Ready to tiptoe into 2026 and finally get intentional about your money, your time, and—yes—your retirement dreams? On this lively episode of Retire Right with Alan Becker, Nikki Vivas and Alan kick off the new year with dad jokes, tough truths, and the real questions you should be asking before trading your work shoes for slippers. Whether you’re wrestling with resolutions, wondering when to hang it up, or just curious if your Saturday “fun money” is putting your golden years at risk, this conversation pulls back the curtain on what it really means to retire with purpose.

Alan dishes out candid advice, uproarious analogies, and even a surprising story about casinos and risk tolerance—as well as the one word he thinks could change everything about your financial future. Don’t miss the mailbag questions that bring up retirement fears, Social Security optimization, and why the next market downturn isn’t the disaster you might think. So grab your favorite beverage, hit play, and discover what it takes to retire right—spoiler: it’s not just about your number.


On this episode of "Retire Right with Alan Becker," Alan and the Retirement Solutions Group team break down essential retirement planning topics, including taxes, Social Security, long-term care, and market trends. Discover actionable strategies and real-life advice to help you navigate the complexities of retirement.

Whether you’re planning for the future or managing your retirement right now, you’ll find valuable tips to help you retire with confidence.