Retire Sooner

On a Mission to Help 1,000,000 People Retire Sooner®

Retire Sooner

Hosted by Wes Moss, a seasoned finance professional, best-selling author, broadcaster, and educator, the Retire Sooner Podcast dives deep into the habits of the happiest retirees. Wes shares professional insights on key money and lifestyle strategies you can start implementing today to help you build financial security without sacrificing happiness along the way.

 

Leveraging 20+ years of experience as an investment advisor, Wes, alongside Christa DiBiase from The Clark Howard Podcast, answers listener questions and provides actionable advice on building a fulfilling retirement.

 

With over 2 million downloads, The Retire Sooner Podcast is on a mission to simplify retirement planning by cutting through financial jargon and replacing it with real-life strategies for a secure, enjoyable future. Subscribe now and start planning for the retirement you deserve!

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All Episodes

#243 – Retire Sooner, Retire Smarter: 6 Costly Mistakes to Avoid for Financial Freedom

Dive into the six biggest mistakes early retirees often make—and how to avoid them. Are

#242 – 10 Habits of the Happiest Retirees: Smart Money Moves & Fulfilling Lifestyles

Break down the five financial habits of the happiest retirees—including how much money y

#241 – How Much Do You Need To Retire? Break It Down And Fill The Gap

Tackle the million-dollar retirement question: How much is enough? Use Wes’s "Fill the G

#240 – Millionaire Mindset Unlocked: Hard Work, Thoughtful Investing, and Bogle’s Playbook Might Fast-Track Your Retirement

Probe America’s "mini-millionaires"—how they earn, invest, and build wealth through ha

#239 – Lump Sum Or Pension? Crack the 6% Code + Market Highs & Retirement Power Moves

Should you take a lump sum or pension payout? Use the 6% Test to help you decide. With mar

#238 – 5 Powerful Portfolio Diversification Strategies to Reduce Market Anxiety + The Army Of American Productivity

Discover 5 powerful portfolio diversification strategies to help reduce market anxiety and

#237 – It’s Never Too Late To Start Saving For Retirement + Q&A

New changes in Social Security policies, particularly the elimination of the Windfall Elim

#236 – More Foundational Principles For A Happy Retirement + Listener Questions

Unpack the keys to investing for a happy retirement by highlighting foundational principle

#235 – 10 Market Challenges For Investors To Watch In 2025

On today’s episode, Wes looks at 2024’s obstacles to see what might serve as clues for

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