
The Safe Money Retirement Show
Tim Wood. Certified Financial Fiduciary®
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Join me weekly for discussions about Retirement Tax Planning, Guaranteed Lifetime Income plans, ZERO-LOSS Growth Strategies, Legacy Planning, Long Term Care, Roth Conversions, and more. Hosted by Certified Financial Fiduciary®, member of Ed Slott's Elite IRA Advisor Group℠, Founder of Safe Money Retirement®, and the #1 Bestselling Author of Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success, Tim Wood. You can get more info and a FREE copy of my book at www.SafeMoneyRetirement.com.
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How would you feel if your current retirement plan was devestated and what to do now
Tim Wood explores the emotional and practical impacts of a retirement plan being destroyed by events like market crashes or political changes, emphasizing risk management and planning strategies.
·19m·1 clip - 2
Audibles, Traditions, and the New Retirement Playbook
This episode of the Safe Money Retirement Show discusses retirement planning strategies, evaluating financial advisors, and preparing for unexpected changes when working into your 70s.
·36m - 3
How can you make a solid 30+ year plan for retirement and what impact will the Fed changing the prime rate have on your plan
This episode discusses creating a comprehensive 30+ year retirement plan and examines how Federal Reserve interest rate changes might impact financial strategies.
·32m - 4
The Million-Dollar Myth: What Really Matters for Your Future
This episode of the Safe Money Retirement Show discusses retirement planning myths, focusing on how many people actually achieve a $1 million nest egg and strategies for balanced financial preparation.
·30m - 5
What should you do with your pension or defined-benefit plan once you retire
This episode discusses the critical decision of choosing payout options for pensions or defined-benefit plans in retirement, exploring various benefit choices and their implications.
·17m - 6
The Double‑Stuff Illusion in Retirement Planning
This episode of the Safe Money Retirement Show discusses retirement planning strategies with financial expert Tim Wood, focusing on wealth management and avoiding common pitfalls.
·28m - 7
The Million‑Dollar Myth: Why Most Retirees Don’t Need It
This episode discusses why most retirees don't need a million dollars saved and offers retirement planning advice from a certified financial fiduciary.
·30m - 8
Stagflation, RMDs, and the Retirement Reality Check
This episode discusses stagflation's impact on retirement, whether it's possible to save too much, and common mistakes with RMD rules, featuring financial expert Tim Wood.
·33m - 9
Biscuits, Broadway, and Christmas Magic with Trisha Yearwood
This episode features an interview with country music star Trisha Yearwood discussing her new Christmas album and personal experiences, framed within a retirement planning show's holiday special.
·15m - 10
Spending Volatility: The Retirement Risk You Didn’t See Coming
This episode discusses spending volatility as a retirement risk and covers planning strategies, common inheritance mistakes, and overcoming the 'one more year' retirement trap.
·28m - 11
What is a "Honeyboomer" and how can you be one
This episode explores the concept of a 'honeyboomer'—someone who can afford annual vacations in retirement—and discusses financial strategies to achieve this lifestyle.
·16m - 12
How can you have your own personal "Financial Independence Day" everyday in retirement
This episode explores how retirees can achieve personal financial independence similar to the spirit of July 4th, focusing on safe money strategies for retirement planning.
·18m - 13
Why Timing Matters More Than Taxes Alone
This episode of the Safe Money Retirement Show discusses the importance of timing in retirement planning, particularly focusing on Roth conversions and tax strategies.
·29m - 14
How do emotions impact your plan, what questions to ask aging partents, and how do Roth conversions work
This episode of the Safe Money Retirement Show discusses how emotions affect retirement planning, financial questions to ask aging parents, and how Roth conversions work.
·29m - 15
Paychecks vs. Playchecks: The Retirement Shift Most People Miss
This episode discusses retirement planning strategies, including adding a 'fun money bucket' to retirement plans and aligning financial goals between spouses.
·30m - 16
How the 3 main categories of retirement plans will impact your taxes in retirement
This episode explains how the three main categories of retirement assets—qualified, non-qualified, and Roth—affect taxes, income, and beneficiaries in retirement.
·20m - 17
The Estate Planning Mistake That Could Cost Your Family Everything
This episode of the Safe Money Retirement Show discusses crucial estate planning documents and retirement preparation tips to avoid costly mistakes for families.
·33m - 18
Do You Know Your Bracket Better Than Your Retirement Plan?
