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EPISODE · May 19, 2025 · 23 MIN

8 Signs You're Not Ready For Retirement

from Building Your Money Machine · host Mel H Abraham, CPA, CVA, ASA

Welcome to another eye-opening episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today we’re tackling a topic that’s crucial for anyone looking to retire with real confidence and peace of mind. What if I told you that most people are planning for retirement all wrong? That’s right—many of us believe we’re set until reality hits and the money runs out, unexpected expenses pop up, or we end up living a lifestyle we never truly prepared for.In this episode, I walk you through the eight biggest signs you’re not ready for retirement. Retirement isn’t about an age or a magic number; it’s about lifestyle and financial readiness. I’ll show you how to shift away from chasing arbitrary numbers and start focusing on building a retirement plan that actually supports the life you want.We'll discuss the critical mistakes to avoid, and talk about overlooked threats like healthcare costs and inflation. You’ll learn why conventional wisdom about retirement may be setting you up for stress, and how to make the mindset and strategic shifts necessary to retire on your own terms—with freedom, choice, and security.IN TODAY’S EPISODE, I DISCUSS:Why chasing an arbitrary retirement number isn’t enoughThe power of having a detailed retirement planWhy carrying high-interest or lifestyle debt into retirement is dangerous=The emotional and psychological side of retirementHow to “test drive” your retirement plan and stress-test it against unexpected eventsThe invisible threat of inflationRECOMMENDED EPISODES FOR YOUIf you liked this episode, click here to enjoy these and more:https://melabraham.com/show/How to SURVIVE and THRIVE During a RecessionMoney Principles I Know At 63 But I Wish I Knew At 40If You're Thinking Of Retiring Early... Watch ThisI've been through 4 recessions, here's what always happens...How To Make Money In An Economy That Hates YouRECOMMENDED VIDEOS FOR YOU If you liked this video, you'll love these ones:How to SURVIVE and THRIVE During a Recession: https://youtu.be/xSbRv9BopiAMoney Principles I Know At 63 But I Wish I Knew At 40: https://youtu.be/aTOC_lC0CAEIf You're Thinking Of Retiring Early... Watch This: https://youtu.be/SO9yQLytMWII've been through 4 recessions, here's what always happens…: https://youtu.be/h4eJqaDas_wORDER MY NEW USA TODAY BESTSELLING BOOK:Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder For You Than You Did For It!The key to building the life you desire and deserve is to build your Money Machine—a powerful system designed to generate income that’s no longer tied to your work or efforts. This step-by-step guide goes beyond the general idea of personal finance and wealth creation and reveals the holistic approach to transforming your relationship with money to allow you to enjoy financial freedom and peace of mind.Part money philosophy, part money mindset, part strategy, and part tactical action, these powerful frameworks will show you how to build your money machine.When you do you’ll also get over $1100 in wealth resources & bonuses for FREE! TAKE THE FINANCIAL FREEDOM QUIZ:Take this free quiz to see where you are on the path to financial freedom and what your next steps are to move you to a new financial destiny at http://www.YourFinancialFreedomQuiz.com

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Welcome to another eye-opening episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today we’re tackling a topic that’s crucial for anyone looking to retire with real confidence and peace of mind. What if I told you that most people are planning for retirement all wrong? That’s right—many of us believe we’re set until reality hits and the money runs out, unexpected expenses pop up, or we end up living a lifestyle we never truly prepared for. In this episode, I walk you through the eight biggest s...

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