Ready, Set, Retire!

In today's show, we delve into a topic that's both practical and essential for securing your family's future: the importance of having open financial conversations with your adult children. It's surprising how many habits we carry from childhood into adulthood, and this extends to the way we manage our households. According to a recent poll, three out of five individuals still follow their parents' example when it comes to cleaning the kitchen before bedtime or even washing dishes in the same order as their parents did. Our discussion takes a turn towards financial planning and how these generational patterns can influence our approach to money management.The financial landscape has seen its share of challenges, from the aftermath of the recession to the rising credit card debt, 401(k) withdrawals, and car loan defaults. Steve emphasizes that it's essential to look beyond the surface and recognize these subtle indicators of financial stress, which may affect both parents and their adult children.  #retirement