Retirement planning isn't always a smooth ride, and sometimes it can feel more like spinning a wheel or picking a mystery box. In this playful but practical episode, Craig and Jennifer turn retirement planning into a game show, using iconic formats like The Price is Right and Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader? to unpack the real-life financial decisions people face every day.

Underneath the fun lies serious wisdom. Craig and Jennifer discuss why focusing only on "the pile of money" misses the bigger picture, how the timing of your pension or Social Security benefits can make or break your plan, and why cash flow, not just account balances, is what truly matters. You'll also hear their take on simplifying your strategy so it works for you in real life, and not just on paper.

Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:

🎯 Why your "magic number" might be misleading

🏦 The real cost of pre-tax retirement savings

🧮 Social Security timing tricks that boost payouts

🧠 How to simplify your plan

🧾 What game shows can teach us about income planning

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