Pre-Retirement Checklist: What to Do in the Year Before You Retire

Pre-Retirement Checklist: What to Do in the Year Before You Retire

May 5, 2026 · 34 min · Season 1 · Episode 123

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The episode discusses essential steps to take before retirement, addressing listener questions.

A 64-year-old listener planning to retire in about a year asked Ryan for a practical checklist. Ryan's answer covers eight areas: gather all your data first, including pensions from multiple states and any old retirement accounts; get clear on your spending and goals; build your income plan; think through the tax and Social Security interplay; understand Medicare, IRMAA, and healthcare costs; review your insurance; make sure your estate documents are current; and keep enough cash on hand for ...

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Hosts: Ryan Nelson, Aaron Hoisington

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