9-13-25 - The Reality of Retirement Spending

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Most retirement planning assumes your expenses will immediately drop when you stop working - maybe needing only 70-80% of your working income. But what if that conventional wisdom is completely wrong? What if retirement spending actually follows a very different pattern than the neat, predictable decline that financial calculators assume?Get a Free Copy of Josh and Alicia's Book: Click here! Schedule a Call with Josh and Alicia Today: Click here!In this episode, Josh and Alicia Lewis unpack key retirement planning topics just for Colorado listeners. Discover practical strategies for managing taxes, optimizing Social Security benefits, handling long-term care concerns, and responding to market volatility. Plus, get straightforward advice for building a well-rounded retirement plan—delivered with plenty of laughs and a relatable, friendly approach.Start your journey to a confident and fulfilling retirement today!

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This episode was published on September 15, 2025.

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Most retirement planning assumes your expenses will immediately drop when you stop working - maybe needing only 70-80% of your working income. But what if that conventional wisdom is completely wrong? What if retirement spending actually follows a...

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