Our 2 Cents

Episode 212: Behavior, Budgets, and the World’s Oldest Human


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In this episode of Our 2 Cents, the Lewits dive into the power of behavioral economics. They explore why many young adults are still living with their parents, the world’s oldest living person, and why retirees lean on guaranteed income over other assets. Tune in now using the link below!

  1. Quotes of the Month:
    • I never did a day’s work in my whole life. It was all fun.” – Thomas Edison
    • “Money can’t buy you happiness, but it does bring you a more pleasant form of misery.” – Spike Milligan
       
  2. When Living at Home Becomes the Norm:
    • Many Gen Z and millennials continue to rely on financial support from their parents.
    • Explore the key factors driving this trend, and find out where the highest number of young adults are still living at home.

  3. A Remarkable Age Milestone:
    • Discover how old the world’s oldest living person is and how she's reached such an incredible age.
       
  4. Retirees Afraid to Touch Savings:
    • Learn why so many retirees decide to rely mainly on guaranteed income sources instead of dipping into their other assets.
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