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Options to fund Social Security are being weighed as insolvency nears

Social Security is projected to become insolvent in six years, prompting discussion of alternatives beyond payroll tax hikes.

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MarketWatch reports that Social Security is projected to become insolvent in six years.

The outlet says policymakers are considering a range of potential solutions, including options that go beyond raising payroll taxes, such as taxes that would apply to investments, estates, and benefits.

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MarketWatchRaising taxes on investments, estates and benefits could keep Social Security from running out of money. Here’s who could pay the most.
MarketWatchRaising taxes on investments, estates and benefits could keep Social Security from running out of money. Here’s who could pay the most.

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