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4%

of retirees claim Social Security at the most financially optimal time, costing the average household around $111,000 in lost lifetime income.¹

1 in 2

retirees say they wish they had started planning for retirement earlier, according to a survey of Americans between the ages of 55 and 80.²

12 Years

is the average window between when Americans claim Social Security and when travel and leisure spending begins to decline due to health, not finances.³

Latest Retirement Episodes

Still Working at 65? Don’t Make This Medicare Mistake!

Learn how to avoid lifetime premium penalties for Part B and Part D — and what you need to know whether you're still working or already retired.

Where Should You Pull Funds from First in Retirement?

When the paycheck stops, the real challenge begins. Phibbs Financial walks you through which accounts to tap first, how to minimize taxes, and how to avoid the mistakes that drain portfolios too early.

Understand Spousal Social Security Benefits

Learn how claiming benefits early can affect your Social Security spousal benefits. Understanding Social Security spousal benefits can be complex, but it's crucial for retirement planning.

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No-Cost Retirement Inspection®

You wouldn't sign a 30-year mortgage without an inspection, so why navigate a 30-year retirement without one? Our proprietary report helps provide the framework needed to answer some of your most pressing financial questions, such as:
How much can you spend per month?
Is there an opportunity to reduce your taxes?
Are you taking too much risk with your investments?
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By Trevor Phibbs June 10, 2026
From the 4% rule to the guardrail strategy, we break down six retirement withdrawal approaches — and explain why how you draw down your portfolio may matter as much as how you built it.
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By Trevor Phibbs June 10, 2026
The traditional withdrawal sequence — taxable first, then IRA, then Roth — can quietly build a tax problem that's hard to undo. Here's a smarter order that extends your portfolio for decades.
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By Trevor Phibbs June 10, 2026
The spousal benefit rules are among the most misunderstood in Social Security. One wrong filing decision can permanently cost a couple tens of thousands — here's how to get it right.
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By Trevor Phibbs June 10, 2026
From the 4% rule to the guardrail strategy, we break down six retirement withdrawal approaches — and explain why how you draw down your portfolio may matter as much as how you built it.
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By Trevor Phibbs June 10, 2026
Two under-the-radar tax traps — phantom tax and the Social Security/Roth conversion clash — can quietly cost retirees tens of thousands of dollars. Here's how to spot them and plan around them.
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The Retiree's Honest Guide to Annuities: What to Buy, What to Avoid, and Why It Matters

A plain-English breakdown of the five most popular annuity types, including the one type we recommend for savers approaching or entering retirement.
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Two Sneaky Tax Traps That Can Cost Retirees Tens of Thousands of Dollars

Two overlooked tax traps — Social Security timing and phantom tax — can quietly push a simple IRA withdrawal to a 49% effective rate.

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Social Security Spousal Benefits: The Filing Rules That Could Cost You Thousands

One filing mistake can permanently reduce your household Social Security income — here's what couples need to know before they claim.

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Six Common Withdrawal Strategies In Retirement (Plus the One We Recommend)

Six retirement withdrawal strategies explained — including the one we recommend for spending with confidence through every market cycle.

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The Smart Retirement Withdrawal Order: Why the Conventional Sequence Can Cost You

The conventional withdrawal order can quietly build a tax problem — here's the smarter sequence that keeps more money in your pocket.

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