Tim Wood discusses retirement planning strategies and how to align financial plans with long-term goals, while incorporating lighthearted references to March Madness.
·26m - 19
Last-Minute Moves: The Year-End Retirement Checklist
This episode of the Safe Money Retirement Show provides a year-end retirement checklist with financial decisions that have upcoming deadlines, featuring expert Tim Wood discussing retirement planning strategies.
·31m - 20
Is Your Retirement Plan Ready for 2026?
This episode discusses retirement planning strategies and key considerations for those targeting 2026 as their retirement year, with financial experts Tim Wood and Kevin McAlpin offering insights on wealth management and year-end financial reviews.
·31m - 21
Autopilot Retirement? Why It’s Time to Grab the Controls
This episode discusses taking control of retirement planning by moving beyond autopilot approaches to address comprehensive financial strategies including wealth management, tax planning, and preparing for unexpected events.
·33m - 22
Beyond the Bubble: Protecting Your Financial ‘Stuff'
This episode of the Safe Money Retirement Show discusses retirement planning strategies, including avoiding financial mistakes and how to interview financial advisors.
·31m - 23
Spend Smart, Live Well: Avoiding Retirement Pitfalls
This episode discusses building a solid financial foundation for retirement, balancing spending, and addressing common misconceptions about annuities.
·35m - 24
Secrets of the Stealthy Wealthy
This episode discusses how spending and side hustles factor into retirement planning, with insights on updating retirement plans.
·31m - 25
When is Safe Money Retirement NOT a good fit for a potential client
This episode explores when the Safe Money Retirement approach might not be suitable for potential clients, emphasizing that it's designed for a specific niche rather than everyone.
·18m - 26
Off the Roller Coaster: Finding Calm in Retirement and the Holidays
This episode of the Safe Money Retirement Show features host Kevin McAlpin and retirement expert Tim Wood discussing holiday season topics and previewing an upcoming interview with country music star Trisha Yearwood about her new Christmas album.
·33m - 27
Retirement Danger Zone: Are You Ready for the Sequence of Returns Risk?
This episode discusses retirement planning risks, focusing on the sequence of returns risk for those near retirement, along with topics like inheritance strategies and Medicare changes.
·32m - 28
Retirement Tune-Up: Is Your Plan Ready for What’s Next?
This episode of the Safe Money Retirement Show discusses retirement planning strategies, including maintaining long-term focus amidst financial noise, thinking outside the box for retirement, and determining appropriate guaranteed income sources.
·31m - 29
How will a rate drop by the Fed impact your retirement and should you embrace a "boring" retirement plan
This episode discusses how potential Federal Reserve interest rate changes might affect retirement planning and explores whether adopting a 'boring' retirement strategy is beneficial.
·32m - 30
Who do you need on your retirement team and do you have to know everything about it yourself
This episode discusses the importance of building a comprehensive team of professionals to help manage various aspects of retirement planning, from financial management to long-term care.
·19m - 31
How many seasons do you have left and how can you be ready financially for whenever you pass
This episode discusses a thought-provoking article about framing one's remaining lifespan in terms of seasons or years left, and explores how to prepare financially for retirement and end-of-life planning.
·19m - 32
The Hidden Risks Lurking in the Retirement Red Zone
This episode discusses the hidden risks in the retirement red zone with financial expert Tim Wood, focusing on retirement and income planning.
·27m - 33
Is now the right time to "cash in" before the current overvalued market bubble bursts
This episode discusses whether investors should cash out gains during a perceived market bubble or wait, focusing on retirement and financial planning strategies.
·16m - 34
The Hidden Math That Breaks Retirement Plans
This episode discusses the hidden mathematical risks in retirement planning, focusing on market volatility and the dangers of trying to time investments.
·28m - 35
Don't put a bandage on your retirement issues, fix them permanently
This episode discusses the dangers of using temporary fixes for retirement planning and emphasizes the need for permanent solutions through comprehensive financial strategies.
·20m - 36
The Retirement Shift Most Investors Aren’t Prepared For
This episode of the Safe Money Retirement Show introduces host Tim Wood, a certified financial fiduciary who discusses retirement planning, wealth management, and how to access the podcast online.
·27m - 37
Needs vs. Wants: The Real Retirement Equation
This episode of the Safe Money Retirement Show discusses retirement planning essentials, focusing on RMDs, tax planning strategies, and avoiding unexpected tax surprises in retirement.
