Here We Grow Show With Your Host Michael Foguth

Episode 77: Understanding Social Security Nuances With Mary Beth Franklin, CFP


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In this episode, Michael speaks with Mary Beth Franklin, CFP, a nationally recognized Social Security guru! Michael and Mary discuss the pitfalls that so many people make when planning for Social Security. Listen now as Mary and Mike dispel myths about social security, and talk about topics from her new book. 

Topics Covered:

Mary's career, How Mary got started, How to prepare for your social security, when to take social security, Mary's new book - Maximizing Social Security Retirement Benefits, and much much more!

Book Links

https://www.investmentnews.com/store/product/maximizing-social-security-retirement-benefits/

About Mary Beth Franklin, CFP:

Mary Beth became a Certified Financial Planner in 2015 and is a sought-after speaker. Mary has also been featured in numerous radio and television programs. She is the author of “Maximizing Your Social Security Retirement Benefits” and host of the Retirement Repair Shop podcast. Mary Beth Franklin is a Contributing Editor for Investment News specializing in Social Security, Medicare, and Retirement Income. She has been a financial journalist for over 40 years, covering everything from the federal budget and tax policies as a Capitol Hill reporter for United Press International to consumer finances as a writer and editor at Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine. 

About Michael Foguth:

Michael Foguth takes pride in guiding his clients through the demanding retirement planning process with customized plans molded to withstand whatever the future holds. Raised in Mid-Michigan by his parents, Michael and Marie, he was taught that family and faith are the foundation of a successful life. Michael and his wife, Brooke, along with their six children, support that belief with their continuous involvement in their community and faith. Family is what drives Michael to continue his passion for retirement planning. Michael has made it his mission to educate and teach others what they can do to ensure that their retirement plans turn into reality.

About Foguth Financial:

Foguth Financial Group was established in 2009 by Michael Foguth, with the mission to remove barriers to maximize retirement dollars and reduce the financial pressures of those nearing or in retirement.


Michael started with in-home client appointments, before opening our first office in 2011 in Howell, Michigan. In 2016, after many years of rapid client growth, Foguth Financial Group moved to its current headquarters in Brighton, Michigan. Since then, Michael has been able to expand his staff to include five advisors and 15 additional full-time staff members. In 2019, Foguth Financial Group opened its first satellite office in Northville, Michigan. From simple beginnings, Foguth Financial Group has expanded to meet the needs of its clientele and today Michael and his team are dedicated to educating their clients so they can make informed financial decisions.

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