Welcome back to The Market Moment! In this episode, Matt, Lee, and John are answering the question “How should I invest as I approach retirement?” They offer an in-depth, candid discussion about retirement investing strategies and the many variables that go into building a sound financial plan. From risk tolerance to income needs and everything in between, the hosts break down what investors should consider in the crucial years leading up to—and immediately following—retirement, also known as the “retirement red zone.”   🧠 Topics discussed include: -Why investment strategy near retirement isn’t one-size-fits-all -Misconceptions around target date funds -The importance of knowing your “number”— the return needed to meet your goals -How flexibility, planning, and real-life risk tolerance impact long-term success -Why being overly aggressive near retirement can derail plans -Common mistakes people make with portfolio allocation in their 50s and 60s   📈 The hosts also break down the latest Federal Reserve developments, including: -The likelihood of a rate cut (25 or 50 basis points?) -How the market might react -Why Fed policy could significantly impact retirees and conservative investors -What shifting labor markets, AI, and underemployment trends may signal about the broader economy.   Whether the listener is nearing retirement, already retired, or planning ahead, this episode is packed with actionable insight and down-to-earth financial wisdom—plus the casual banter and humor that Market Moment listeners have come to enjoy. 🔔 Join the growing Market Moment community by clicking that subscribe button on YouTube! 👍 Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share! Comments and questions are always welcome! The Market Moment team appreciates the feedback and is always looking to hear from listeners. Email us at TheMarketMoment@mach1fg.com   🍿 Watch Next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4EkYJeQQqw 🎙The Market Moment Podcast! Last week's episode...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FIqTBh5Zp0&t=1s We're on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557724292379&mibextid=ZbWKwL Give us a follow on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/themarketmoment/ www.instagram.com/themarketmomemt/   🧾 Disclosure The hosts of the Market Moment Podcast are employees of Mach 1 Financial Group. Mach-1 Financial Group, LLC ("Mach-1") is a registered investment adviser located in Rogers, AR. Mach-1 may only transact business in those states in which the firm maintains a notice filing or has qualified for an exemption or exclusion from registration. A copy of Mach-1’s current written disclosure brochure, which discusses among other things, Mach-1’s business practices, services and fees, is available through the SEC website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov and is also available at www.mach-1financial.com/disclosures