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Direct Deposit

  1. What are direct deposit and Direct Express®?
  2. Can I split the direct deposit of my Social Security benefit between two bank accounts?
  3. How do I sign up for Direct Express®?
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Garnishment

  1. Can my Social Security benefits be garnished for alimony, child support or restitution?
  2. What are the laws allowing the garnishment and levy of Social Security benefits?
  3. How can I stop Social Security from garnishing my wages through Administrative Wage Garnishment (AWG) after I received a letter that it will happen?
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General Payment Questions

  1. How much will the COLA amount be for 2019 and when will I receive it?
  2. Can I change the date I receive my benefits?
  3. If I get married, will it affect my benefits?
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