# The 3 Pillars of Retirement You Need to Retire with Confidence

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Podcast: [Wealth Creator Radio with Eric Heckman, CFP](https://stenobird.com/podcast/wealth-creator-radio-with-eric-heckman-cfp-317643)
Published: 2026-03-03T17:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://wealthcreator.com/the-3-pillars-of-retirement-you-need-to-retire-with-confidence
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## Resource

Did you know only one in five Americans believe they may never retire, according to a recent poll from Axios? Even more concerning, many people expect Social Security won't cover even half their expenses. If these worries sound familiar, this episode of Wealth Creator Radio is for you. Certified financial planner Eric Heckman is sharing the 3 pillars of retirement that every strong retirement plan needs. Tune in to hear the surprising expense most retirement plans overlook, how to determine the amount you actually will need each month in retirement, and what investment strategy will last through market ups and downs. Blueprint to Worry Less Wealth Get your Wealth Creator Toolbox Show notes for this week's episode

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