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.

Ready to shake off those old financial habits and start your retirement planning off right in the new year? Join Alan Becker and Nikki Vivas as they share real talk—and plenty of laughs—about how a hot market, inflation, and procrastination could make or break your retirement game in 2026. Whether you’re feeling optimistic or stepping into the year on tiptoe, this episode is packed with “aha” moments, relatable stories, and maybe a dad joke or two that will make you rethink your money mindset.

Curious if you’ve outgrown your financial advisor? Wondering if there’s a difference between playing it safe and missing out? Alan and Nikki pull back the curtain on the most overlooked parts of retirement planning—like hidden fees, tax traps, and why “just winging it” is not a strategy. With questions from listeners just like you, and practical tips to get your financial house in order, this episode is your invitation to finally make your retirement dreams a priority. Don’t miss it—the conversation might just change the way you retire.


















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.

Ever wonder what the truly wealthy know about money that the rest of us might be missing? In this lively episode of Retire Right with Alan Becker, Nikki Vivas sits down with Alan to peel back the curtain on the habits, mindsets, and sometimes-surprising money moves that can make all the difference in your retirement journey. Whether you’re dreaming of travel, spoiling the grandkids, or reinventing yourself, Alan’s practical wisdom and a dash of humor (don’t miss the dad joke!) will leave you rethinking your next financial steps.

Curious how the “buckets” strategy can boost your confidence—even when markets get shaky? Or why being honest about your spending could be your secret weapon? Tune in for stories, strategy, and a few sweet surprises that will have you reaching for that financial “blueprint.” Your future self will thank you for pressing play!


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.

Ready to retire with true confidence? In this episode of Retire Right, Alan Becker and Nikki Vivas dig deep into the most common—yet often overlooked—retirement mistakes that could throw a wrench in your plans. From emotional attachments to money, to the panic that hits when you’re just a few years away from finally clocking out, Alan shares the insider stories and tough-love advice you won’t hear anywhere else. Ever wonder what your nest egg is really for, or what happens if you don’t spend it? You might be surprised!

But don’t think this is all doom and gloom. Alan reveals smart strategies for turning challenges into opportunities and making your money truly work for you—not just in theory, but in your life. Whether it’s Social Security timing, healthcare pitfalls, or family drama around college loans (and the dreaded father-in-law advice!), you’ll leave this episode armed with sharp questions and inspired to take action. Hit play and find out how to prepare for the unexpected—and maybe even laugh at a dad joke or two. Your retirement checklist starts right here!


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.

What if doing nothing is your riskiest retirement move? In this episode of Retire Right, Alan Becker and Nikki Vivas dive headfirst into the biggest financial headlines of 2025—with a dash of humor and practical wisdom. From the flurry over the "Big Beautiful Bill" to the shifting sands of Social Security strategies, Alan reveals why the status quo could cost you, and how taking action now sets the stage for a better tomorrow. Plus, Alan shares the real stories and surprising pitfalls that catch retirees off guard—and how you can avoid them.

Curious whether the infamous 4% rule still works, or why most retirees fear running out of money? Wondering what happens when your financial advisor doesn’t really speak your language, or how to actually enjoy your hard-earned nest egg without second-guessing every step? Tune in as Alan and Nikki pull back the curtain on timely retirement decisions—and sprinkle in laughs, a dad joke or two, and actionable ways to rethink your next chapter. Your future starts here… but it might not look the way you expect!


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.

Ready to stop worrying and start planning the retirement you deserve? In this lively episode, Alan Becker unpacks the latest Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment, talks strategies for turning your savings into income, and reveals why those annual government increases may not stretch as far as you hoped. Small business owners—you won’t want to miss Alan’s insider tips on preparing your own financial exit plan and getting paid what you’re really worth!

But that’s just the beginning. From Disney hacks to dad jokes to unexpected detours like house hunting in retirement, Alan and his co-host tackle real listener questions and issues you haven’t considered yet. Wondering if you’re spending too much, not enough, or just craving a little “mailbox money”? Tune in and discover the pitfalls, surprises, and secret sauce of retiring right—plus how to make sure your weekends never end.


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.

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.

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.

Ready or not, fall is here—and with it comes the whirlwind of Medicare open enrollment! On this episode of Retire Right, Alan Becker and Nikki Vivas kick off the season by diving into the latest twists, turns, and surprises in healthcare coverage for retirees. Ever wonder what’s really changing with Medicare this year, or how to protect your prescriptions, pocketbook, and peace of mind as you face the open enrollment maze? Alan spills insider tips, cautions against common pitfalls, and shares the one website that could revolutionize how you pay for your medication. Trust us, you won’t want to miss the details.

But that's just the beginning. Retirement planning isn’t what it used to be, and Alan’s seen it all—from million-dollar myth-busting to keeping blended families happy with strategic legacy moves. Hear real listener questions, true confessions from the mailbag, and discover how to dodge those crushing tax surprises that sneak up when you finally clock out for good. If you want smart, actionable advice (and maybe a dad joke or two) for protecting your future, this episode is a must-listen. Ready to retire right? Hit play and get the answers you deserve!


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.

Are you standing at the edge of retirement, wondering if your hard-earned nest egg will go the distance? This week on Retire Right with Alan Becker, we dive into the real-life strategies that can give your retirement plan an edge—all with a dash of Chiefs football energy and a fresh-baked cookie waiting at the office. Alan and Nikki tackle everything from making sense of Social Security to facing market volatility and tax surprises, with relatable stories and a few good laughs along the way.

Ready for the answers to the most common retirement questions (and maybe even the ones you didn’t know to ask)? Don’t miss our mailbag segment, real listener dilemmas, and Alan’s tried-and-true income planning approach. Whether you’ve got piles of papers and worries or just a Big Mac price shock, tune in for smart ideas, candid advice, and some eye-opening tricks to help you retire with confidence. Plus, if you stay to the end, there’s a classic dad joke you won’t want to miss!


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.