Simplifying your life may be trendy—but simplifying your retirement plan could matter even more. This episode explores why many people enter retirement with scattered accounts, unclear income expectations, and unexpected tax surprises. Jason Bergey discusses the difference between “paper wealth” and usable income, why a million dollars isn’t always what it seems, and how taxes, timing, and asset sales can quickly change the picture. The conversation also looks at reducing complexity, consolidating accounts, and planning for both the financial and lifestyle side of retirement.
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