Both retirement savings and homeownership can support long-term financial independence, but only when the right questions are addressed first. Timing, balance, and execution—not impulse—ultimately shape the outcome. By Rich Arzaga, CFP®, CCIM , The Real Estate Whisperer® President Trump has floated the idea of allowing 401(k) savers to use a portion of their retirement contributions toward a down payment on a home. While the details are still emerging, the proposal raises an