One percent feels harmless—until it quietly reshapes your entire retirement. On this episode, Mark Cordner breaks down how small investment fees can translate into millions over time, and why focusing only on cost can be a costly mistake. The conversation expands beyond numbers into the often‑ignored emotional side of retirement: purpose, identity, and what you’re actually retiring toward. From fee value to longevity and redefining retirement age, this episode challenges common assumptions about planning for the decades ahead.
Are You Ready to Embrace Your Golden Years?

Market Swings, Medicare, and Marriage in Retirement
16:16

What Most Retirement Plans Don’t Account For
18:28

The Clock on Social Security Is Ticking—Now What?
17:04