The Retirement Spending Smile Most People Don’t Plan For

EPISODE · Feb 24, 2026 · 11 MIN

The Retirement Spending Smile Most People Don’t Plan For

from The Retirement Caddie · host Matt Eilers

Retirement spending doesn’t move in a straight line—and that can catch a lot of people off guard. In this episode, Matt Eilers breaks down the “retirement spending smile,” explaining why expenses often rise early in retirement, dip in later years, and increase again as healthcare needs grow. He explores the shift from asset allocation to asset designation, why retirement requires a different planning mindset, and how income, risk, and healthcare planning all change once paychecks stop. The conversation focuses on preparing for each phase of retirement so surprises don’t dictate decisions later on. Ready to get out of the rough and get your retirement plan in place? Contact Matt today! Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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