How Does Social Security Work?

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I’m really used to getting a paycheck. I’ve been working since I was 14 and truly value the security that comes from a regular income. The scariest thing about retirement (for me) was giving up that security. I’ve never been a very good saver; I’m more of a spender as it turns out. The idea of giving a paycheck up spooks the crap out of me.

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