Is your vision of retirement perfectly aligned with your spouse’s, or are you orbiting two completely different planets? In this episode, Dr. Chris breaks down the five critical "mission checks" every couple needs to ensure their relationship survives the transition from the workplace to the home front. We also tackle a common listener question about how to handle your adult children’s first tax filings without knocking your own financial flight plan off course.
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EPISODE RESOURCES:
→ What Issues Should I Consider Before I Retire? -- Dr. Chris' 32-point checklist
→ The Five Conversations Every Couple Needs Before Retirement -- Dan Haylett 
→ Grab the Episode Show Notes

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