About this episode

This episode discusses the critical financial steps to take in the first 90 days after a job change.

A job change can feel exciting, stressful, or sometimes unexpected—but financially, it's one of the biggest transition points people experience. In this Savvy Series conversation, Catherine and Rachel break down why the first 90 days after a job change matter far more than most people realize. A new role doesn't just mean a new paycheck. It can trigger shifts in taxes, benefits, risk exposure, and long-term financial planning. The question isn't simply "What's my new salary?" —it's whether your entire financial strategy still works with this new chapter. In this episode, the discussion walks through the critical steps to take during the first 30, 60, and 90 days after a job change. From understanding your true compensation package to resetting tax withholding, reviewing retirement plans, rebuilding emergency reserves, and revisiting estate documents, these early decisions can have lasting consequences. Whether the transition was planned or unexpected, the early months provide a powerful opportunity to reset and design your finances intentionally. Highlights from the episode: Why a job change is also a tax, benefit, and risk shift The key financial tasks to address in the first 30…

People in this episode

Hosts: Catherine, Rachel

Topics covered

• job change
• financial planning
• taxes
• benefits
• risk exposure
• compensation

Keywords

• job transition
• financial strategy
• tax withholding
• retirement plans
• emergency reserves
• estate documents

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