# The Longevity Factor in Retirement With Brian Smith

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Podcast: [The Perfect RIA](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-perfect-ria-537160)
Published: 2026-02-05T08:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, Micah Shilanski and Brian Smith discuss the challenges of income planning for retirement, emphasizing the importance of understanding life expectancy versus longevity, the impact of Monte Carlo analysis, and the role of fixed income products like annuities. They explore how to balance risk and income, the significance of effective communication with clients, and the potential downsides of annuities. The conversation also touches on cap rates and their implications, as well as leveraging annuities for long-term care planning. The episode concludes with actionable insights for financial advisors. The Longevity Factor in Retirement With Brian Smith Resources in today's episode: - Micah Shilanski: Website | LinkedIn - Brian Smith: Website | LinkedIn - Learn More about our Coaching Programs

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