While millions of Americans either rely on Social Security for their retirement, millions more hope it will be solvent and available for them when it's time for them to make the transition. No matter how old you are, there are resources out there, especially online, to help you navigate the system and make the most of your benefits as you plan for your future. The trouble is, new research shows many Americans don't know how to access them. Bill Sweeney, the Senior Vice President of Government Affairs for AARP in Washington, stops by the show this week to talk about this research with Nichole and offer some valuable advice on how you can get connected.

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