Ramsey Everyday Millionaires How Do I Help My Dad Plan for Retirement?
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Nov 21, 2025 A caller shares about his father's life as a long-haul trucker and how he managed to buy multiple farms. With a monthly income from these properties, the father seems financially set, yet he remains hesitant to retire. The hosts explore options for maximizing this wealth, such as diversifying investments, while acknowledging the father's emotional ties to the land. Ultimately, they advise the caller to have open discussions to offer peace of mind without pressuring his dad, promoting a healthy family relationship.
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Son Describes Dad’s Lifetime Of Trucking
- The caller (Guest Caller (G)) described his 65–67-year-old father working as a long-haul truck driver for ~40 years and being rarely home.
- The family owns 110+ acres across four paid-off properties that generate modest rental and lease income, but Dad still prefers driving.
Convert Real Estate To Increase Cash Flow
- Consider converting part of the real estate into diversified investments to increase cash flow and reduce concentration risk.
- Selling a portion or moving funds into higher-yield accounts could produce substantially more annual income than current farm leases.
You Can't Force Someone To Retire
- You cannot force a 65-year-old who defines himself by work to retire just by talking; change requires personal readiness.
- Have the conversation for your own peace of mind but enter with zero expectation of changing his mind.