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EPISODE · Apr 17, 2026 · 34 MIN

Why Procrastinating on Retirement Planning Gets Expensive

from The Safe Money Retirement Show · host Tim Wood. Certified Financial Fiduciary®

One bad market swing early in retirement can undo decades of saving. In this episode, Tim Wood explains why sequence‑of‑returns risk, poor diversification, and procrastination are some of the most expensive mistakes retirees make. Using real‑world examples, including his own family’s experience, Tim breaks down the critical shift from growth to protection as retirement approaches. The conversation also explores how often portfolios should be reviewed, why “diversified” doesn’t always mean safe, and the hidden cost of waiting too long to put a true retirement plan in place.Join Certified Financial Fiduciary®, Retirement Income Certified Professional®, and bestselling author Tim Wood each week to discuss protecting your retirement dollars, guaranteeing your lifetime income, wisely planning for taxes, and more. Visit us online at www.SafeMoneyRetirement.com for more information, to join us for this week's webinar, or to get a FREE copy of Tim's bestselling book.Safe Money Retirement® - Insuring Your Retirement Dreams

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One bad market swing early in retirement can undo decades of saving. In this episode, Tim Wood explains why sequence‑of‑returns risk, poor diversification, and procrastination are some of the most expensive mistakes retirees make. Using real‑world examples, including his own family’s experience, Tim breaks down the critical shift from growth to protection as retirement approaches. The conversation also explores how often portfolios should be reviewed, why “diversified” doesn’t always mean saf...

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