Since the start of the pandemic, many Americans have found the online resources of Social Security to be incredibly beneficial as offices are largely still closed to walk-in traffic.
When doing business online, it always makes it easier if you have a 'MySocialSecurity' account. Jacke Myers with Social Security says one of the top reasons to have this account is the time it will save you.
A MySocialSecurity account is also very secure. Myers says not only does it offer a layer of protection in the event of identity theft but there is a two-step verification process.
A MySocialSecurity account will also allow you to see a retirement estimator and that your earnings are being accurately reported. Myers says that ties into the component of it being a good tool for long-term planning.
Get more information about a MySocialSecurity account by visiting ssa.gov/myaccount.
