What You Didn’t Know About Retirement Withdrawals – 12.30.25

RELOCATING TOO QUICKLY IN RETIREMENT
FROM BALTIMORE WASHINGTON FINANCIAL ADVISORS


Lawrence M. Post | CPA, MST, CFP®, CIMA®

Senior Tax & Planning Advisor, BWFA

and
Tyler Kluge | CFP®, ChFEB℠, CPWA®, CDFA®, CEPS, 
Financial Planner, BWFA

About This Episode

Retirement withdrawals are more complex than many expect. Learn what often gets overlooked when turning savings into income.

Full Description

Saving for retirement is only part of the journey. Turning those savings into a reliable income requires careful planning and ongoing decision-making. Many retirees are surprised by how complex withdrawal strategies can be once retirement begins.

In this episode of Healthy, Wealthy & Wise, the discussion focuses on what people are often not told about retirement withdrawal strategies. Listeners will learn why the order, timing, and source of withdrawals can significantly affect long-term outcomes.

The episode explores how taxes, required distributions, and market conditions all influence retirement income planning. Without a clear strategy, withdrawals can unintentionally increase tax exposure or shorten the lifespan of a portfolio.

The conversation also highlights why flexibility matters. Retirement plans are not static, and withdrawal strategies should evolve as circumstances change. Health needs, spending patterns, and market performance all play a role in shaping sustainable income.

Listeners will gain insight into why a coordinated approach is essential. Withdrawal decisions should align with overall financial goals, not be made in isolation. This episode emphasizes the importance of planning and revisiting strategies regularly.

At BWFA, we help retirees and pre-retirees build income strategies designed to support long-term confidence and adaptability. This episode provides a valuable perspective for anyone approaching or living in retirement.

To learn more about retirement income planning, visit BWFA’s Financial Planning Services.