SOCIAL SECURITY IS THE NATIONAL SAFETY NET

Now that you have read this tutorial, you know whether you are eligible for Social Security when you retire, how your Social Security benefit will be calculated, and whether or not there will be any Social Security money left for you at your retirement. Social Security is one of the most important programs in the fight against elderly poverty. It also provides important family protection through its death and disability benefits. Because of an increase in the number of people retiring, the Social Security system may not be able to continue providing benefits to everyone who needs them. It is more important now than ever before to save and invest your money carefully.

See related tutorials in the Encyclopedia for information on other ways to build for your retirement.