{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Long-Term Care: A 5-Step Process to Determine If You Can "Self-Fund"","description":"You've heard it before\u201470% of Americans over 65 will need long-term care. While that number is technically true, it\u2019s also misleading. Because here's what many people don\u2019t realize: the vast majority of retirees will never face a catastrophic, six-figure care event. In fact, nearly two-thirds will spend ZERO out of pocket during their lifetime! \ud83e\udd2f So how do you prepare responsibly without overpaying for protection you may never use?  In this episode, I walk you through a simple 5-step process to decide if you can safely "self-fund" your long-term care needs, while still protecting your retirement plan and peace of mind. *** SCHEDULE A (FREE) RETIREMENT STRATEGY MEETING: My team and I have guided hundreds of families across the U.S. through retirement\u2019s biggest challenges over the last two decades. The result? Smarter tax strategies, better investment decisions, and a more confident retirement. If you\u2019re seeking clarity and a proven retirement planning process, we\u2019d be honored to help. \ud83d\udc49 Schedule a Complimentary Strategy Session *** EPISODE RESOURCES: \u2192  Grab the Episode Show Notes \u2192 Join the Stay Wealthy Retirement Newsletter \u2192  Learn About the Total Retirement System\u2122 ","author_name":"Stay Wealthy Retirement Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/www.youstaywealthy.com\/podcast","html":"