4 Ways Social Security Benefits Could Be Affected by a COVID-19 Second Wave

With the number of coronavirus cases skyrocketing in cities across the country, many Americans fear a second wave of the pandemic may be on the way.

The nation saw a record number of new infections on July 1, with more than 54,000 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in a single day, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That surpasses the record from April, which saw more than 43,000 new infections in a single day.

Whether we're heading toward a second wave or are already in the thick of it, it's important to think about how this could affect your retirement plans. And there are a few ways another round of COVID-19 could affect your future Social Security benefits.

Continue reading

Source Fool.com