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E57: Is Your 401(k) Really Safe? Think Again!

Lampson Retirement Episode 57

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Your 401(k) might seem safe, but is it really? If you’ve ever left a job and wondered what to do with your old 401(k), or if market downturns make you nervous, THIS episode is for you. 💰⚠️

🎢 Market Volatility: Why your 401(k) could be losing money without you realizing it.
🔄 Rollover Strategies: Should you move your old 401(k) into a safer investment vehicle? We break it down.
📜 SECURE 2.0 Act: New retirement rule changes that could work in your favor.
🚨 401(k) Mistakes to Avoid: Ignoring your account, withdrawing too early, and trusting the wrong financial advisors.

🔥 Current Events We’re Talking About:
🚀 Astronauts Return to Earth – A successful mission wrap-up, but Tracie's roots would be HORRIBLE by the time she returned to Earth!
🔥 Montgomery County Wildfires – A fast-moving fire forced evacuations. We discuss how to stay prepared using an app!
🚔 HCSO Tragedy – Four reported su*c*des in six weeks. Is this a mental health crisis being overlooked?
🏖️ Spring Break Shenanigans – Tracie had big cooking plans for her grandkids… until she remembered she’s retired from all that! Meanwhile, Rahnie’s household was all about gaming marathons.


Don’t miss this one! Tune in to Episode 57 now and get your retirement strategy on track. 🔥

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