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RetirePro Daily Brief · October 20, 2026

Don't rely on 401(k) balance alone for readiness

Your 401(k) shows only part of the picture. Subtracting the value of the home you live in from net worth highlights the assets available for income after age 59½. This adjusted view helps you plan sustainable withdrawals without counting an illiquid house.

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