When you were a kid, did you ever dream of setting the high score on your favorite game at the local arcade? When you were a bit older, did you ever set a goal for yourself to get straight A’s, make your high school team, or be class valedictorian?

What about as an adult? Was there a promotion you worked really hard to get? Or a skill you wanted to master, like getting your first hole-in-one or finally learning the notes to Stairway to Heaven on the guitar?

If you’ve ever achieved a long-term goal, you may also have experienced a common sensation that often follows: Well, I’ve done it. Now what?

As an Investment Advisor, I’ve seen many people experience this after achieving the ultimate goal of retirement. So, over the next few issues of The Road to Retirement, we’re going to explore the question of “Now what?” We’ll look at the decisions and opportunities that ensure a smooth transition and a high quality of life in the immediate aftermath of retirement. Have a great rest of the month!