Saving With Silverman
Saving With Silverman
Mark Silverman
The 7 Deadly Sins of Retirement Planning
10 minutes Posted Apr 2, 2026 at 9:00 am.
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It’s easy to think retirement mistakes come from bad investments, but more often, they come from behavior. Overconfidence, comparison, emotional reactions, and chasing returns can quietly derail even a solid financial plan. The challenge isn’t just knowing what to do; it’s avoiding the habits that pull you off track. Today, Mark walks through the ā€œSeven Deadly Sinsā€ of financial planning and how each one shows up in real life.
Here’s what we discuss in today’s show:
🦚 Pride Trap: Overconfidence keeps people from asking for help
šŸ‘€ Comparison Game: Why chasing others leads to bad decisions
😔 Emotional Moves: How anger can derail your plan
šŸ’° Greed Factor: Taking too much risk at the wrong time
🐢 Sloth Risk: Procrastination and neglect can cost you
šŸŽÆ Realistic Goals: Balancing today’s lifestyle with tomorrow’s needs
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Want to get in touch with Mark?Ā 
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https://silverman-associates.com/home
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