What Does the Average Retiree Really Get From Social Security?

When you're retired, Social Security is undoubtedly going to help you pay the bills. Most retirees rely on the program for at least some income, and many depend on these benefits to be a major source of the money they need to cover their costs. Unfortunately, one harsh truth that many retirees realize too late is that these benefits may not do nearly as much as they expect them to. It's worth taking a hard look at what Social Security actually offers so you can have a realistic plan for how much the progr ...