·32m - 38
How can you plan for a long retirement and what are your retirement and passing going to look like
This episode of the Safe Money Retirement Show discusses how to create a comprehensive retirement plan that lasts 30+ years, including factors like social security timing and long-term care.
·33m - 39
How can you know when to retire and does where you get your advice from and when you start matter
This episode of the Safe Money Retirement Show discusses how to determine when to retire, the importance of financial advice sources, and holistic retirement planning strategies.
·30m - 40
Is Your Retirement Plan Stuck in the Past? Outdated Habits That Could Derail Your Future
This episode discusses outdated retirement planning habits that could jeopardize financial security and emphasizes the importance of holistic financial planning for couples.
·31m - 41
How the 4 L's in retirement will make a HUGE impact on your plan (what you need to know)
This episode explains the four L's—longevity, lifestyle, legacy, and liquidity—and their crucial impact on retirement planning.
·19m - 42
Are You About to Fumble Your Retirement at the Goal Line?
This episode of the Safe Money Retirement Show discusses holistic retirement planning strategies to reduce market risk while maintaining growth opportunities and avoiding common errors.
·31m - 43
Why is Warrenn Buffett changing his will and what can you learn from this, and why are most retirement accounts a tax bomb waiting to go off
This episode discusses Warren Buffett's updated will and the potential tax implications of retirement accounts, offering financial planning insights for listeners.
·16m - 44
Are stocks ALWAYS a good choice for a long-term investment and how to counter the craziness in 2025
This episode examines whether stocks are always a safe long-term investment by analyzing recent market trends and a Wall Street Journal article that challenges this common belief.
·19m - 45
What is a Fact Finder and what is the process of working with Safe Money Retirement
This episode explains what a fact finder appointment is and how it serves as the first step in Safe Money Retirement's process for creating personalized retirement plans.
·19m - 46
How to get equity-like returns outside of the stock market and all of its risks
This episode explains investment strategies that offer equity-like returns without stock market risks, focusing on retirement and income planning.
·19m - 47
Who is your WHO in retirement and how to make sure you have the right team in your corner
Tim Wood discusses the concept of 'who is your who in retirement,' inspired by the book Who, Not How, emphasizing its importance in retirement planning and offering insights from his expertise as a financial fiduciary.
·18m·1 clip - 48
The Tax Bill Waiting Inside Your Retirement Account
This episode discusses potential tax implications in retirement accounts and features financial expert Tim Wood sharing insights on retirement planning.
·30m - 49
How does your retirement savings compare to the average retiree based on a recent nationwide survey
Tim Wood discusses recent statistics on average retirement savings by age, aiming to reassure listeners who feel behind.
·18m·1 clip - 50
Bubble Trouble: Is Your Retirement Ready for the Next Crash?
This episode discusses retirement planning risks, including potential investment bubbles in artificial intelligence and portfolio risk assessment.
·33m - 51
Why Procrastinating on Retirement Planning Gets Expensive
Tim Wood discusses retirement planning, including portfolio review frequency and the cost of procrastination, with host Kevin McAlpin.
Apr 17, 2026·35m - 52
FOMO, YOLO, or JOMO: Choosing a Smarter Retirement Mindset
Apr 10, 2026·29m - 53
Why Retirement Shouldn’t Feel Like Game‑Day Pressure
Apr 3, 2026·29m - 54
When is an IRA an IOU to the IRS and what can you do NOW to reduce your exposure to taxes
Apr 3, 2025·19m - 55
How a Japanses proverb can help you plan your retirement as wisely as possible
Mar 27, 2025·18m - 56
What is the right way to "buy" the S&P 500 in or near retirement and how does growth in a Fixed Indexed Annuity work
Tim Wood discusses how to invest in the S&P 500 without risking losses, focusing on strategies for retirees.
Mar 21, 2025·19m - 57
Does your current advisor REALLY listen to your retirement needs and concerns
Tim Wood discusses how to identify if your financial advisor truly listens to your concerns or is just pushing products.
