SSS Salary Loan vs Pag-IBIG MPL: Which Should You Get?

If you’re a regular employee in the Philippines, chances are you’ve already contributed to both SSS (Social Security System) and Pag-IBIG Fund. That also means you’re eligible to borrow money from these institutions through their loan programs: the SSS Salary … Continue reading

How to Check Your SSS Contributions Online (Step-by-Step Guide)

Gone are the days when you had to personally visit an SSS branch and line up just to check your contributions. Today, thanks to the My.SSS online portal, members can easily monitor their SSS payments anytime and anywhere. If you … Continue reading

The New SSS ID: A UnionBank Visa Debit Card in One

The Social Security System (SSS) is rolling out something new for its members: the MySSS Card. This card isn’t just an identification card—it also works as a UnionBank Visa debit card. That means you can use it to receive SSS … Continue reading

SSS Consolidation and Restructuring: How to Fix Unpaid Loans

If you have an unpaid SSS loan, you already know the drill: your balance keeps growing because of interest and penalties. The good news? The Social Security System (SSS) offers Loan Restructuring Programs (LRP) and Loan Consolidation so you can … Continue reading

Government Savings Programs You Should Know About in the Philippines

If you’re looking for safe, reliable, and government-backed ways to grow your money in the Philippines, you don’t always have to rely on banks or private investments. The government itself offers multiple programs that help you earn while keeping your … Continue reading

SSS Pension Calculator: Estimate Your Monthly Pension and Pension Booster

Are you curious about how much SSS pension you might get at retirement? Or how your Pension Booster (MPF/WISP) can grow over time? With this updated SSS Pension Calculator, you can estimate your Regular SSS Pension and Pension Booster based … Continue reading

Can You Apply for a New SSS Salary Loan Even With an Existing One?

Yes, SSS allows you to renew your Salary Loan even if your current loan isn’t fully paid yet. However, there’s one key requirement: You must have already paid at least 50% of the original principal amount of your existing loan. … Continue reading

SSS Now Accepting Calamity Loan Applications for Affected Areas in 2025

Updated: August 2025 – Good news! The Social Security System (SSS) has officially opened its Calamity Loan Program (CLP) for members in areas declared under a state of calamity. And it gets even better—SSS recently improved its calamity loan guidelines … Continue reading

SSS Calamity Loan 2025: Why the Service is Currently Unavailable in the Portal

If you’ve recently logged in to your SSS online account and tried to apply for a Calamity Loan, you might have seen this frustrating message: “This service is unavailable.” Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Many members are currently experiencing this … Continue reading