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Oct 9, 2026 21 min

Episode 137 - Saving for Retirement Is Only Half the Problem

from Retirement Unlimited Hosted by Randy Barkley

For generations, retirement looked pretty simple: work for the same company, earn a pension, and receive a steady paycheck after you retired. Today, the responsibility looks very different. 401(k)s have created more flexibility, but they’ve also left many people wondering: Have I saved enough, and how do I turn what I’ve accumulated into income? Jeremiah and Laura look at how retirement has evolved, the differences between pensions and 401(k)s, and how Social Security, investments, and other income sources can work together. Because retirement isn’t about reaching an arbitrary number. The real question is what you need your money to make possible. --- Information and ideas discussed are general comments and cannot be relied upon as pertaining to your specific situation, do not constitute legal/financial advice, and do not create an attorney-client or fiduciary relationship. Examples discussed are fictional. You should consult your own advisor/attorney and do your own diligence prior to making any decisions. Investments involve risk and the possibility of loss, including the loss of principal. All situations are different, and results may vary. Randy Barkley is a life insurance agent CA license # 0518567 and Jeremiah Lee is a California licensed attorney and is responsible for this communication. Advisory services offered through TriCord Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisory firm.

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