Many retirees are shocked when they realize that Social Security replaces far less of their income than they expected.

That surprise is what makes retirement feel like a permanent pay cut instead of a reward for decades of work.

The fix starts with understanding one number: your replacement rate.

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Studies show retirees who calculate a personal replacement rate before retiring report significantly higher satisfaction than those who rely only on general rules of thumb.