Retirement Planning for Couples:V2 | Flourish Financially Podcast

Planning for retirement as a couple brings unique challenges that single individuals will not face – namely, compromise and agreement.

Even the strongest couples face challenges during life transitions, and retirement is one of them. For a couple to successfully enjoy their retirement together, one of the most important things they can do is to get the timing right for both of them. That’s why it’s so important to have a thoughtful discussion beforehand. You and your spouse should have a shared understanding of your visions for retirement, your preferred timing, and even details like how to accomplish daily housework tasks. Kathy shares guidance on how to start the conversation in this episode focused on communication for couples nearing retirement.

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