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Social Security touches the lives of nearly all American retirees. Yet, many people misunderstand even the basic concepts behind this government program. For the Nationwide Retirement Institute’s latest annual Social Security Survey, around 1,800 adults were asked about their attitudes and knowledge regarding Social Security. As part of the survey, participants were asked to answer 15 true-or…

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Despite signs of slowing demand, the U.S. construction industry continues to face a significant labor shortage. Contractors across the country continue to report difficulty hiring, especially for skilled trades positions. Industry surveys suggest that nearly 80% of contractors are struggling to fill open roles, pointing to structural issues — including an aging workforce…

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