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EPISODE · Aug 31, 2026 · 14 MIN

The 'Open Sandwich' Generation

from Retirement Starts Today

The term "Sandwich Generation" has been around since the 80s. You're the one in the middle - with aging parents on one side and dependent kids on the other. Dan Haylett shared an article he calls The "Open Sandwich" Generation, which is after your parents pass away. We will discuss Dan's article on what happens when the slices come off. In our Listener Question segment, I'm asked "How do you do estate planning when you don't have anybody to name?" And we wrap it up with a story that hits true to the meaning of "Retiring To Something".   Resource: Article by Dan Haylett: The 'Open Sandwich' Generation
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