# 558: By the Numbers: The Bucket Strategy vs. 60-40 - Who Really Wins?

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Podcast: [Retire With Purpose - The Retirement Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/retire-with-purpose-the-retirement-podcast-335368)
Published: 2026-04-10T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://howardbailey.com/558
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## Resource

What if the strategy you trust most for retirement income is quietly costing you hundreds of thousands of dollars? Topics covered in this episode: The real driver behind outperformance Sequence of returns risk and the "retirement risk zone" Why rebalancing can help (or hurt) your long-term results The surprising case for increasing equity exposure over time Limitations of bonds in modern retirement portfolios How small tweaks can potentially add six figures to your retirement Today's article is from The Retirement Manifesto titled The 60/40 Portfolio vs. The Bucket Strategy . Listen in as Founder and CEO of Howard Bailey Financial , Casey Weade, breaks down the article and provides thoughtful insights and advice on how it applies to your unique financial situation. Show Notes: HowardBailey.com/558 📧 WEEKEND READING FOR RETIREES: Receive CFP® insight on 4 hand-picked financial articles delivered straight to your Inbox each Friday: https://bit.ly/3OEdGgu 📅 SCHEDULE YOUR PERSONAL FINANCIAL REVIEW: Book a 15-minute call with Howard Bailey Financial to see how the topics discussed here apply to your individual situation: https://bit.ly/3T6oNDB ABOUT HOWARD BAILEY FINANCIAL: Our mission is to help others gain clarity in purpose and elevate meaning in their lives through personal and practical financial strategies. Our Retire With Purpose™ Framework starts with establishing your unique financial philosophy — the true meaning and purpose for your money in retirement. Through continued education, one-on-one meetings, and a comprehensive team planning approach, we have helped retirees across the country secure their financial futures. And while we can't work with everyone, our goal is to provide value to everyone we meet. Our team of advisors and support specialists strive to de…

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