SSN SOS: How to Keep Your Social Security Number Safe from Data Breaches

In this episode of the NerdWallet Smart Money podcast, the focus is on safeguarding your social security number amid the rising threat of data breaches. The hosts discuss recent hacking incidents that have compromised millions of records and delve into the reasons why social security numbers are particularly at risk. They provide practical tips for protection, such as reaching out to the Social Security Administration to restrict electronic access, freezing your credit, setting up a My Social Security account, and keeping an eye on your credit reports for any unusual activity. Additionally, the episode explores current inflation trends, consumer sentiment, increasing healthcare premiums, and spending patterns for Halloween.