Social Security Fails - Here's What the Experts Say to Do

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Social Security has not been adequately funded for years, and there is no plan to fix it. This presents a difficult situation for the next generation of retirees – how can they be prepared financially when they can’t rely on social security?

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Even in its heyday, Social Security was only intended as a minor supplement to your other retirement income. It’s up to you to create diverse income streams for yourself in retirement.

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Social Security Fails - Here's What the Experts Say to Do

Social Security has not been adequately funded for years, and there is no plan to fix it. This presents a difficult situation for the next generation of retirees – how can they be prepared financially when they can’t rely on social security?

Even in its heyday, Social Security was only intended as a minor supplement to your other retirement income. It’s up to you to create diverse income streams for yourself in retirement.

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