Mailbag: “I’m single and retiring soon, how can I make my money last?”

HerMoney with Jean Chatzky

In this special AMA Mailbag episode, Jean sits down with two thoughtful guests navigating how to prepare for retirement as single women.

First up is Liz, who’s about a year out from retiring. She’s done a lot of smart planning, but wants to double-check her next moves. We’re talking about annuities, TIPS ladders, Roth conversions, and how to create steady, reliable income in retirement. Then we hear from Bernadette, who is in her 50s and starting to look into long-term care options, but is having some major sticker shock. So if you're single, planning ahead, and want to protect your future without sacrificing flexibility, this one’s for you.

💡 Topics Covered:

• Long-term care planning for single women

• Preparing for retirement in the next few years

• The psychological comfort of a “retirement paycheck”

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