From 401(k) to Paycheck: The New Retirement Reality - February 14, 2026

What happens when the safety net you expected is gone, and your 401(k) is your only lifeline for a decades-long retirement? In this episode, we confront the daunting transition from saver to spender and expose the hidden pitfalls that threaten your nest egg—tax traps, inflation’s slow drain, and the risks of market downturns. With new tax laws reshaping the landscape and traditional pensions disappearing, you’ll discover why today’s retirees face uncharted territory, and which strategies might help you build lasting income security in an era of uncertainty. The answers may surprise you—but the questions you’re not asking could matter most.The Harlow Wealth Retirement Hour is a long running radio program featuring advisors from Harlow Wealth Management, based in Vancouver, Washington. Chris Harlow, Dan Erickson and their team discuss topics related to retirement, areas to cover in an economic plan, and how such a plan can be individually tailored to meet the needs of any particular individual or couple.