You can answer a few questions I have about social security credits. I'd like to know how many I require to qualify for certain benefits.
Of course. You must earn at least 40 Social Security credits to qualify for Social Security benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work and pay Social Security taxes.
Alright, and what are those credits based on?
Credits are based on your total wages and self-employment income for the year. You might work all year to earn four credits, or you might earn enough for all four in much less time.