What if the retirement you’ve spent decades planning for turns out nothing like you expected? Brooks Bernhagen explains why many retirees discover their biggest fears never materialize and how retirement often evolves into something simpler, more fulfilling, and more flexible than imagined. From changing spending habits and unexpected income sources to shifting priorities around family, travel, and purpose, Brooks shares real-life examples of retirement plans that took surprising turns. Plus, he outlines why building a flexible strategy, rather than a rigid roadmap, may be one of the most important parts of retirement planning.

Listen to Brooks every Saturday at 7 a.m. on KOTA.

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