Episode Details

New stats reveal many Americans are tapping retirement accounts for cash shortfalls. There are safety valves that allow access to these funds pre-retirement but doing so erodes future wealth. Clark discusses where to draw the line when faced with this dilemma. Also today, positive changes from Apple include a texting fix that’s long overdue.

• Borrowing From Retirement Accounts: Segment 1
• Ask Clark: Segment 2
• Apple’s Texting Fix: Segment 3
• Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

• Retirement Accounts Are the New Emergency Funds
• 529 rollover to Roth IRA: A guide to conversion
• E-ZPass Group - Home
• E-PASS - Central Florida Expressway Authority
• NYTimes: Apple Says It Will Improve the Green vs. Blue Texting Experience
• Why unexpectedly high ambulance bills are still a problem in the U.S.
• How to Find Airline Mistake Fares and Save Big on Airfare
• Clark’s Christmas Kids

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