• Fired After Announcing Retirement? Ep # 384

  • Jan 20 2025
  • Length: 23 mins
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Fired After Announcing Retirement? Ep # 384

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  • Click here to work with us! Can you be fired after announcing your retirement? It's a question that raises eyebrows and stirs concern for anyone nearing the end of their career. A recent article highlights the legal and financial implications of being terminated after sharing retirement plans, and it’s a scenario more common than you might think. Employers often operate under at-will employment laws, giving them broad rights to terminate employees, even after a retirement announcement. But what does that mean for you? Understanding protections like ERISA and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act can make all the difference in navigating this tricky situation. It's not just about legalities—financial stability, severance packages, and health insurance come into play too. On top of that, announcing retirement at the wrong time could mean missing out on potential benefits or buyouts. Striking a balance between professional courtesy and protecting your financial future is essential. When it comes to planning for life after work, the timing and approach of your announcement could impact everything from your wallet to your peace of mind. Outline of This Episode (0:00) Introduction(0:29) Yahoo Finance article discussion(1:11) At-will employment laws explained(2:08) Legal considerations: ERISA and age discrimination(3:57) Financial steps after unexpected termination(7:47) Protective measures to stay on track(10:05) Client story: Announcing retirement too early(12:12) Listener questions: What to retire to(13:04) Crafting a fulfilling retirement plan(17:27) Taking small risks to find post-career purpose Resources & People Mentioned The Retirement Podcast NetworkYahoo Finance Article by Christy Bieber – Discussing legal and financial challenges of being fired after announcing retirementFreedom for Fido – A charity building shelters and fences for dogs in need Connect with Benjamin Brandt Become a Client: www.retirementstartstoday.com/startGet the Retire-Ready Toolkit: http://retirementstartstodayradio.com/Follow Ben on Twitter: https://twitter.com/retiremeasapJoin the newsletter: https://retirementstartstodayradio.com/newsletterDive deeper into retirement planning with Ben at www.RetirementIncome.University Subscribe to Retirement Starts Today on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, Podbean, Player FM, iHeart, or Spotify
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