The surprising mistake many retired people make

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Marian is retired and enjoying the life she worked so hard to build. But as she watches her friends age and lose their independence, she can't stop wondering what her own version of that might look like — or how to pay for it. Michelle and Marian talk through her retirement "buckets," explore the possibilities of long term care, and whether she’s really prepared for what lies ahead. Want Michelle to answer your money question? Email dollarsandsense@washpost.com for a chance to be on the show. 00:00 Welcome to Dollars & Sense with Michelle Singletary 02:08 Meet Marian 03:31 Losing Her Husband and Estate Planning 04:56 Selling the Business During the Pandemic 06:20 Inheriting an IRA and…