Does Social Security call you to report suspicious activity?

Because of the danger posed by scammers, the Social Security Administration’s policy is to only conduct business with account holders by mail. The SSA will never call you regarding your account, even if suspicious activity has been recorded.

How to report fraud to the Social Security Administration?

How Do I Report Fraud? Reporting is easy, safe, and secure. You can reach us by internet, phone, mail, or facsimile. Internet: https:// oig.ssa.gov/report. U.S. Mail: Social Security Fraud Hotline. P.O. Box 17785 Baltimore, Maryland 21235. Fax: (410) 597-0118. Telephone: 1-800-269-0271 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. TTY:

What to do if you get a call from Social Security?

Social Security may call you in some situations but will never: Threaten you. Suspend your Social Security number. Demand an immediate payment from you. Require payment by cash, gift card, pre-paid debit card, or wire transfer. Ask for gift card numbers over the phone or to wire or mail cash.

What to do if you are victim of familiar fraud?

Experts advise victims of familiar fraud to approach their situation just as they would if they didn’t know their perpetrator by placing a 90-day fraud alert on their credit, filing a police report and disputing all fraudulent accounts and charges.

When does familiar fraud occur in a relationship?

When identity fraud victims know their impostors, it can tear through both relationships and financial well-being. “Familiar fraud” occurs when a friend, extended family member or even a parent uses a close relationship for their own financial gain.

How Do I Report Fraud? Reporting is easy, safe, and secure. You can reach us by internet, phone, mail, or facsimile. Internet: https:// oig.ssa.gov/report. U.S. Mail: Social Security Fraud Hotline. P.O. Box 17785 Baltimore, Maryland 21235. Fax: (410) 597-0118. Telephone: 1-800-269-0271 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. TTY:

What happens if you get a call asking for your Social Security number?

The caller asks for your Social Security number — again, something an actual SSA employee wouldn’t do. A call or email threatens consequences, such as arrest, loss of benefits or suspension of your Social Security number, if you do not provide a payment or personal information.

What happens if a family member uses your Social Security number?

Remember, bank fraud is a federal offense. Unfortunately, if you have had a family member or friend use your Social Security Number to fraudulently obtain credit, you have two options: Turn them in to the creditor. The credit card company will absolutely press charges against them.

When to report misuse of Social Security benefits?

In those cases, and after a careful investigation, SSA appoints a relative, friend, or another individual or organization to handle their Social Security matters. When reporting allegations of Representative Payee misuse, there are several things that must be considered before reporting this information.