Mar 14, 2025·18m - 58
What are the outcomes you DO NOT want in your retirement and how to plan to avoid them
Mar 5, 2025·16m - 59
How to protect your retirement from the latest scam called "pig butchering"
Feb 26, 2025·15m - 60
What is risk capacity and how does it relate to your plan in retirement
Feb 19, 2025·15m - 61
How to create a hedge against inflation in your retirement by having additional guaranteed income you can start at any time
Feb 12, 2025·15m - 62
A look at every major market crash in the last century and how they compare to today's situation
Feb 6, 2025·15m - 63
Interpreting results from a recent study of owners of lifetime guartanteed income annuities and how it relates to your retirement
Feb 2, 2025·15m - 64
Is the 4% rule still a wise plan for income in retirement and what could be a better plan
Jan 25, 2025·15m - 65
How to be ready for what 2025 could bring according to 5 top investment firm analysts
Jan 22, 2025·15m - 66
The 4 potential outcomes in retirement (you WILL be in one of these)
Jan 10, 2025·15m - 67
Tom Hegna interview discussing why it's vital to make a plan for long-term care and the difference between needs and wants in retirement
Jan 3, 2025·15m - 68
Tom Hegna interview discussing what an optimal retirement plan looks like and if you can do it yourself
Dec 17, 2024·15m - 69
Can loneliness in retirement be as harmful as smoking and what can you do to avoid this potential pitfall
Dec 11, 2024·15m - 70
Tom Hegna interview discussing why replacing bonds with annuities can be wise and why some think they don't like annuities
Dec 3, 2024·15m - 71
How to completely eliminate the biggest risk from your retirement plan
Nov 19, 2024·15m - 72
Tom Hegna interview discussing if guaranteed lifetime income is too good to be true and how it works
Nov 13, 2024·15m - 73
How can you retire without having to worry about your income in a world without pensions
Nov 6, 2024·15m - 74
Why it's vital to work with a Social Security expert to plan when to start those payments
Oct 30, 2024·15m - 75
How to transfer the risks in your retirement to a top-rated insurance company
Oct 24, 2024·15m - 76
Tom Hegna's Don't Worry, Retire Happy; 7 Steps to Retirement Security
Oct 16, 2024·15m - 77
The most common risks in retirement and how you can overcome many of them through proper planning
Oct 9, 2024·16m - 78
When should you retire and how will working a little longer impact your income in retirement
Oct 1, 2024·15m - 79
What can Wayne Gretzky teach you about retirement planning
Sep 24, 2024·15m - 80
Why you need an expert in retirement income to ensure you won't run out of money before you run out of life
Sep 18, 2024·15m - 81
How can you create an inflation hedge in your retirement income plan that you can count on
Sep 11, 2024·15m - 82
We'll compare the 3 main strategies to take withdrawals from your retirement accounts and how to avoid the biggest scams targeting retirees
Sep 4, 2024·17m - 83
Is your IRA/401(k)/TSP a tax trap and can you live with the worst-case scenario in your current retirement plan
Aug 30, 2024·15m - 84
How long are people living today and how do bull and bear markets impact your retirement plan
Aug 22, 2024·16m - 85
Why you need to add the preservation phase to your retirement plan and how to "opt-out" of market risk
Aug 14, 2024·15m - 86
Longevity insurance and how it can help you live longer and a financial plan vs an income plan
Aug 8, 2024·15m - 87
How to be prepared for any potential cognitive decline with your retirement plans
Jul 31, 2024·11m - 88
The secret to only having WINS in your retirement plan
Jul 26, 2024·11m - 89
Is it possible to be HAPPY spending money in retirement?
Jul 17, 2024·11m - 90
How to "refinance" your retirement and get much higher rates
Jul 10, 2024·11m - 91
How do your "Who's" impact your happiness in retirement and how "Who Not How" can change your perspective
Jul 3, 2024·11m - 92
Are all beneficiaries created equally and how can you plan wisely when it comes to beneficiaries
Jun 26, 2024·10m - 93
An incredible health advancement and how it relates to longevity risk and YOUR plan
Jun 19, 2024·11m - 94
The CORE 4 key principals to retirement happiness from the top financial minds in the world
Jun 12, 2024·11m - 95
Why is it important for BOTH spouses to do the RISA® assessment while making a plan for retirement income
Jun 5, 2024·11m - 96
4 BIG uncomfortable questions to ask about your retirement
May 29, 2024·11m - 97
The 5 Most Important Things in Your Retirement Today
May 23, 2024·11m - 98
How will inflation impact YOUR retirement now and in the future and what can you do about it?
May 16, 2024·11m - 99
What are the 4 "L's" in retirement and why are they important to your retirement plan?
