How you envision your ideal retirement is likely to change as you grow older. Your needs, your tastes, your financial circumstances will change over the course of a retirement. But no matter how these circumstances change, you’ll likely still have about four clear stages, or chapters of retirement. 

ATLANTA – In this episode, Mark and Evan Fricks discuss the critical decade before retirement, revealing strategies that may work to beef up savings, slash debts, and pivot investment tactics. If you’re in your early 50s, it’s high time to fine-tune your financial engine with your partner and contemplate life’s big moves, such as downsizing or planting new roots. This episode is your roadmap to align your retirement dreams with concrete, actionable plans.

Picture your life post-career—do you see a horizon filled with purpose and vitality? Transitioning from the daily grind to retirement’s open-ended landscape can be more than just a monetary shift; it’s a journey to rediscover your zest for life while keeping your finances and health in tip-top shape. Embrace the insights shared on the importance of maintaining social connections, considering part-time work, and the art of crafting a flexible, robust financial plan that can withstand the unexpected. We’re here to guide you through this complex terrain. We discuss the often healthcare-intensive third decade of retirement. We address the necessities of home modifications, the vigilance required for estate planning, and strategies to counter the stealthy creep of healthcare inflation. With regular legal check-ups and a dynamic, comprehensive approach, your retirement plan can gracefully adapt and flourish. Tune in for an enlightening discussion that evolves with you—through every phase of retirement.