Tips to Safeguard Your Social Security from Garnishment

TL;DR
Social Security benefits are largely protected from garnishment by federal law, but it's important to understand which debts can be garnished and to take proactive steps such as managing debts, using direct deposit, and keeping benefits in a separate account to safeguard your income.
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