May 8, 2024·11m - 100
My RISA® (Retirement Income Style Awareness®) results and what they mean and how to get yours
May 2, 2024·11m - 101
What can you do to get to the MAGIC NUMBER for retirement today?
Apr 24, 2024·11m - 102
The 4 steps to take to "Spring Clean" your retirement plan
Apr 17, 2024·11m - 103
How can you KNOW that you will have enough income in retirement? For as long as your retirement lasts...
Apr 11, 2024·11m - 104
How can you KNOW you have the best advisor for your specific situation
Apr 3, 2024·11m - 105
When does -30=+42? What is the PURPOSE of your retirement savings?
Mar 21, 2024·11m - 106
Can you retire safely WITHOUT a pension? How can you GUARANTEE an income without a pension?
Tim Wood discusses whether one can retire safely without a pension and promotes his book on retirement planning.
Mar 15, 2024·11m - 107
4 Rules for IRA contributions for the '23 tax year you need to know
Mar 6, 2024·11m - 108
What affect would another bank failure have on YOUR retirement accounts?
Feb 29, 2024·11m - 109
The 15 BIGGEST MISTAKES retirees make in retirement and how to avoid them
Feb 21, 2024·12m - 110
Why did the surprising demographic that bought the most annuities in 2023 choose to use annuities?
Feb 15, 2024·12m - 111
How can you "Insure" your retirement against failure? What guarantees are available in retirement?
Feb 7, 2024·12m - 112
What are Mortality Credits and how can they make a HUGE impact on your retirement plan? What are the parts and parties of a fixed annuity?
Jan 31, 2024·12m - 113
How can you protect yourself from retirement scams? How can you protect your family?
Jan 25, 2024·12m - 114
Can you retire happy? What makes someone happy in retirement? How can you plan for happiness?
Jan 18, 2024·12m - 115
The "Tax Code Reset" that is happening on Jan 1, 2026 and what you can do now to prepare
Jan 11, 2024·12m - 116
How to not "gamble" with your retirement dollars
Jan 5, 2024·13m - 117
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 9.2 - Real People, Real Safe Money Retirement Game Plans
Dec 27, 2023·11m - 118
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 9.1 - Real People, Real Safe Money Retirement Game Plans
Dec 21, 2023·11m - 119
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 8.4 - Safe Money Part III: The KEY to Peace of Mind
Dec 14, 2023·11m - 120
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 8.3 - Safe Money Part III: The KEY to Peace of Mind
Dec 7, 2023·11m - 121
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 8.2 - Safe Money Part III: The KEY to Peace of Mind
Nov 25, 2023·11m - 122
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 8.1 - Safe Money Part III: The KEY to Peace of Mind
Nov 16, 2023·11m - 123
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 7.2 - Safe Money Part II: Somewhat Safe, Mostly Sorry (Savings, CDs, and Coffee Cans)
Nov 8, 2023·11m - 124
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 7.1 - Safe Money Part II: Somewhat Safe, Mostly Sorry (Savings, CDs, and Coffee Cans)
Nov 6, 2023·11m - 125
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 6.2 - Safe Money Part 1: From Wall Street to Your Street
Oct 28, 2023·11m - 126
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 6.1 - Safe Money Part 1: From Wall Street to Your Street
Oct 20, 2023·11m - 127
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 5.2 - Legacy Planning: More Than Just Peace of Mind
Oct 11, 2023·11m - 128
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 5.1 - Legacy Planning: More Than Just Peace of Mind
Oct 5, 2023·11m - 129
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 4.2 - With A Little Help From Uncle Sam
Sep 29, 2023·11m - 130
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 4.1 - With A Little Help From Uncle Sam
Sep 20, 2023·11m - 131
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 3.2 - The Basics of a Safe Money Retirement Game Plan
Sep 13, 2023·11m - 132
📰SPECIAL EDITION🗞️ Live interview with legendary broadcaster Carl Swann-What Is the RISA®
Sep 7, 2023·11m - 133
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 3.1 - The Basics of a Safe Money Retirement Game Plan
Aug 30, 2023·11m - 134
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 2.2 - The Making of a Certified Financial Fiduciary®
Aug 23, 2023·11m - 135
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 2.1 - The Making of a Certified Financial Fiduciary®
Aug 17, 2023·11m - 136
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 1.2 - How working at Disney helped shape my company's philosophy
Aug 9, 2023·11m - 137
Safe Money Retirement: Your Game Plan for Success interview - 1.1 - Why did I write my book and who can it help
Aug 3, 2023·10m - 138
What are mortality credits and how do they work, and what are the parts of an annuity and how do they work
Jul 26, 2023·11m - 139
How much longer will Social Security be around, how is it funded, and how can you survive if the benefits drop
Jul 19, 2023·11m - 140
How financially sound is YOUR retirement plan and how financially sound are top-rated life insurance companies?
