Is your retirement plan based on outdated assumptions—or real-world trends?

In this episode of Women’s Money Wisdom, Melissa Joy, CFP®, breaks down how retirement is changing—especially for women and Gen Xers. 

From unexpected post-retirement spending spikes to the growing trend of phased retirement, Melissa shares insights on what today’s retirees really need to be thinking about.

You’ll hear why traditional assumptions about retirement may no longer apply, how inflation and rising costs are impacting timelines, and why confidence levels vary so dramatically between generations and genders.

Whether you're planning decades ahead or approaching retirement soon, this conversation will help you understand the trends, risks, and planning opportunities shaping the future of retirement.

Key Topics Covered:

• Why retirement spending often increases—not decreases—right after leaving the workforce
• The impact of inflation and rising living costs on retirement timelines
• Confidence disparities across age groups and between men and women
• Commonly underestimated costs in retirement—especially healthcare
• How phased retirement is changing the traditional retirement model
• The importance of flexible, forward-looking planning strategies

Tune in to gain valuable insights on how to build a retirement strategy that’s both realistic and resilient—regardless of where you are in your journey.

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