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EPISODE · Dec 29, 2025 · 42 MIN

Rethinking Safe Withdrawal Rates

from Making Retirement Make Sense · host Dana Anspach CFP®, RMA®, CJ Miller CFP®, RMA®, CPWA®

Curious about safe withdrawal rates in retirement? In this episode, we delve into their evolution, misconceptions, and practical applications for a financially secure retirement.(00:00) - Introduction and Overview (01:11) - The 4% Rule and Its Origins (06:58) - Customizing Retirement Plans (10:16) - Budgeting Approaches for Retirement (17:30) - Sequence of Returns Risk (20:58) - Exploring the Guardrails Approach (26:06) - Planning for Longevity and Withdrawal Rates (30:52) - Dynamic Asset Allocation and Income Ladders (38:42) - Case Study: Spending Strategies in Retirement Links & resources from this episode:Visit our website: https://makingretirementmakesense.comWilliam P. Bengen book: https://a.co/d/b1d78srLIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos every week: https://www.youtube.com/@MakingRetirementMakeSenseFollow Making Retirement Make Sense on all social platforms:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580093698229Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MakingRetirementMakeSenseLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/MakingRetirementMakeSense/X: https://x.com/MRMSPodcastDisclosureThis channel contains general educational information only. Nothing contained herein should be construed as a solicitation to buy or sell any security or as an offer to provide investment advice.

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