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EPISODE · May 5, 2026 · 16 MIN

5 Pillars to Becoming Truly Retirement Ready

from Wealthy After 40: Retirement Ready, Financial Freedom, Budgeting, Saving, Debt · host Dalene Higgins - Money Coach & Retirement Strategist

[Ep 186]If you’ve ever wondered why retirement still feels out of reach, even though you’re saving and doing all the “right” things, this episode is for you.Today we’re talking about what it really means to be retirement ready and why focusing only on savings or a generic retirement number may be keeping you stuck.By the end of this episode, you’ll understand the 5 essential pillars of retirement readiness (beyond just the numbers) so you can create clarity, feel confident in your plan, and start making decisions that move you closer to the retirement you want.In this episode you’ll learn:* Why having a clear retirement vision changes everything* How to understand your cash flow reality without feeling restricted* What your retirement number really means (and why generic advice doesn’t work)* How to identify and close your retirement gap with simple, doable steps* The powerful role of belief and decision-making in creating your futureEpisode Highlights01:02 Five Pillars Overview02:12 Pillar 1 Retirement Vision03:49 Pillar 2 Cash Flow Reality05:54 Pillar 3 Your Retirement Number07:24 Pillar 4 Close the Gap09:45 Pillar 5 Believe It’s Possible12:36 Recap and Next StepsJoin the Accelerate Your Retirement: 3 Steps To Get You Started, free challenge June 2-4, 2026. Join Today!What topic or question would you love answered on the podcast?Not sure what you need to do to make retirement happen? Let’s identify your priorities and next steps in a Retirement Strategy Session. Book your session today.Looking to learn more about being retirement ready?Join the Facebook community Retirement Ready Hub to continue the conversation and learn how to accelerate your retirement progress.Wondering where your money actually goes each month? Get real answers on a money clarity call. Book yours today.Connect with meFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/dalene.higgins/

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[Ep 186] If you’ve ever wondered why retirement still feels out of reach, even though you’re saving and doing all the “right” things, this episode is for you. Today we’re talking about what it really means to be retirement ready and why focusing only on savings or a generic retirement number may be keeping you stuck. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand the 5 essential pillars of retirement readiness (beyond just the numbers) so you can create clarity, feel confident in your plan, an...

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