You’re in your mid-50s, most boxes are checked, and you’re asking: Can I retire in the next 10 years? Tony Zabiegala and Derek Gabrielsen share 5 practical moves to help you retire confidently—without panic or a lifestyle overhaul.
In this episode (Part 1):
➧ Get your numbers right — build a real budget (no guessing).
➧ Eliminate bad debt — prioritize high-interest balances first.
➧ Max out tax-advantaged accounts — use catch-ups while you can.
➧ Rethink your investment mix — align risk with your plan, avoid tinkering.
➧ Create a “second act” income — small side income can accelerate the timeline.
👉 Part 2 drops next week with five more tips to finish your plan.
Chapters
00:23 – The plan: 10 tips over two episodes
00:34 – Today’s focus: the first 5 tips (Part 1)
01:13 – Tip 1: Get your numbers right (budget)
04:26 – Tip 2: Eliminate bad debt (what to prioritize)
06:26 – Tip 3: Max tax-advantaged accounts + catch-ups
08:37 – Tip 4: Rethink your investment mix (avoid tinkering)
11:17 – Tip 5: Create a second-act income stream
13:13 – Wrap + why the budget is the foundation
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