A new and digital alternative to the traditional Social Security card will be available by early summer, the Social Security Administration announced Friday. The agency will introduce a feature that ...

Starting this week, your my Social Security account adds 24/7 features that let you handle common tasks without a trip to an office—including requesting a replacement Social Security card online. You ...

WASHINGTON — The Social Security Administration announced it will soon provide digital access to Social Security numbers through its online portal, a modernization effort coming at the same time the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bob Carlson researches all facets of retirement finances. Social Security has been in the news a lot lately. Changes definitely ...

Changing your name on your Social Security card is an essential task if you've recently married, divorced, or legally changed your name. The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses your name and ...

You’ve probably read all the warnings about not sharing your personal Social Security information. But there’s another warning you should heed to protect your physical Social Security card. The Social ...

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, some may have begun receiving smaller checks. However, the payments should arrive on schedule nonetheless. October's SSI ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has released its payment schedule for January 2026, including special timing for ...

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, some will receive their December benefits this week. SSI recipients will also get two checks this month. Here's what to ...