When everyday bills start competing with your retirement savings, the pressure can feel relentless. In this episode, Brooks walks through the real conversations he’s having with retirees who are considering tapping retirement accounts just to keep up with rising costs. From hidden tax consequences to overlooked alternatives like budgeting tweaks, debt restructuring, and forgotten accounts, the discussion focuses on slowing down before making irreversible moves.
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