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Episode 3638:

Darrow Kirkpatrick explains that preparing for retirement is less about following a rigid checklist and more about answering a handful of essential questions that shape your financial future. He explores the importance of understanding your living expenses, healthcare options, savings target, and withdrawal strategy, offering a practical framework that can help you approach retirement with greater confidence and clarity.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.caniretireyet.com/the-6-crucial-questions-to-answer-before-you-retire/

Quotes to ponder:

"Unless you're fantastically wealthy, it's simply impossible to prepare for retirement without knowing how much it will cost you to live each month."

"The bad news is this simple truth: nobody can predict the future."

"The good news is that you can achieve enough certainty to make a decision."

Episode references:

Social Security Administration: https://www.ssa.gov/

COBRA Continuation Coverage: https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/health-plans/cobra

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