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EPISODE · Jan 20, 2026 · 12 MIN

Why Hitting $1 Million Isn’t the Goal You Think It Is

from The Right Path to Retirement · host Jimmy Lin

What if the biggest threat to your retirement isn’t the market but your tax strategy? In this episode, Jimmy Lin breaks down why shifting from simple tax filing to proactive tax planning can dramatically change your financial future. From new senior deductions to avoiding tax‑bracket spikes caused by required distributions, Jimmy shows how smart, multi‑year planning protects more of what you’ve earned. He also tackles the myth of the “magic million,” revealing why expectations, resources, and strategy matter far more than a savings milestone. If you want to begin the conversation on helping turn your retirement savings into income, preserving your retirement assets, and optimizing your taxes throughout retirement, go to rightpathwm.com and set up a meeting with Jimmy and the team or call 702-805-7000. Hear Jimmy Lin on “Right Path to Retirement Radio” each Saturday at 12 noon on News and Talk Radio 840 KXNT Facebook   YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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