I Was Approved for Social Security but How Do I “Prove” I Stopped Working?

Savvy Senior: Who's eligible for Social Security disability benefits?

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I Was Approved for Social Security but How Do I “Prove” I Stopped Working?

The age at which you’re eligible to begin collecting Social Security benefits is usually a memorable time; whether you’ve retired or not, a little bit of extra cash will line your pockets. Unfortunately, the rules about when you can begin taking payments, alongside the best strategic time to begin receiving benefits, can be confusing. For example, if an individual starts claiming benefits before reaching full retirement age, they may receive sma…