The Best Way to Leave Money Behind

What does research say about retirement withdrawal strategies that are specifically designed to leave more money behind? We'll walk through what the research says works best, the trade-offs involved, and why the "right" strategy depends on what you're really trying to optimize in retirement. Quote: "Smaller gifts sooner can be more impactful than larger gifts later." - Benjamin Brandt We've also got a great listener question from Tom about the three big company retirement plans — 401(k)s, 403(b)s, and 457s. On the surface they all look the same, but the rules under the hood are very different, and those differences can have a huge impact on taxes, flexibility, and when you can actually use your money. We'll break down what "qualified" really means, which accounts may be easier to tap earlier, and how to think about simplifying all of this as you head into retirement. And we wrap up the episode with what our happiest retired listeners are up to in our "Retire to Something" segment. Article: The Best Retirement Strategies for Leaving Money Behind by Amy C. Arnott, CFA in Morningstar Connect with Benjamin Brandt:

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The Best Way to Leave Money Behind is an episode from Retirement Starts Today Radio by Benjamin Brandt CFP®, RICP®.

This episode is 22:25 long.

This episode was published on Feb 16, 2026.

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