"For most retirees, Social Security benefits are an essential income source. In fact, Nationwide's research revealed that over half of all U.S. adults who are either receiving Social Security already or who expect to receive benefits would not be able to financially survive missing even half of a monthly benefit check. Obviously, this means Americans are very dependent on this source of retirement funds."
"The good news is, there are two legal ways that retirees who may be subject to garnishment could fight against having the money they need taken from their checks. Here's what seniors need to know about the coming Social Security garnishments in 2026, along with details on the legal options to protect critical benefits that they may need to keep them out of poverty."
"Garnishment is a method of collecting money that you owe. In the case of Social Security garnishment, the government takes some or all of your benefits before you collect the money because you have outstanding financial obligations to the government. There have always been some circumstances in which retirees could have their benefits garnished. However, there have been some major legal changes recently that could significantly increase either the number of seniors having money taken from their checks or the amount being garnished."
Most retirees rely heavily on Social Security for income, with over half of U.S. adults unable to survive losing even half of a monthly benefit check. Legal changes expected in 2026 could increase the number of seniors facing garnishment or the amounts taken. Garnishment allows the government to take some or all benefits to collect debts. Recent legal shifts relate specifically to garnishment for benefit overpayments and delinquent student loan debt. Overpayment is already a leading reason for garnishment. Two legal defenses exist that may help eligible retirees protect critical benefits and avoid poverty.
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