Jul 12, 2023·11m - 141
What questions do YOU need to answer about planning for your income in retirement now and for the rest of your life?
Jul 5, 2023·11m - 142
Understanding The Secure Act 2.0 and how it will impact your retirement
Jun 28, 2023·15m - 143
Tom Hegna Interview: Part 7 - Why did Tom write his books and what steps does he share in his books that apply to your retirement
Jun 21, 2023·11m - 144
Tom Hegna Interview: Part 6 - Why do SOME annuities get so much bad press and what can we do to manage inflation
Jun 14, 2023·11m - 145
Tom Hegna Interview: Part 5 - The 2 most important things to focus on in retirement, how to mitigate taxes, and which type of financial advisor to use
Jun 7, 2023·11m - 146
Tom Hegna Interview: Part 4 - How does life insurance factor in retirement planning and how sequence of returns affect you in retirement
Jun 1, 2023·11m - 147
Tom Hegna Interview: Part 3 - How can annuities help retirees and does Tom own annuities himself
May 24, 2023·11m - 148
Tom Hegna Interview: Part 2 - 7 steps to retirement security and what if you need long term care
May 18, 2023·11m - 149
Tom Hegna Interview: Part 1 - Common risks in retirement, why he wrote his books and why timing is everything in retirement
May 10, 2023·11m - 150
How losses REALLY affects your retirement, is no-losses and growth even possible
May 3, 2023·11m - 151
Why a lifetime income stream is the key to happiness in retirement
Apr 26, 2023·11m - 152
How to turn a "paper return" on your retirement money into a REAL return
Apr 19, 2023·11m - 153
The theory of spend-down retirement planning, is the 4% rule dead?
Apr 12, 2023·11m - 154
How to insure your risk of market loss in retirement and what are your chances of a loss this year?
Apr 5, 2023·11m - 155
Why you need an income floor in retirement and the differences between risks and hazards in retirement
Mar 29, 2023·11m - 156
How to control the uncontrollable in your retirement plan and remove all the risks and fees
Mar 22, 2023·11m - 157
The high cost of financial anxiety in retirement and how you can be certain you are safe
Mar 15, 2023·11m - 158
The one question to ask your financial advisor - how to avoid the conspiracy
Mar 8, 2023·11m - 159
The retirement game show and how to ensure you win it
Mar 2, 2023·11m - 160
Misinformation, its affect on retirement planning, and how to tell truth from the lies
Feb 22, 2023·11m - 161
How to avoid falling off a cliff in retirement and what safety measure you can put in place
Feb 16, 2023·11m - 162
What your retirement and an Olympic event have in common, when conventional wisdom isn't the best
Feb 8, 2023·11m - 163
Secure Act 2.0 - New Retirement Law That WILL Affect YOUR Retirement, What Do You Need To Know?
Feb 2, 2023·12m - 164
How to design your own "safety-first" retirement plan and relive the stress
Jan 26, 2023·11m - 165
How building a house safely and building a retirement safely are alike
Jan 19, 2023·10m - 166
What is a point-to-point crediting product and how does an annual reset work for you
Jan 5, 2023·11m - 167
How you can buy a guaranteed income and then risk the rest "have your cake and eat it too"
Dec 28, 2022·11m - 168
Is it possible to insure your retirement against losses and what risks are worth taking
Dec 21, 2022·11m - 169
How to keep your retirement only going uphill instead of riding the roller coaster, a way to insure against losing time
Dec 14, 2022·11m - 170
What conspiracy theories can tell us about retirement and how to avoid losses
Dec 7, 2022·11m - 171
Your plan for retirement isn't a game show so don't leave it to chance, choose peace of mind instead
Nov 30, 2022·11m - 172
How does "fake news" impact your retirement and how can you tell if news or a retirement plan is fake?
