- Your personal nest egg – The best thing you can do to supplement your Social Security income is to have your own retirement nest egg. If you worked a larger amount of time for a big company, you probably have access to a 401(k), 403(b), or 457 plan. If you were self-employed, you’ve probably contributed to an IRA or even a solo 401(k) plan. Either way, if you plan it properly, you can build up a nest egg over time that will exceed the amount of money you’ll take from Social Security.
- Company pension – Over the past few years, many companies have decided to move away from traditional pension plans toward more modern ones, such as 401(k) and its sort. If you started working a long time ago, you are probably waiting in line for tons of payments after you retire. For example, if you worked for the police department, fire department, or any other public service job, you would probably have access to a traditional pension. And believe me, some of them are really helpful!
- Rental income – Passive income is an amazing way to supplement your Social Security payments, and the most facile is rental income. There are lots of options when it comes to rental income. You can rent a room in your own house that you no longer need. Or you can buy a short-term rental unit in a resort area, or a long-term one in an area where there’s a shortage of worker housing.
- Side gig – Side gigs are for the ambitious ones that want to have more money for their retirement, but they can be extremely useful as an adjunct to Social Security as well. Plus, when you’re a senior, you can use the skills and talents you already have, and turn them into something profitable!
