Full Show: 6 Mistakes To Avoid Before Retiring Early | Clark Howard Video

Are you dreaming of an early retirement but worried about making costly mistakes? In this episode, Wes uncovers six critical errors to avoid before taking the leap. With recent trends of companies offering buyouts and encouraging early exits, it's more important than ever to be prepared. Wes explores the shift in retirement expectations, from the traditional model to the modern reality, and discusses how to navigate this changing landscape. Don't let these common mistakes derail your early retirement dreams.

Plus, Christa shares your #AskWes questions and Wes gives his take. All this and more on the March 11, 2025, Ask an Advisor episode of the Clark Howard podcast. Submit your questions at link

00:00 - Intro
03:41 - 6 Mistakes To Avoid Before Retiring Early
12:58 - Ask an Advisor - Is early retirement realistic at 55 with $1.1M saved, a $180k mortgage at 3%, and a $3,400-$3,600 monthly retirement budget? Should I focus on paying off the house or saving more in my 401k/Roth? — John in Minnesota
17:47 - Ask an Advisor - Which is better for stable income: Vanguard VTEB municipal bond ETF or Treasury I Bonds? Also, in retirement, should I sell taxable stocks, Roth IRA, or traditional 401k/IRA first? Any recommended income funds that avoid annuities? — Michael in Georgia
22:15 - 6 Mistakes To Avoid Before Retiring Early
28:22 - Ask an Advisor - When selling my California home and moving to Arizona, where can I safely park $1M in proceeds while house hunting — with full protection and immediate liquidity? — Teri in California
31:24 - Ask an Advisor - How do YieldMax ETFs like TSLY work, and are they too risky for larger investments? I’m getting high dividends, but value is mostly stable. — Brian in Texas

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