"In a new, very special Death, Sex & Money and Slate Money crossover, Felix Salmon and Anna Sale dig into the stressful world of financial advice and planning for retirement. How do you know if you're set up financially to retire? Is it possible to think about retirement without having a panic attack? How much should you track your 401k? They're joined by Felix's financial advisor Adrianna Adams from Domain Money, to dig into these questions and so much more."
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Guidance covers assessing financial readiness for retirement, including realistic income needs, savings targets, and withdrawal strategies. Practical advice addresses how to track 401(k) performance without obsessive checking and which metrics matter most. Emotional aspects receive attention, offering techniques to reduce panic and reframing retirement planning as manageable steps. Recommendations include consulting a qualified financial advisor for personalized plans, exploring visual resources such as YouTube for explanations, and considering subscription options for deeper content and ad-free listening. Contact avenues for feedback and voice memos and a newsletter and social accounts provide additional ongoing support.
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