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EPISODE · May 28, 2026 · 6 MIN

Why do so many retirees say, “I wish I had started earlier”?

from Wisdom to Wealth · host drewstevens

In this episode, Drew Stevens discusses the emotional and financial realities many retirees face when approaching retirement without a coordinated strategy. After more than 40 years in financial services, Drew shares some of the most common retirement mistakes individuals and couples make — and what can still be done to improve retirement confidence and clarity. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why retirement often arrives faster than expected • The biggest mistakes retirees commonly make • How Social Security, taxes, Medicare, and investment risk all connect • Why financial education is often missing • The emotional side of retirement planning • How small changes today can create greater peace of mind tomorrow Whether you are already retired or preparing for retirement in the next several years, this conversation is designed to help you become more informed and intentional about your future. If this episode resonates with you, be sure to: ✅ Subscribe to the channel ✅ Like and share this video ✅ Comment below with your biggest retirement concern ✅ Reach out to learn more about upcoming educational workshops Remember: Retirement confidence does not happen accidentally. It happens intentionally. #RetirementPlanning #SocialSecurity #RetirementIncome

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