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Yes, you can retire with less than $1 million. But it takes some planning, maximizing Social Security and sticking to a reasonable monthly retirement budget.

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It's convenient and easy to apply online for your Social Security benefits. Open a secure my Social Security account and take it from there. Read on to learn how.

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