Christine Benz

Christine Benz is the Director of Personal Finance and Retirement Planning for Morningstar. She is one of the most trusted voices in the investment community, known for her prudent, long-term approach to wealth management. Benz hosts the popular podcast The Long View, where she interviews experts on investing and financial planning.\n\nShe is the author of How to Retire: 20 Lessons for a Happy, Successful, and Wealthy Retirement. Benz focuses on the complexities of the "decumulation" phase—how to spend your money once you stop working. She covers not just the financial mechanics of withdrawal rates and taxes, but also the "soft" side of retirement, such as finding purpose and managing relationships. Her advice is grounded in data and aimed at helping people build a durable financial plan.