The Retirement Learning Lab
Tired of feeling overwhelmed and confused about retirement planning?
You're not alone. After 30+ years of helping people navigate retirement, I've seen how the flood of conflicting financial advice paralyzes even the smartest people.
Hi, I'm Van Richards, and I created The Retirement Learning Lab to cut through the noise and give you the clarity you deserve.
Here's what makes this different: Instead of throwing more complicated strategies at you, I teach you a simple, systematic approach that actually works. My clients go from lying awake at night worrying about money to sleeping peacefully, knowing they're in complete control of their financial future.
You'll discover how to:
- Transform retirement confusion into confident action
- Maximize your income while reducing risk
- Avoid the costly mistakes that become impossible to fix later
- Create a plan so simple you could explain it to a 12-year-old
The bottom line: You only get one chance at retirement. Don't leave it to chance.
Whether you're 10 years from retirement or already there, these proven strategies will help you go from financial insecurity to complete control.
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The Retirement Learning Lab
Running the Full Race: Biblical Wisdom for Social Security & Retirement Decisions
What if the Bible actually mentions retirement, but not the way modern society portrays it? In this episode of the Retirement Learning Lab, Van Richards explores the biblical model for life transitions found in Numbers 8:23-26 and reveals how ancient wisdom can guide modern Social Security decisions.
Key Topics Covered:
- The Hebrew word "yashuv" and what it reveals about God's design for aging
- Why biblical retirement means reassignment, not disengagement
- The Levite model: shifting from labor to legacy at life's transitions
- Four common Christian approaches to retirement planning
- Biblical principles for timing Social Security claims
- How fear versus faith impacts financial decisions
- The marriage implications of Social Security timing
- Practical steps for faithful stewardship of God's provision
Biblical Foundation: This episode examines Numbers 8:23-26, 2 Timothy 1:7, Proverbs 15:22, Luke 14:28, and other passages that provide framework for financial stewardship in later life.
Free Resources Mentioned:
- Social Security Discernment Prayer Guide (discernment.faithdrivenfinance.com)
- Faith Driven Finance Facebook Community
- Free clarity sessions for listeners
Target Audience: Christians approaching retirement, current retirees, and anyone seeking to integrate biblical principles with Social Security decisions.
Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice.
Contact: van@richardsfinancialplanning.com