As you plan for your golden years, you may be focusing on amassing a healthy nest egg to ensure a comfortable and worry-free retirement. However, one often-overlooked factor that can erode your hard-earned savings is inflation. Dubbed as the ‘silent killer’ of retirement plans, inflation...
In the complex world of retirement planning, there are countless pitfalls one could fall into. In this episode, we’ve distilled it down to what we believe are the top 10 mistakes to watch out for. In part two of this two-part episode, we’re going to discuss the next 5 money mistakes that Phil often sees in retirement planning.
Here are some of the things we’ll address in this episode:
- 1:21 – Not having a clear retirement goal
- 4:22 – Not accounting for inflation in your retirement budget
- 10:50 – Failing to update your retirement plan regularly
- 14:28 – Assuming that you won’t live a long time
- 19:08 – Forgetting about sequence of returns risk
For more, visit us online: http://philstaxhacks.com
Watch the video podcast on YouTube: Phil’s Tax Hacks and Other Retirement Facts
The Phil’s Tax Hacks Podcast is the show for you if you’re seeking financial, tax and retirement planning guidance.
Each week, Phil talks about the keys to building a sound financial strategy that can survive the ups and downs of the market and alleviate the financial uncertainties in life.
Tax hacks. And other retirement facts. Keeping you well-prepared for your financial future.
The Phil’s Tax Hacks Podcast is the show for you if you’re seeking financial, tax and retirement planning guidance.
Each week, Phil talks about the keys to building a sound financial strategy that can survive the ups and downs of the market and alleviate the financial uncertainties in life.
Tax hacks. And other retirement facts. Keeping you well-prepared for your financial future.
In the complex world of retirement planning, there are countless pitfalls one could fall into. In this episode, we’ve distilled it down to what we believe are the top 10 mistakes to watch out for. In part two of this two-part episode, we’re going to discuss the next 5 money mistakes that Phil often sees in retirement planning.
Here are some of the things we’ll address in this episode:
- 1:21 – Not having a clear retirement goal
- 4:22 – Not accounting for inflation in your retirement budget
- 10:50 – Failing to update your retirement plan regularly
- 14:28 – Assuming that you won’t live a long time
- 19:08 – Forgetting about sequence of returns risk
For more, visit us online: http://philstaxhacks.com
Watch the video podcast on YouTube: Phil’s Tax Hacks and Other Retirement Facts

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Ep 185: Top Money Mistakes In Retirement (Part 2)
In the complex world of retirement planning, there are countless pitfalls one could fall into. In this episode, we've distilled it down to what we believe are the top 10 mistakes to watch out for. In part two of this two-part episode, we’re going to...
Ep 184: Top Money Mistakes In Retirement (Part 1)
In the complex world of retirement planning, there are countless pitfalls one could fall into. In this episode, we've distilled it down to what we believe are the top 10 mistakes to watch out for. In part one of this two-part episode, we’re going to...
Ep 183: Key Finance Decisions During Major Life Events Like Marriage, Divorce, Job Loss & More
Are you ready to take control of your finances during life's most pivotal moments? In this episode, we dive into the complex world of financial decision-making during key life events. From the excitement of getting remarried or entering retirement to the challenges of divorce and...
Ep 182: Unsure, Confident or Certain – Retirement Planning Next Steps
In today’s episode, we’re going to focus on the three categories that many clients fall into when starting their retirement planning journey: The unsure, the confident, and the certain. Whether you have no idea whether you can retire or if you’re positive that you have...
Ep 181: Should You Relocate In Retirement?
Today, we'll be discussing some challenges of moving amidst the current climate, particularly for pre-retirees and retirees. We recently came across a Vanguard article that proposes a way to potentially add $100,000 to one's retirement savings by selling and relocating to a different state. Is...

Meet Your Host Phil Putney
Phil has been in the financial services industry for over 20 years, both as a CPA and as an Investment Advisor. Phil has dedicated his career to helping his clients create sound financial strategies that are designed to provide confidence and peace of mind in retirement.
Phil’s mission is to help seniors and soon-to-be-retirees take control of their financial future and make the best decisions possible for them and their loved ones. As Phil is often heard saying “if you don’t have a plan, then whose plan are you following? The IRS’s? The Social Security Administration?”
Phil’s background and education as a CPA with a Masters in Taxation, his designation as a Personal Financial Specialist and Investment Advisor allow him to create comprehensive financial strategies that maximize your income, reduce your taxes, and grow your assets while reducing market volatility.
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Meet Your Host Phil Putney

