Is Social Security Running Out?

About this episode

Mike Douglas discusses the complexities surrounding the future of Social Security and its implications for retirement planning.

Is Social Security really running out—or is the real story more complicated? In this episode, Mike Douglas breaks down what recent headlines are getting right and wrong about Social Security’s future. He explains the projected timeline for trust fund shortfalls, how benefits could be impacted, and why the system isn’t expected to disappear. The conversation also covers potential policy changes, the role of payroll taxes, and practical considerations individuals may weigh when planning for retirement income in the years ahead.   Schedule your complimentary appointment today: MichigansRetirementCoach.com   Follow us on social media: YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Mike Douglas

Topics covered

• Social Security
• retirement planning
• trust fund shortfalls
• policy changes
• payroll taxes

Keywords

• Social Security
• retirement income
• trust fund
• policy changes
• payroll taxes

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Organizations: MichigansRetirementCoach.com

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