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Should I Be Worried About Social Security Running Out? | Michael Makes Sense Ep. 03

Sep 16, 2026 · 9m

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Is Social Security really running out of money, and should you be worried about what that means for your retirement? In Episode 03 of Michael Makes Sense, Michael Widlake, Founder of Commonwealth Guardians, takes on one of the biggest concerns facing Americans planning for retirement: the future of Social Security. Headlines can make it sound like Social Security is simply going to disappear. But the reality is more complicated, and understanding how Social Security fits into your overall retirement strategy can help you make better decisions about when to claim benefits and how much you should depend on them. In this episode, Michael answers real questions from listeners, including: Should…