How to Make Your Money Last: The Indispensable Retirement Guide by Jane Bryant Quinn

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Mastering Retirement: Navigating Life and Finances After Work

Join us as we dive into one of life's major transitions – navigating your life and finances after the working world. This episode is packed with actionable wisdom and practical advice tailored to help you gain clarity and confidence without feeling overwhelmed. We break down the emotional and financial aspects of retirement, from understanding the three common stages to managing investments and leveraging home equity. We'll also cover critical topics like Social Security, health insurance, pensions, and life insurance to help you build a stable and purposeful new chapter. Discover how to reinvent your identity, find new interests, and achieve financial peace of mind in retirement.

00:00 Introduction to Post-Work Life
01:09 Emotional Challenges of Retirement
02:05 Stages of Retirement
02:45 Finding New Purpose and Activities
03:49 Couples and Retirement Dynamics
05:01 Financial Planning Basics
05:40 Creating a Spending Plan
07:15 Debt and Special Purchases
08:05 Choosing the Right Financial Advisor
09:40 Maximizing Social Security Benefits
11:28 Understanding Health Insurance in Retirement
12:50 Medicare Breakdown
14:02 Understanding Medigap and Medicare Enrollment
14:50 Navigating Pensions and Annuities
17:46 Managing Personal Investment Accounts
23:22 Leveraging Home Equity for Retirement
25:41 Exploring Life Insurance Options
27:37 Final Thoughts on Retirement Planning