When you think about retirement, does it ever feel like everything is an urgent must-do? Should you pay off debt, be saving more, or catch up on savings for retirement? No wonder it feels overwhelming! The truth is, trying to tackle everything at once keeps you stuck. By the end of today’s conversation, you’ll know how to cut through the noise, choose the right priority for you, and start creating a retirement plan that feels doable instead of overwhelming. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ The #1 reason competing money priorities keep you stuck✅ How to identify which financial priority matters most right now✅ Why solving one thing at a time creates confidence and momentum✅ Examples of how different priorities (debt, savings, retirement) shift the path forward✅ The key question that helps you uncover your best next step toward retirement Send me your questions, thoughts, and takeaways from the podcast via email hello@elevatefinances.us OR leave me a voice message at <a href='https://www.speakpipe.com/WealthyAfter40'>SpeakPipe</a> Take a short 5-minute quiz to find out if you're truly <a href='https://www.elevatefinances.us/quiz'>Retirement Ready</a>!! Start your retirement journey with a complimentary <a href='https://tidycal.com/elevatefinancesllc/clarity-connection-call'>Clarity Connection Call</a> Learn more about coaching at <a href='https://www.elevatefinances.us'>My Website</a>

When you think about retirement, does it ever feel like everything is an urgent must-do? Should you pay off debt, be saving more, or catch up on savings for retirement? No wonder it feels overwhelming! The truth is, trying to tackle everything at once keeps you stuck. By the end of today’s conversation, you’ll know how to cut through the noise, choose the right priority for you, and start creating a retirement plan that feels doable instead of overwhelming. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ The #1 reason competing money priorities keep you stuck ✅ How to identify which financial priority matters most right now ✅ Why solving one thing at a time creates confidence and momentum ✅ Examples of how different priorities (debt, savings, retirement) shift the path forward ✅ The key question that helps you uncover your best next step toward retirement Send me your questions, thoughts, and takeaways from the podcast via email hello@elevatefinances.us OR leave me a voice message at SpeakPipe Take a short 5-minute quiz to find out if you're truly Retirement Ready!! Start your retirement journey with a complimentary Clarity Connection Call Learn more about coaching at My Website

When you think about retirement, does it ever feel like everything is an urgent must-do? Should you pay off debt, be saving more, or catch up on savings for retirement? No wonder it feels overwhelming! The truth is, trying to tackle everything at once keeps you stuck.&nbsp;By the end of today’s conversation, you’ll know how to cut through the noise, choose the right priority for you, and start creating a retirement plan that feels doable instead of overwhelming. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ The #1 reason competing money priorities keep you stuck✅ How to identify which financial priority matters most right now✅ Why solving one thing at a time creates confidence and momentum✅ Examples of how different priorities (debt, savings, retirement) shift the path forward✅ The key question that helps you uncover your best next step toward retirement Send me your questions, thoughts, and takeaways from the podcast via email hello@elevatefinances.us OR leave me a voice message at <a href="https://www.speakpipe.com/WealthyAfter40" rel="noopener noreferrer">SpeakPipe</a> Take a short 5-minute quiz to find out if you're truly <a href="https://www.elevatefinances.us/quiz" rel="noopener noreferrer">Retirement Ready</a>!! Start your retirement journey with a complimentary <a href="https://tidycal.com/elevatefinancesllc/clarity-connection-call" rel="noopener noreferrer">Clarity Connection Call</a> Learn more about coaching at <a href="https://www.elevatefinances.us" rel="noopener noreferrer">My Website</a>

Ep 156 | What to Focus on in Retirement Planning Right Now

The Podcast That Helps Gen Xers Retire Up to 5 Years Sooner&nbsp; Top 5% Personal Finance Podcast You’ve worked hard for decades, but now the big questions are creeping in: 👉 Will I have enough to retire?👉&nbsp; Is it too late to start retirement planning? Welcome to Wealthy After 40, the podcast for Gen X women and couples who want to feel confident and clear about how to retire, even if you’re starting late or feel behind on your retirement savings. I’m Dalene Higgins, financial coach and creator of the Aligned Money Method. I help Gen Xers take control of their personal finances by building a money system that fits their values and lifestyle, so they can save consistently, manage budgeting with ease, and prepare to retire on their own terms. Each week, you’ll get step-by-step guidance for retirement planning, smart budgeting strategies, and realistic ways to grow your savings, both your emergency fund and retirement savings, without overwhelm. If you’re ready to stop stressing about money, build a financial plan you trust, and create a future you’re excited about, this podcast is for you. Retirement isn’t out of reach. Let’s simplify your next steps with clear advice on how to retire, starting today. Your first step is a financial reality check-up inside the Retirement Roadmap Session.&nbsp; Book your free Clarity Connection Call at elevatefinances.us/connection to learn how the Retirement Roadmap Session will help you make retirement possible.&nbsp;Visit my website at elevatefinances.us to learn more or share with me your thoughts, questions, and challenges related to retirement at hello@elevatefinances.us

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The Podcast That Helps Gen Xers Retire Up to 5 Years Sooner  Top 5% Personal Finance Podcast You’ve worked hard for decades, but now the big questions are creeping in: 👉 Will I have enough to retire? 👉  Is it too late to start retirement planning? Welcome to Wealthy After 40, the podcast for Gen X women and couples who want to feel confident and clear about how to retire, even if you’re starting late or feel behind on your retirement savings. I’m Dalene Higgins, financial coach and creator of the Aligned Money Method. I help Gen Xers take control of their personal finances by building a money system that fits their values and lifestyle, so they can save consistently, manage budgeting with ease, and prepare to retire on their own terms. Each week, you’ll get step-by-step guidance for retirement planning, smart budgeting strategies, and realistic ways to grow your savings, both your emergency fund and retirement savings, without overwhelm. If you’re ready to stop stressing about money, build a financial plan you trust, and create a future you’re excited about, this podcast is for you. Retirement isn’t out of reach. Let’s simplify your next steps with clear advice on how to retire, starting today. Your first step is a financial reality check-up inside the Retirement Roadmap Session.  Book your free Clarity Connection Call at elevatefinances.us/connection to learn how the Retirement Roadmap Session will help you make retirement possible.   Visit my website at elevatefinances.us to learn more or share with me your thoughts, questions, and challenges related to retirement at hello@elevatefinances.us

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