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EPISODE · Nov 22, 2025 · 56 MIN

Change, Choices & Retirement: Facing the New Normal

from Retire Right with Alan Becker · host Alan Becker

What if doing nothing is your riskiest retirement move? In this episode of Retire Right, Alan Becker and Nikki Vivas dive headfirst into the biggest financial headlines of 2025—with a dash of humor and practical wisdom. From the flurry over the "Big Beautiful Bill" to the shifting sands of Social Security strategies, Alan reveals why the status quo could cost you, and how taking action now sets the stage for a better tomorrow. Plus, Alan shares the real stories and surprising pitfalls that catch retirees off guard—and how you can avoid them.Curious whether the infamous 4% rule still works, or why most retirees fear running out of money? Wondering what happens when your financial advisor doesn’t really speak your language, or how to actually enjoy your hard-earned nest egg without second-guessing every step? Tune in as Alan and Nikki pull back the curtain on timely retirement decisions—and sprinkle in laughs, a dad joke or two, and actionable ways to rethink your next chapter. Your future starts here… but it might not look the way you expect!On this episode of "Retire Right with Alan Becker," Alan and the Retirement Solutions Group team break down essential retirement planning topics, including taxes, Social Security, long-term care, and market trends. Discover actionable strategies and real-life advice to help you navigate the complexities of retirement.Whether you’re planning for the future or managing your retirement right now, you’ll find valuable tips to help you retire with confidence.

What if doing nothing is your riskiest retirement move? In this episode of Retire Right, Alan Becker and Nikki Vivas dive headfirst into the biggest financial headlines of 2025—with a dash of humor and practical wisdom. From the flurry over the "Big Beautiful Bill" to the shifting sands of Social Security strategies, Alan reveals why the status quo could cost you, and how taking action now sets the stage for a better tomorrow. Plus, Alan shares the real stories and surprising pitfalls that catch retirees off guard—and how you can avoid them.Curious whether the infamous 4% rule still works, or why most retirees fear running out of money? Wondering what happens when your financial advisor doesn’t really speak your language, or how to actually enjoy your hard-earned nest egg without second-guessing every step? Tune in as Alan and Nikki pull back the curtain on timely retirement decisions—and sprinkle in laughs, a dad joke or two, and actionable ways to rethink your next chapter. Your future starts here… but it might not look the way you expect!On this episode of "Retire Right with Alan Becker," Alan and the Retirement Solutions Group team break down essential retirement planning topics, including taxes, Social Security, long-term care, and market trends. Discover actionable strategies and real-life advice to help you navigate the complexities of retirement.Whether you’re planning for the future or managing your retirement right now, you’ll find valuable tips to help you retire with confidence.

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What if doing nothing is your riskiest retirement move? In this episode of Retire Right, Alan Becker and Nikki Vivas dive headfirst into the biggest financial headlines of 2025—with a dash of humor and practical wisdom. From the flurry over the "Big...

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