Social Security

In the early oughts I was involved w a millionairess. She and her husband had a "factory" that made gold & platinum flutes for the premier flautists of the world. When we weren't exploring the B & Bs of New Mexico or at the opera, we frolicked in her 3,700 sq ft home oin Sandia Hts. 

This relatively (relative to Mar a Lago 'n' such) small abode had a single large bedroom with its own jacuzzi and large walk-in closets. I slept at the other end of the house in the two-bedroom wing designed for guests. 

She kept a modest $5k in her checking account for day-to-day needs while accumulating frequent flier miles on our overnight soirees and other entertainments. Her S.S. check was a barely note-worthy addition to her retirement income;  but for her avarice, she'd never have missed it. 

Here's an article from last year that gives some interesting insights. 

https://larson.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/60-days-2024-and-millionaires-are-already-done-paying-social-security