Social Security Deep Dive: Timing, Strategy & Building a Strong Retirement Foundation

February 06, 2026 00:29:49
Social Security Deep Dive: Timing, Strategy & Building a Strong Retirement Foundation
Retirement Your Way
Social Security Deep Dive: Timing, Strategy & Building a Strong Retirement Foundation

Feb 06 2026 | 00:29:49

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Show Notes

In this Social Security–focused episode of Retirement Your Way, Bradley Hardin and co-host Matt McClure take a deep dive into one of the most critical pieces of retirement planning. They explain how Social Security can serve as a stable income foundation and why choosing the right claiming strategy can make a lasting impact on long-term financial security.

The conversation highlights the importance of personalized planning, from evaluating when to claim to understanding how benefits change based on age, health, and household dynamics. Bradley also shares how comprehensive planning — including personal pensions and income coordination — can help fill the gap Social Security doesn’t cover, creating more confidence and clarity for the retirement journey ahead.

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Bradley serves as an Investment Advisor Representative and Registered Social Security Analyst. Madison is a licensed life and health insurance agent and also a Registered Social Security Analyst.

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