We live in an increasingly frictionless world, with automatic bill payments and 401(k) contributions, but too few people apply this strategy to their emergency savings, and the result has been an increased rate of early retirement distributions for unforeseen expenses. Donna discusses the prevailing problem of 401(k) leakage, and how automating your savings can help you avoid it. Also on MoneyTalk, non-retirement planning blind spots, and keeping up with inherited IRA distribution rules. Host: Donna Sowa Allard, CFP®, AIF®; Air Date: 8/18/2025. Have a question for the hosts? Visit sowafinancial.com/moneytalk to join the conversation!

We live in an increasingly frictionless world, with automatic bill payments and 401(k) contributions, but too few people apply this strategy to their emergency savings, and the result has been an increased rate of early retirement distributions for unforeseen expenses. Donna discusses the prevailing problem of 401(k) leakage, and how automating your savings can help you avoid it. Also on MoneyTalk, non-retirement planning blind spots, and keeping up with inherited IRA distribution rules. Host: Donna Sowa Allard, CFP&reg;, AIF&reg;; Air Date: 8/18/2025. Have a question for the hosts? Visit sowafinancial.com/moneytalk to join the conversation!

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Sowa Financial Group Inc.

24 Albion Rd. Ste. 340

Lincoln, RI 02865

(401) 434-8090

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Moneytalk’s content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice or a recommendation. Please consult your financial professional for your individual situation. Securities and advisory services offered through Commonwealth Financial Network®, Member <a href="http://www.FINRA.org">www.FINRA.org</a> + <a href="http://www.SIPC.org">www.SIPC.org</a>, a Registered Investment Adviser. Additional advisory services offered through Sowa Financial Group, Inc are separate and unrelated to Commonwealth.
Sowa Financial Group Inc.
24 Albion Rd. Ste. 340
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 434-8090

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