5 Things to Know About Social Security Before Making Retirement Plans

Social Security benefits are probably going to be important to your financial security in retirement. But you need a realistic assessment of what they will -- and won't -- do for you. 

Unfortunately, many Americans either overestimate the financial help Social Security will provide or are too gloomy about the program's prospects. 

To better understand what you can actually expect, here are five key facts about Social Security you should know when making retirement plans. 

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