A growing number of Americans are heading back to work after retiring… not by choice, but by necessity.
A new survey from AARP found that 7% of retirees re-entered the workforce in the past six months, up from 6% in summer 2025. The biggest reason? The rising cost of living.
In fact, as JB with Beckett Financial Group and Erin Kennedy discuss:
– 48% say they returned to work because they need the money or feel uncertain about the economy
– 41% say everyday living costs are the biggest financial pressure
– 67% believe it would be difficult to find a new job today
This trend, sometimes called “unretiring,” highlights an important reality: retirement planning isn’t just about saving enough… it’s about building a plan that can withstand inflation, market volatility, and unexpected expenses.
In this interview, we break down:
– Why more retirees are returning to work
– How inflation can quietly undermine retirement plans
– The risk of assuming you can always go back to work
– Strategies to stress-test a retirement income plan
Planning ahead can help ensure retirement remains a choice — not a financial necessity. To stress test your retirement income plan, please call JB at 803-939-4848 or visit
http://www.BeckettFinancialGroup.com
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