Why a Pension Changes Everything in Retirement

Why a Pension Changes Everything in Retirement

May 19, 2026 · 11 min

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This episode discusses how having a pension significantly alters retirement planning and investment strategies.

Most people with pensions are planning for retirement completely wrong. In this episode, we break down why a pension changes how much you need saved, how you should invest, the lump sum vs. monthly payment decision, and the critical mistake that could impact your spouse for life. If you have a pension, your retirement strategy should look very different. Full show notes: https://www.bonfirefinancial.com/pension-retirement To learn more about Bonfire Financial, please visit: https://www.bonfirefinancial.com Disclosure: https://www.bonfirefinancial.com/disclosure

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