In this episode, the M.A.H. Financial Services team explores how government shutdowns affect retirees — from Social Security and Medicare operations to financial markets — and how to stay prepared.
Key Takeaways:
1. Benefits Proceed, but Service Slows
– Social Security and Medicare continue, but expect slower service, reduced staffing, and processing delays.
2. Financial Uncertainty & Volatility
– Suspended economic data can drive market swings, making withdrawals riskier and causing administrative delays or missed payments.
3. Strategies for Resilience
– Keep a 1–3 month cash buffer for expenses or delays.
– Plan ahead for benefit and healthcare payments.
– Stick to a disciplined investment and withdrawal plan.
– Consider steady income options like annuities.
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Marc@MAHFinancial.Biz
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Connect with Carlos Lopez:
LinkedIn: Carlos Lopez: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlos-omar-lopez-9b4734167/
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