Listen "The Retirement Playbook - TV Episode 5 - Have a Goal, Build a Plan, Start Now"
Episode Synopsis
In this week’s episode of The Retirement Playbook, Ed shares one of the greatest pieces of financial advice he’s ever received: Have a plan and have a goal. Your goal—or better yet, your aspiration—will determine every step you need to take to build a retirement you can truly enjoy.We dive into practical retirement tips for those who’ve spent 10, 20, or even 30+ years doing the same thing every day. Now, retirement is asking you to do something entirely different—and you need a plan to guide you into that next chapter.We cover key topics like:Why the best time to start isn’t “early”—it’s nowHow to replace your paycheck with income from your assetsThe importance of tracking your spending so you know the “track” before running the retirement marathonBuilding an emergency fund with 6–12 months of cash availableWhy you shouldn’t rush to pay off low-interest debt before retiringThe power of automating savings—small drips that fill the bucket faster than you thinkAvoiding lifestyle creep and the trap of “keeping up with the Joneses”Staying healthy—because you are your best assetLong-term care planning and how to prepare for a healthcare-heavy futureAssessing risk and placing your dollars in the right vehicles at the right timeWe invite listeners to visit maxtaxtest.com for a complimentary written financial and tax strategy plan. Retirement isn’t just about surviving—it’s about living well. Start your plan today.www.wealthmaxfg.com
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