This happens when you purposely give wrong information or do not share important information to get benefits. Some common ways this can happen include: Not reporting your earnings when you start a full-time, part-time, or temporary job. Not looking for a job while you're getting benefits.
An overpayment occurs when someone pays more than the required or agreed-upon amount for a product or service. It can happen due to various reasons, such as a billing error, incorrect calculations, or misunderstandings between the payer and the recipient.
Overpayments can occur for a variety of reasons, below are a few common causes: Changes in Income: If your income changes and you don't report it promptly, you might receive more benefits than you're eligible for. Medical Improvement: Social Security periodically reviews cases to see if your condition has improved.