Why So Many Americans Feel Unprepared for Retirement (And What to Do About It)

About this episode

Josh Jalinski discusses the reasons many Americans feel unprepared for retirement and offers strategies for effective retirement planning.

You’ve worked hard, saved money, and checked the boxes... So why does retirement still feel uncertain? Josh breaks down the hidden gaps in retirement planning, why many Americans nearing retirement still feel financially stressed, and how to build a coordinated plan for income, liquidity, taxes, healthcare, and long-term security. Plus: the shocking retirement savings statistic that reveals just how unprepared many people really are. Can't get enough of The Financial Quarterback? Click ‘Subscribe’ so you never miss a play. If you’re enjoying the show, leave a 5-star rating and drop a review—it helps keep the game going!

People in this episode

Host: Josh Jalinski

Topics covered

• retirement planning
• financial stress
• income planning
• liquidity
• taxes
• healthcare
• long-term security

Keywords

• retirement
• financial planning
• savings
• income
• liquidity
• taxes
• healthcare
• security

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