Retirement Rookie: Worried about a Market Crash Right After Retiring?

Being worried about a market crash right after retiring is a major fear for many people both before and after taking the plunge. I often hear these anxieties:

“I’m scared to retire even though I have enough money in every projection. What happens if there is a market crash right after I retire?”

“We just retired, but are hesitant to spend money in case we have a market crash.”

You’re not alone—thousands of people have had the same worry. But does the data actually support this fear?

In my latest podcast episode you’ll learn:

• Do we need to worry about a market crash right after retiring?

• Should we have the same worry in future years?

• Can I really be financially independent for life?

• How can I confidently take the plunge and retire when the market might crash?

• What should you do when the market crashes during retirement?

• Should I go back to work?

• What has happened in history with market crashes during retirement?

• What types of investments most reliably provide a solid income for a 30-year retirement?

• How can you let go of the fear?