Rocking a Solo Retirement: Nick's Views/Laura's Views

Jan 29, 2025

Laura and Nick share unique insights on navigating retirement as solo individuals without traditional support. They discuss the emotional aspects of financial management and the importance of community in combating loneliness. With a focus on housing, healthcare, and social connections, they highlight the need for resilience and planning. Listeners will appreciate their practical tips for building support networks and the significance of creating engagement opportunities in retirement. Personal stories add depth to their reflections on independence and financial strategies.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Navigating Retirement Planning Challenges

02:28 • 9min

Navigating Aging: Housing, Healthcare, and Social Connections

11:46 • 11min

Navigating Retirement Investments

22:30 • 14min

Navigating Aging and Independence

36:01 • 17min

Creating Opportunities and Embracing Bravery in Retirement Planning

52:34 • 2min

Practical Insights and Historical Reflections on Retirement

55:01 • 4min

In this final episode of the Retirement Plan Live series, we welcome back Laura and Nick to discuss their unique perspectives on investment risk and aging, particularly from the viewpoint of individuals without a traditional support network. They share their insights on how to navigate financial planning while maintaining a fulfilling life in retirement. Join us as we explore the importance of resilience and community in retirement planning, and don't miss the upcoming live events for deeper engagement!

OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE RETIREMENT ANSWER MAN

(00:00) Today is the last in the Retirement Plan Live series with Laura and Nick.
(00:45) On this episode Roger will talk about retiring as a single person with no children.

LAURA’S VIEWS

(01:58) Laura says she doesn’t want to spend her retirement just managing finances.
(06:52) Roger asks Laura about her experience with markets and risks in investment.
(12:15) Roger asks Laura what her ideal situation would be for housing and how she plans to maintain her home as she ages.
(15:50) "As we age, the current pulls us to isolation." Roger talks about Laura’s social plans in retirement.
(18:25) One area that Laura is going to have more evolved skills is living alone and navigating socially as a single person.
(21:19) On January 30th, Roger and Laura are going to review Laura's vision in a LIVE webinar.

NICK’S VIEWS

(22:36) Roger asks Nick if there is anything else that has come to mind from previous conversations on the show.
(25:30) Roger and Nick talk about investing when it comes to risk in stocks and bonds.
(29:05) Roger weighs in on becoming more financially conservative in early retirement.
(35:52) Nick reflects on aging and maintaining his home as a single man with no children.
(37:45) Nick says he lives in a multifamily home with a robust community with a senior center.
(47:50) Roger talks to Nick about living in a metropolitan area and volunteering in retirement.
(53:12) On February 3, Roger and Nick are going to review Nick's vision in a LIVE webinar.

SMART SPRINT

(55:22) In the next seven days, visit the Hartford website link that we share in Six Shot Saturday to explore the MIT Age Lab studies.

BONUS

(56:58) Roger reads from his grandfather’s WWII journal.

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