Social Security Running Out? Here’s What You Should Know...

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Are the headlines about Social Security making you anxious about retirement? In this week's Ascend360™ Insider, Bill Smith, RICP®, MRFC®,CEO and Founder of W.A. Smith Financial Group, dives into the facts—what’s actually changing, what’s not, and what actions you can take to stay ahead. Discover the two key strategies for claiming benefits and how to decide which one’s right for your long-term income plan.
