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πŸ“Š More Retirees Are "Unretiring," Here's What It Says About Today's Retirement Reality
11 minutes Posted Apr 25, 2026 at 1:00 pm.
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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 Peter with Richon Planning and Erin Kennedy discuss: πŸ’° 48% say they returned to work because they need the money or feel uncertain about the economy πŸ“ˆ 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: βœ”οΈ Why more retirees are returning to work βœ”οΈ How inflation can quietly undermine retirement plans βœ”οΈ The risk of assuming you can always go back to work βœ”οΈ Strategies to stress-test a retirement income plan Planning ahead can help ensure retirement remains a choice β€” not a financial necessity. To stress test your retirement income plan, please call Peter at (919) 300-5886 or visit www.RichonPlanning.com