Despite all the uncertainty surrounding the future of the Federal Social Security program, most of us still count on being able to receive some type of Social Security benefit when we retire. While it would be unwise to rely on receiving any specific dollar amount each month in benefits – since benefit calculations may very well change in the future – it’s still useful to take a look at what you might expect to receive. Having a general idea of your likely Social Security benefits might make it easier for you to calculate the other aspects your retirement savings plan....

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