DISABILITY SURVIVAL GUIDE: NORTH ALABAMA EDITION

 If you get a call from someone claiming to be Social Security --and you have not filed an application or initiated some contact with Social Security--it is more than likely a scam call . Social Security does not routinely conduct business by phone unless you have some ongoing business with them, like an application for benefits. There are several scams going around in which someone calls saying they are with Social Security. They may say there is suspicious activity with your Social Security number .  Always a scam. They might say that illegal activity has been detected with your Social Security number or account.  Always a scam. They sometimes tell you that your Social Security number or account is being "frozen" and you need to take action.  Always a scam. These phony callers are often fishing for your SSN, date of birth, address or bank information.  They may promise you extra benefits , more money or some other benefit to entice you to provide information....