The Retirement Number You've Been Chasing May Not Matter Most & Unexpected Retirement Changes Everything? | Are You Planning or Just Saving? & Hurdles You Need to Be Aware Of

On this episode of Clearwater Retirement: - Is the retirement number everyone talks about sending you in the wrong direction? - Michael Masor explains why retirement planning is more about creating income than reaching a specific savings goal. - Learn how annuities may fit into a broader retirement strategy, why losing a spouse can create unexpected tax challenges, and how early retirement can happen sooner than planned. - The conversation also covers inflation, emergency funds, healthcare costs, Social Security, and common retirement blind spots that can affect long-term financial decisions. **Head down your Clear Path to Retirement with Michael today!** See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.