EPISODE 19
What are the logistics of being retired?
From taxes to health care and more, here’s how to shift from retirement saving to retirement spending.
published: May 13, 2026
You’ve spent decades saving for retirement, but what happens once the paycheck stops For many retirees, the hardest part isn’t building wealth, it’s understanding the nuts and bolts of living off it. Which accounts should cover expenses? How do taxes get paid? What happens to healthcare once your employer is no longer handling it?
In this episode of Money on Your Mind, host Michael Leirsch sits down with financial planner Glynis Bannan to unpack the emotional and logistical challenges that come with transitioning into retirement. Together, they explore why so many people feel anxious during this stage of life, how personalized financial planning can help organize your thoughts and why creating structure in retirement is just as important as having structure during your working years.
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