Is Social Security Running Out and How Do I Plan Around It?

Potential Social Security cuts are making headlines again—but should headlines alone drive retirement planning conversations? In this episode of The Market Moment, Matt, Isaac, and John discuss common questions surrounding the future of Social Security and the current state of global markets. With projections suggesting possible benefit reductions by 2033, the team explores how people often think about claiming strategies and why commonly discussed approaches (like waiting until age 70) aren’t universal. They also examine the early‑2026 environment for international markets amid ongoing energy disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, and why U.S. stocks are often described as more expensive relative to some overseas markets. Covered in this episode: Social Security Discussion: Is a 7–24% reduction actually projected, and how does Congress typically respond to these scenarios? Claiming Considerations: How health, longevity assumptions, and break‑even analysis factor into conversations. Global Market Overview: U.S. versus international valuations and the role of energy independence. Retirement Liquidity: Common perspectives on cash reserves and “sleep‑at‑night” planning. Strategic Borrowing: High‑level pros and cons of securities‑based lines of credit in specific situations. Enjoyed the episode? Don’t forget to: 👍 Like & 💬 If you’re currently planning for retirement, are you factoring in the full Social Security benefit, or are you running your numbers with a 'worst-case scenario' cut in mind? 🔔

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Is Social Security Running Out and How Do I Plan Around It? is an episode from Mach 1 Market Moment Podcast by Mach 1 Financial Group.

This episode is 21:59 long.

This episode was published on May 12, 2026.

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