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    Avoid Retirement Failures

    enJune 23, 2023
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    About this Episode

    Alan discusses some of the most common retirement failures and offers suggestions in how to avoid them while also addressing common concerns people have in areas such as income security, asset protection, and long term care.  What is Critical Retirement Thinking and how can it help you succeed in the business of retirement?  Alan provides the answers.

    You can reach Alan Kifer by calling 800-779-3319.

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