecting. BFD.
The guys pushing the **** stories must be exaggerating for some reason.
Maybe it just isn't widespread yet so they're using the crystal balls to warn folks.
Please seat yourself.
I like the very things you hate.
I like the very things you hate.
25 Mar 2025 11:11 pm
no, *******, it was a reference to your lazy assed attempts at making something of yourself pretending you're the Wolf of Wall Street...LowIQTrash » 25 Mar 2025, 6:06 pm » wrote: ↑ Groggy, that quip is neither as potent nor as amusing as it sounded in that empty head of yours…
Btw it’s “snort.” Couldn’t even get the joke properly
JuCo 5 percenter...
“Show me the man and I’ll find you the crime”
LAVRENTIY BERIA
"Try to get past your passionate ignorance and learn to accept what actually happened."
brown's unheeded words of wisdom
25 Mar 2025 11:13 pm
I don't know, but it sure has frank in a foaming tizzy...DeezerShoove » 25 Mar 2025, 8:43 pm » wrote: ↑ Every old **** I know has had zero issues.
It's all ****.
People collecting are still collecting. BFD.
The guys pushing the **** stories must be exaggerating for some reason.
Maybe it just isn't widespread yet so they're using the crystal balls to warn folks.
JuCo 5 percenter...
“Show me the man and I’ll find you the crime”
LAVRENTIY BERIA
"Try to get past your passionate ignorance and learn to accept what actually happened."
brown's unheeded words of wisdom
26 Mar 2025 10:10 am
Here it is again!
Read "Your Social Security Benefits Will Stop Starting In April If You Don’t Meet This Requirement" on SmartNews: https://l.smartnews.com/p-jQHvT5u/G2wCud
As it stands, some Social Security recipients already risk losing their benefits due to failure to properly update personal information like income and home addresses. But recently, the SSA unveiled a new requirement that requires millions of new and existing recipients to show up in-person at a Social Security field office to verify their identity. Beneficiaries who are required to complete the in-person identity check and fail to do so could have their accounts labeled fraudulent or no longer active. That translates into the scary prospect of benefits getting suspended or even lost altogether.
Read "Your Social Security Benefits Will Stop Starting In April If You Don’t Meet This Requirement" on SmartNews: https://l.smartnews.com/p-jQHvT5u/G2wCud
As it stands, some Social Security recipients already risk losing their benefits due to failure to properly update personal information like income and home addresses. But recently, the SSA unveiled a new requirement that requires millions of new and existing recipients to show up in-person at a Social Security field office to verify their identity. Beneficiaries who are required to complete the in-person identity check and fail to do so could have their accounts labeled fraudulent or no longer active. That translates into the scary prospect of benefits getting suspended or even lost altogether.
26 Mar 2025 10:32 am
A paywall link?Fuelman » 26 Mar 2025, 10:10 am » wrote: ↑ Here it is again!
Read "Your Social Security Benefits Will Stop Starting In April If You Don’t Meet This Requirement" on SmartNews: https://l.smartnews.com/p-jQHvT5u/G2wCud
As it stands, some Social Security recipients already risk losing their benefits due to failure to properly update personal information like income and home addresses. But recently, the SSA unveiled a new requirement that requires millions of new and existing recipients to show up in-person at a Social Security field office to verify their identity. Beneficiaries who are required to complete the in-person identity check and fail to do so could have their accounts labeled fraudulent or no longer active. That translates into the scary prospect of benefits getting suspended or even lost altogether.
got anything from the government?
26 Mar 2025 3:56 pm
Not sure why you got a paywall, I don't pay for any online news information.
The link in first post is from SSA.
26 Mar 2025 4:49 pm
In your OP , You said thisFuelman » 26 Mar 2025, 3:56 pm » wrote: ↑ Not sure why you got a paywall, I don't pay for any online news information.
The link in first post is from SSA.
”I came across an article this morning that said people already collecting SS would have to go back through the identity process to continue receiving benefits and it had to be done by April 1st or you had to get an in person appointment.
That was enough for me to do a little checking up on this. Of course it's total ****, **** media!
Most everything can still be done on your MySocialSecurity account.“
why not just post what the link said ?
“Does everyone need to prove their identity with Social Security?
No. There is no need to contact Social Security to prove identity if not applying for benefits and if not changing direct deposit information for current benefits. People will continue to receive their benefits and on schedule to the bank account information in Social Security’s records without needing to prove identity.”
When you said “Most everything can still be done on your MySocialSecurity account”
when nothing needed to be done?
It was just confusing
just sayin
26 Mar 2025 5:14 pm
I heard the same. So I tried to vet..Fuelman » 25 Mar 2025, 11:04 am » wrote: ↑ https://www.ssa.gov/news/identity-proof ... 8%2C9%2C14
I came across an article this morning that said people already collecting SS would have to go back through the identity process to continue receiving benefits and it had to be done by April 1st or you had to get an in person appointment.
That was enough for me to do a little checking up on this. Of course it's total ****, **** media!
Most everything can still be done on your MySocialSecurity account.
Most of your questions can be answered in the link.
Found this link in search for
"Trump proposes in person visits required for Social Security" on Google.. Oddly when I click it Press releases are blank for 2025. Google is on his cabinet
Fuelman, how can it be entirely fabricated bullshyt? But yeah, I shouldn't have to dig for the statement that fueled the fools fire. It is being buried like a dogs bone from Springfield Ohio.
https://www.ssa.gov/news/press/releases/2025/
26 Mar 2025 5:19 pm
WAPO Bought the story hook, line, and sinker.. How can this be made up bullshyt?
https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics ... rump-doge/
I don't subscribe
https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics ... rump-doge/
I don't subscribe
27 Mar 2025 9:29 am
Sorry that was confusing for ya. I frequently read something that doesn't sound right and go do a little fact checking. I usually get my answer but then can't find the original article that I was fact checking. News feed changes frequently. Hazard of doing this stuff on the phone.Mrkelly » 26 Mar 2025, 4:49 pm » wrote: ↑ In your OP , You said this
”I came across an article this morning that said people already collecting SS would have to go back through the identity process to continue receiving benefits and it had to be done by April 1st or you had to get an in person appointment.
That was enough for me to do a little checking up on this. Of course it's total ****, **** media!
Most everything can still be done on your MySocialSecurity account.“
why not just post what the link said ?
“Does everyone need to prove their identity with Social Security?
No. There is no need to contact Social Security to prove identity if not applying for benefits and if not changing direct deposit information for current benefits. People will continue to receive their benefits and on schedule to the bank account information in Social Security’s records without needing to prove identity.”
When you said “Most everything can still be done on your MySocialSecurity account”
when nothing needed to be done?
It was just confusing
just sayin
27 Mar 2025 9:58 am
It's hard to keep up these days, information coming from all 360 degrees. Don't quote me on this but it's my understanding that DOGE says the current phone identity process is where $100 million in fraud originates. A lot of your personal information is public information so the common crook can easily fraud the most powerful government in the world. Makes sense to make a few changes.JohnnyYou » 26 Mar 2025, 5:19 pm » wrote: ↑ WAPO Bought the story hook, line, and sinker.. How can this be made up bullshyt?
https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics ... rump-doge/
I don't subscribe
The wife just recently called her PERS pension plan to gain online access. They asked the address of her x husband from over 20 years ago. We had a good laugh with the guy on the phone asking the questions, apparently the X lives in Missouri. Your personal information is out there!
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