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Mailbag: Forced to Retire Early- Now What?

What happens when retirement starts earlier than planned? In this mailbag episode, a listener facing a layoff at age 55 asks how concerned they should be- and what options they actually have. The conversation walks through why early retirement is more common than people expect, how the Rule of 55 can provide access to income, and why replacing your full salary may not be necessary.

Here’s what we discuss in today’s show:

🚪 Why many retirees leave work earlier than planned

📅 How the Rule of 55 can unlock penalty-free income

💰 Which accounts can help bridge the gap before 59½

🏥 How to plan for…

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