Phil has been in the financial services industry for over 20 years, both as a CPA and as an Investment Advisor. Phil has dedicated his career to helping his clients create sound financial strategies that are designed to provide confidence and peace of mind in retirement.
Phil’s mission is to help seniors and soon-to-be-retirees take control of their financial future and make the best decisions possible for them and their loved ones. As Phil is often heard saying “if you don’t have a plan, then whose plan are you following? The IRS’s? The Social Security Administration?”
Phil’s background and education as a CPA with a Masters in Taxation, his designation as a Personal Financial Specialist and Investment Advisor allow him to create comprehensive financial strategies that maximize your income, reduce your taxes, and grow your assets while reducing market volatility.
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We can discuss your current situation, go over any potential questions, and ultimately decide if we can work together.
We are a growing business with the ability to support more clients, and I am happy to invest an hour of time for the potential of a long-term relationship.
We can discuss your current situation, go over any potential questions, and ultimately decide if we can work together.
Want to learn more about Phil Putney and AFS Wealth Management? How about getting access to useful financial articles and educational videos? Want to know what's happening in the market or upcoming events at the firm? Learn about those things and more...
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The Phil’s Tax Hacks Podcast is the show for you if you’re seeking financial, tax and retirement planning guidance.
Each week, Phil talks about the keys to building a sound financial strategy that can survive the ups and downs of the market and alleviate the financial uncertainties in life.
Tax hacks. And other retirement facts. Keeping you well-prepared for your financial future.
In the complex world of retirement planning, there are countless pitfalls one could fall into. In this episode, we’ve distilled it down to what we believe are the top 10 mistakes to watch out for. In part two of this two-part episode, we’re going to discuss the next 5 money mistakes that Phil often sees in retirement planning.
Here are some of the things we’ll address in this episode:
- 1:21 – Not having a clear retirement goal
- 4:22 – Not accounting for inflation in your retirement budget
- 10:50 – Failing to update your retirement plan regularly
- 14:28 – Assuming that you won’t live a long time
- 19:08 – Forgetting about sequence of returns risk
For more, visit us online: http://philstaxhacks.com
Watch the video podcast on YouTube: Phil’s Tax Hacks and Other Retirement Facts
Show Host: Phil Putney

Phil Putney is a Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) and a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Phil has been in the financial services industry for over 20 years, both as a CPA and as an Investment Advisor. Phil has dedicated his career to helping his clients create sound financial strategies that are designed to provide confidence and peace of mind in retirement.
Phil’s mission is to help seniors and soon-to-be-retirees take control of their financial future and make the best decisions possible for them and their loved ones. As Phil is often heard saying “if you don’t have a plan, then whose plan are you following? The IRS’s? The Social Security Administration?”
Phil’s background and education as a CPA with a Masters in Taxation, his designation as a Personal Financial Specialist and Investment Advisor allow him to create comprehensive financial strategies that maximize your income, reduce your taxes, and grow your assets while reducing market volatility.
Phil takes pride in providing his clients with the security & peace of mind that comes from knowing that you have a sound financial strategy that is designed to be defensive during times of market volatility and opportunistic during times of market growth. Phil and his financial strategies have been featured on FOX, PBS, WDIV, and the Wall Street Journal.
Episodes & Show Notes
Inflation: Retirement’s Silent Killer
As you plan for your golden years, you may be focusing on amassing a healthy nest egg to ensure a comfortable and worry-free retirement. However, one often-overlooked factor that can...
Listen NowEp 185: Top Money Mistakes In Retirement (Part 2)
In the complex world of retirement planning, there are countless pitfalls one could fall into. In this episode, we've distilled it down to what we believe are the top 10...
Listen NowEp 184: Top Money Mistakes In Retirement (Part 1)
In the complex world of retirement planning, there are countless pitfalls one could fall into. In this episode, we've distilled it down to what we believe are the top 10...
Listen NowEp 183: Key Finance Decisions During Major Life Events Like Marriage, Divorce, Job Loss & More
Are you ready to take control of your finances during life's most pivotal moments? In this episode, we dive into the complex world of financial decision-making during key life events....
Listen NowEp 182: Unsure, Confident or Certain – Retirement Planning Next Steps
In today’s episode, we’re going to focus on the three categories that many clients fall into when starting their retirement planning journey: The unsure, the confident, and the certain. Whether...
Listen NowEp 181: Should You Relocate In Retirement?
Today, we'll be discussing some challenges of moving amidst the current climate, particularly for pre-retirees and retirees. We recently came across a Vanguard article that proposes a way to potentially...
Listen NowSales Pitch vs True Planning – How to Tell the Difference
If you aren’t sure how to tell whether an advisor actually has a planning process or just gives sales pitches all day, we’re going to tell you what to look...
Listen NowEp 180: Crash Course – The Psychology of Investing in the Wake of Historic Market Crashes
Have you ever wondered why you handle money the way you do? It turns out your financial behaviors can be traced back to your formative memories. In this episode, we...
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We are a growing business with the ability to support more clients, and I am happy to invest an hour of time for the potential of a long-term relationship.
We can discuss your current situation, go over any potential questions, and ultimately decide if we can work together.
Want to learn more about Phil Putney and AFS Wealth Management? How about getting access to useful financial articles and educational videos? Want to know what's happening in the market or upcoming events at the firm? Learn about those things and more...
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