Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
🔄 Career changes: Income shifts can impact retirement contribution consistency
📊Plan discipline: Rules and structure matter more with variable income
⚠️ Risk awareness: Avoid over-relying on uncertain bonuses and commissions
💰 Variable strategies: Use lump sums intentionally for retirement savings
🧭 Next steps: Build a plan that prioritizes consistency and accountability
Today’s Hack
A listener recently made a career move that looks great on paper, but it left them wondering if their retirement savings strategy could keep up. The truth is, variable income and retirement savings can absolutely coexist, but it requires more intentionality, not less. Phil shares tips on how to build discipline around irregular income, navigate plan rules, and set realistic expectations so your retirement strategy stays on track.
Go Inside the Episode:
0:00 – Intro
0:33 – Listener Question
1:02 – Pausing 401(k) Contributions at 50
4:01 – Catch-up Contributions & Tax Rules
6:35 – Baseline Parameters to Set for Yourself
9:29 – Discipline & Variable Income
If you have any questions about what we discussed in this episode, reach out and we’ll be happy to set up a time to talk.
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