The Atomic Retirement
The Atomic Retirement is a retirement podcast brought to you by financial planner Ryan Kilkenny, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran 🇺🇸 and the founder of Atomic Planning. Ryan is on a mission to educate and empower families to confidently navigate all things money, tax, and retirement. Join him each week as he covers topics on the minds of people in and near retirement. Ryan talks about: retirement planning, retirement income, Roth conversions, tax planning, investing, stocks and bonds, 401(k)s, Roth IRAs, health savings accounts, social security, medicare, long term care, insurance, charitable giving, estate planning, and more. You can learn more at https://www.atomicplanning.com/
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29. Financial Regrets and Wisdom from Americans Over 80
Ever wonder what people in their 80s and 90s wish they’d done differently with their money? In this episode, we explore their financial wisdom and regrets—from outliving their savings to navigating unexpected life changes like divorce and career shifts. These heartfelt stories highlight the importance of planning for the unexpected and making the most of your wealth while you can.
You’ll gain:
- Practical tips to avoid common financial mistakes.
- Insights on how to prepare for life’s surprises.
- Strategies to create a retirement plan you won’t regret.
It’s never too late—or too early—to learn from those who’ve been there.
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The Financial Regrets and Wisdom of Americans Over 80
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