Author: Maurie Backman, The Motley Fool

If you’re counting on Social Security to pay your bills in retirement, you should know that there are steps you can take to boost your benefits and get more money out of the program. Here are just a few strategies you might employ.

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If you’re serious about saving money and improving your financial picture, then you’ll need to adopt these smart habits. The good news? All these suggestions are easy to incorporate into your life, and once you do, you’ll be happier for it.

There are lots of good reasons to choose a Roth 401(k) — especially if you’re worried about taxes in retirement.

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