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The Universal Truths in Retirement Planning (Part 2)

Retirement is a unique journey for each of us. The thought that there’s a one-size-fits-all solution is a myth, but what if we told you there are certain universal truths that can guide every retiree?

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The Universal Truths in Retirement Planning (Part 1)

Retirement is a unique journey for each of us. The thought that there’s a one-size-fits-all solution is a myth, but what if we told you there are certain universal truths that can guide every retiree?

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Ep 146: A Deep Dive Into RMDs (Part 1)

Everyone we’re working with for a retirement plan has to keep an eye on the age of 72 because that’s when the required minimum distributions begin. While we all know money has to come out of our retirement accounts, it’s not as simple to understand all the requirements and then execute that efficiently. Today we’ll provide you a deep dive into RMD starting with the accounts you own in part one.

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Building an Income Plan for Retirement

Walking away from a working career means leaving a consistent paycheck behind, and that can be a scary thought. How will you replace that income and ensure yourself that your money will last the rest of your life?

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Ep 144: Retirement Pop Quiz – Can You Get an A+?

Are you ready for a pop quiz? Today we’re going to do a retirement planning pop quiz. Can you ace these questions?

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Ep 136: Are These Retirement Statistics Encouraging or Discouraging?

We are breaking down some retirement statistics on today’s episode. Are these numbers encouraging or discouraging?

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Ep 133: Can I Retire at 55?

It’s a question more and more people are asking, especially as the workplace continues to change following the pandemic. But are you in a position to step away from a consistent paycheck at age 55? Phil will provide a great look at the reality of early retirement in today’s environment and apply some real-world examples to the discussion.

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Ep 132: Reasons You SHOULD Get Life Insurance

The idea of a podcast on life insurance might not sound like the most exciting topic, but we’re going to put a positive spin on it today and tell you why you should get it. Or at the least, consider adding it to your portfolio. Life insurance can serve many different purposes for financial needs and we’ll share a few you might not have thought of on this episode.

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Ep 124: State of the Market and Current Inflation

The current state of the market and the rate of inflation may be making you nervous. How do we expect current events to impact your retirement plan and what can we do to protect our financial future?

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Ep 123: What is the Most Important Part of Retirement Planning?

The most important part of retirement planning is going to look different for everyone. On today’s show, we discuss some expert claims about the most important part of planning and whether Phil agrees or disagrees.

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Ep 57: Retirement Ready…or Not?

Whether you are less than a decade away from retirement or at the beginning of your career, it’s important to have a saving mindset. How can you make sure you are retirement ready?

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Ep 22: Are These Excuses Keeping Your From Retirement?

Have you ever heard someone tell you they don’t want to retire? Sometimes they might mean it, but other times it’s just a defense mechanism for the fact that they don’t feel prepared for retirement. Let’s take a look at some of the most common excuses and what they might actually mean.

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Ep 21: The Ins and Outs of Mutual Funds

Mutual Funds have long been a very popular way for people to invest, but is that landscape changing? Let’s explore this investment option, explain some key terminology, and determine what the future might hold for mutual funds.

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Ep 20: 5 Biggest Social Security Misunderstandings

Myths, rumors, and misunderstandings are pervasive in the world of Social Security. How do you know what to believe and what to ignore? On this show, we’ll clear up the top 5 misunderstandings about Social Security.

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Ep 19: Are You Making These Critical Estate Planning Errors?

Not everyone wants to leave behind a financial legacy, but for those that do, it’s important to eliminate some of the common estate planning mistakes. Today we’ll identify five of those and explain what you need to do to keep your plan on track.

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Ep #13: The Variables That Shape Your Retirement Plan

Retirement is a unique experience for every person with many different factors determining what yours looks like and how you get there. What we do know, however, is that there are five key variables that will have a major impact on your plan. Understanding these and strategizing for them will give you control of your future.

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Ep #12: Preparing for Retirement During Your Final Decade of Work

Being as prepared as possible before you reach retirement will ensure you’re able to enjoy the next chapter of your life to the fullest. To do that, you need to get your numbers in order, understand what you want out of retirement, and make sure you have healthcare covered. Let’s go through each of these items you need to take care of during your final years of work.

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Ep #3: How Planning Your Summer Vacation Is Like Planning Your Retirement

If you’re heading out on a road trip this summer, there’s a long list of things you’ll want to remember when planning for your vacation. In retirement planning, some of those exact same items also need to be addressed. Let’s look at some of the items that should appear on both your road trip checklist and your retirement planning checklist.

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