If you're a long way away from retirement, Social Security probably isn't something you think about often. After all, you have current financial issues to worry about, and a confusing government retirement benefits program in your future is probably not on your radar.

The reality, though, is that there are things you need to know about Social Security now so you can create the right financial plan. Here are four crucial facts everyone needs to be aware of so they're not left with serious money concerns in their later years.

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