Mastering Your Wealth

Your Retirement Paycheck: Why the First Year Matters Most


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Retirement can feel uncertain when your paycheck disappears—but what replaces it? David Gagnan breaks down why the first year of retirement sets the tone for decades, and how a lack of structure—not savings—often creates financial anxiety. He explains the importance of building a personalized income plan, coordinating accounts, managing inflation risk, and shifting from accumulation to distribution. The conversation also highlights common mistakes in the final years before retirement and why flexibility, liquidity, and clarity around spending are critical to sustaining income over time.

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Mastering Your WealthBy David Gagnon