3 Unpleasant Social Security Surprises Retirees Could Face

3 Unpleasant Social Security Surprises Retirees Could Face

It's better to understand the realities up front, so be prepared to face these three unpleasant surprises. To be comfortable as a retiree, you should aim to replace around 80% of the income you were earning before leaving work -- or more. If you're hoping Social Security will do that for you, you're in for a huge financial shock.