Market Pullbacks, Retirement Paychecks, and the Cost You Didn’t See Coming

February 17, 2026

What do Oreo cookies, market pullbacks, and retirement taxes have in common? More than you might expect. On this episode Steve Aul breaks down market volatility warnings, income planning in retirement, and why expectations—whether about investment risk, withdrawal rates, or taxes—don’t always match reality. The conversation explores asset protection strategies, retirement income options, the real cost of taxes on 401(k)s and IRAs, and the decisions retirees face when rolling over employer plans, all with practical perspective and relatable analogies.

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