

The Myth of the 80% Rule
What if everything you’ve been told about retirement spending is off the mark? This episode challenges the idea of relying on fixed percentages and explores why real retirement planning centers on lifestyle, not rules of thumb. Jimmy Lin explains why many retirees spend less than expected, the risk…

Why Saving Alone Isn’t a Retirement Plan
Fame and fortune don’t guarantee financial security, just ask the stars who watched it slip away. Inspired by a revealing look at boy band finances, Jimmy Lin breaks down why high earners—and everyday savers—can still face serious retirement risks. He explains how focusing only on saving and growth…

When Timing Wrecks Retirement Plans
What if the most dangerous moment for your retirement plan is already here? Jimmy Lin explores how historical market dips, especially early in retirement, can reshape long-term outcomes through sequence of return risk. He breaks down why early losses hurt more, how volatility impacts withdrawals, a…

The Retirement Clock Starts Sooner Than You Think
Waiting too long—or starting too early—can change how retirement planning takes shape. On this episode of The Right Path to Retirement, financial advisor Jimmy Lin discusses why the five-year mark before retirement matters so much, and what happens when people wait until the final stretch to seek g…

The Hidden Tax Domino Effect in Retirement
There’s a narrow window in retirement where tax decisions can quietly reshape everything that comes next. In this episode of The Right Path to Retirement, Jimmy Lin breaks down why ages 66 to 69 often come up in conversations around Roth conversions—and why timing alone isn’t the full story. The di…

What Uber’s Safety Update Reveals About Retirement Planning
What does an Uber safety feature have in common with retirement planning? In this episode of The Right Path to Retirement, financial advisor Jimmy Lin explores how clarity, education, and inclusion can change the way women experience financial decisions. Using real-world examples, he explains how h…

When Simpler Is Smarter: Rethinking Retirement Planning
What if simplifying your life could also simplify your retirement? This episode explores how the growing desire to disconnect from digital overload mirrors a smarter approach to retirement planning. Financial advisor Jimmy Lin discusses why complexity often adds unnecessary stress, how chasing tren…

Why Retirement Fear Persists Even with a Big Balance
What if the fear of running out of money in retirement isn’t about how much you’ve saved, but about not knowing how it turns into income? In this episode of The Right Path to Retirement, certified financial planner Jimmy Lin unpacks why so many near-retirees feel stuck despite years of saving. They…

Fear, Headlines, and Your Retirement Money
When the world feels unstable but the market keeps climbing, where should retirement savers really stand? In this episode of The Right Path to Retirement, certified financial planner Jimmy Lin breaks down why fear and logic often collide in today’s economy. From why many 401(k) investors are moving…

The 4% Rule Isn’t the Whole Story
How much can you really spend in retirement without locking yourself into a rigid rule? This episode explores why the familiar 4% withdrawal approach may fall short—and how flexible income “guardrails” can better match real life. Financial advisor Jimmy Lin breaks down dynamic spending strategies, …