There's a good chance Social Security won't end up cutting benefits, despite the dire warnings. But you can't assume the best here. Plan for benefit cuts, and if they don't happen, a gigantic nest egg that's yours to spend in retirement isn't a terrible consolation prize.

This article originally published at Social Security issues warning ahead of April 2026 payment checks.

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