Social Security January 2026 payment schedule: When retirees, SSDI, and survivors get their first check of the year

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has released its payment schedule for January 2026, including special timing for ...
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No bank account? Direct Express card helps receive Social Security and federal benefits

The U.S. government is transitioning to electronic payments for Social Security and federal benefits, leaving many wondering how to adapt. If you don't have a bank account, the Direct Express card ...
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How to Keep Your Direct Express Card -- and Social Security Payments -- Safe from Thieves

Avoid using an automatic login feature that saves your password. Change your password at least every 72 days. If you have a bank or credit union, make it a point to use online banking services so you ...
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Social Security allows you to receive payments without a bank account: Is it worth it?

The end of paper checks for Social Security benefits is approaching, driven by a federal law requiring electronic payments. This change aims to modernize the payment system, making it more secure and ...