Still chasing the “big number”

Most people want to retire comfortably, so I get why they focus on the “magic” retirement number they need to hit. But that approach is going to do you more harm than good. Fortunately, there’s a better way to plan: where the numbers serve YOU, not the other way around. You get lots of do-overs IN life, but no do-overs OF life. You worked too hard not to enjoy the retirement of your dreams.

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What is Plan Your Kaiser Retirement | Pension & 401k Planning for California Healthcare Workers?

Plan Your Kaiser Retirement is the podcast for Kaiser Permanente employees in California who want clarity and confidence about retiring. Each episode breaks down your Kaiser pension options, 401(k) strategies, Social Security timing, Medicare, and California taxes—in plain English—so you can answer “When can I retire?” and turn your savings into a reliable monthly paycheck.

Whether you’re in your 40s planning ahead or in your 50s preparing to exit, you’ll learn how to coordinate pension + Social Security, use the Roth window (59½–70), avoid IRMAA surprises, and choose benefits with confidence. Hosted by Sacramento-based financial advisor Bereket Kelile, with deep family ties to Kaiser, this show is built for healthcare professionals who want a clear plan—not generic advice.

Retire with clarity. Retire on purpose.