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March 19, 2025 23 mins

What does early retirement really look like? Is it about quitting work—or about creating more freedom and flexibility in your life?

In this episode of Shaping Your Retirement, we chat with Cory Bittner, CRPC®, co-founder of Falcon Wealth Advisors and host of the Upticks podcast, to explore the realities of retiring early.

💡 Topics we cover: ✔️ How to access your retirement funds before 59 ½  ✔️ The importance of healthcare and tax planning in early retirement ✔️ Why some of the happiest retirees still work in some capacity ✔️ The key to maintaining purpose and avoiding post-retirement regret

Whether you’re planning to retire at 50 or just want to know your options, this episode is full of valuable insights to help you retire smarter.

Cory Bittner's website is: https://falconwealthadvisors.com/

Cory Bittner's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corybittner/

 

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Shaping Your Retirement

Non-financial Retirement Coaches Jess and Leslie Mizerak believe in shaping a fulfilling life in retirement that represents who you are and what you want to accomplish. For some, that means time with family and friends or traveling; for others, it’s taking care of health or volunteering. Our co-hosts discuss retirement trends and interview guests who bring fresh perspectives to listeners who are thinking about retirement or wanting to get more out of their retirement experience. 

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Shaping Your Retirement is a podcast for anyone preparing for retirement – or currently in retirement – and wanting to explore new ideas and ways of living this phase of life. Hosted by Retirement & Executive Coaches Jess Mizerak and Leslie Mizerak, Shaping Your Retirement discusses the philosophy of retirement from a whole person perspective.  Join us for engaging discussions that help you shape your retirement.

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