The Atomic Retirement Podcast
Looking for the best retirement podcast to help you retire with confidence? The Atomic Retirement Podcast breaks down the complex world of retirement and tax planning into clear, actionable strategies. Hosted by Ryan Kilkenny, a Marine Corps veteran, financial planner, and founder of Atomic Planning, this podcast is designed for those 50 and older who want to maximize their savings, reduce taxes, and create a reliable retirement income. Each episode covers topics like:
✅ When to claim Social Security for maximum benefits
✅ Smart tax strategies to keep more of your wealth
✅ How to build a retirement paycheck that lasts
✅ Investment strategies for financial security
✅ Avoiding common retirement planning mistakes
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26. The High Price Retirees Pay for Collecting Social Security Too Early
One of the most important decisions you will make in retirement is deciding when to collect your Social Security benefits. Social Security is a guaranteed lifetime annuity designed to pay you an inflation-protected income for as long as you live. But figuring out when to collect payments, especially if you are eligible for multiple benefits or coordinating with a spouse, can be nearly impossible. And here is the hard truth. Most retirees are giving up tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of dollars because they collect their benefits too early. I hope you enjoy this episode of The Atomic Retirement podcast!
Resources Mentioned
- The High Price Retirees Pay for Collecting Social Security Too Early
- Social Security Administration Website
- Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Information
- What is FICA?
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