Recently, “Slam the Scam Day” took place. The sentiment of this holiday is good to remember all year round.

The basis of this day involves reminding people how to respond to Social Security scams. We’ve discussed these extensively here, and they’re always worth bringing up again.

There are many signs that the communication you’re getting may not be what it seems. If the number or address is suspicious, that’s a red flag. There are also other warning signs, such as the date being in the wrong format on a letter, or the person demanding money at the threat of disabling your benefits or Social Security number.

How can you “slam” scams like these? Simple — if a call or text seems suspicious, stop engaging immediately. Call the Social Security Administration at 1 (800) 772-1213 to check if the communication was legitimate. If it wasn’t, you can report it to their fraud line at 1 (800) 269-0271.

We’ll be here helping you slam scams whenever they’re going around again. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter to stay informed.