Nov 16, 2022·11m - 173
What it feels like to watch your retirement dollars go down the drain due to market volatility
Nov 9, 2022·11m - 174
Your retirement is a marathon, not a sprint, so how do you plan for the unknown safely?
Nov 2, 2022·11m - 175
What purpose have you assigned to your retirement money? Money with no purpose is wasted...
Oct 26, 2022·11m - 176
How to ensure you don't underlive or outlive your retirement savings, don't rely on an IFcome plan
Oct 19, 2022·11m - 177
What is an annual reset and how can it help you lock-in gains while protecting you from losses in retirement
Oct 12, 2022·11m - 178
What are the two purposes of money and how do these purposes relate to your retirement?
Oct 5, 2022·11m - 179
Which risks in retirement are worth taking and why don't you have insurance on your retirement money?
Sep 28, 2022·11m - 180
How can you be insured against losing time and the power of an annual "reset"
Sep 21, 2022·11m - 181
How a Lifetime Income Stream can be a key to your happiness in retirement, don't you want to be HAPPY?
Sep 14, 2022·11m - 182
How do you measure success with your money in retirement and is a gain exposed to market risk an actual gain
Sep 7, 2022·11m - 183
What is spend-down retirement planning and is the 4% rule dead
Aug 31, 2022·11m - 184
How do we protect anything in life? Insurance. Can insurance protect your retirement the same way?
Aug 24, 2022·11m - 185
What is an income floor and how can you use a guaranteed lifetime income to fill any income gaps?
Aug 17, 2022·11m - 186
Can you afford the cost of anxiety about your retirement savings losing value? Is it worth it?
Aug 10, 2022·11m - 187
Good isn't good enough when it comes to your retirement plan, how to remove the stress and make it GREAT!
Aug 3, 2022·11m - 188
Is there a conspiracy in your current retirement plan and are you protected from the next BIG crash
Jul 27, 2022·11m - 189
Don't play "Deal or No Deal" with your retirement and how to not rely on luck to live happily ever after
Jul 21, 2022·11m - 190
"Fake News" and how to avoid the risks in retirement you DON'T have to take
Jul 13, 2022·11m - 191
How to avoid a "Cliffhanger" in your retirement and avoid that feeling of falling from market events
Jul 6, 2022·11m - 192
The "Cliff Young Shuffle" and how to make a plan with consistent gains and no losses
Jun 29, 2022·11m - 193
What is a Safety-First retirement plan and making sure you're asking the right questions
Jun 22, 2022·11m - 194
What's the PURPOSE for your retirement money? Growth or losses with no purpose is useless!
Jun 15, 2022·11m - 195
A decision you MUST make and how to not underlive your retirement
Jun 8, 2022·11m - 196
The Sound of the Annual Reset and a Game You CAN'T Lose in Retirement
Jun 1, 2022·11m - 197
Having money vs having wealth, options for your beneficiaries, & a small business plan
May 12, 2022·11m - 198
Don't be sold a plan, where is your money, and a plan where none existed
May 5, 2022·11m - 199
Safe-Money vs Investment product, income to live longer, & protect a large sum
Apr 27, 2022·11m - 200
Why the demand for guaranteed income is surging & the Medicare Annual Election Period
Apr 13, 2022·11m - 201
The investment life cycle, how a point to point product works, and a Roth solution
Apr 6, 2022·11m - 202
How to take an income in retirement, what can life insurance cover, and a teacher's plan
Mar 31, 2022·11m - 203
The 4 factors to consider in retirement, my #1 piece of advice, and a plan for retirement
Mar 24, 2022·11m - 204
Solving a problem vs buying a product, 9 ?'s to ask your parents, and a pastor's income
Mar 17, 2022·11m - 205
Conquer the fear of running out of money, back to school, and they live like they want
Mar 10, 2022·11m - 206
The importance of information, tax-sheltered growth, and protecting her TSP savings
Mar 3, 2022·11m - 207
The story of The Fishermen, how to have a growing income, and the right coverage
Feb 24, 2022·10m - 208
What a 1035 exchange is & how it works, Fiduciary vs Suitability standards, and no losses
Feb 17, 2022·11m - 209
Ways a Certified Financial Fiduciary works for you, debt collector tips, & removing risk
Feb 10, 2022·11m - 210
Ways to meet during CoVid, a plan to beat inflation, and an income with a death benefit
Feb 3, 2022·11m - 211
The annuity you already own, the Social Security COLA for '22, and a pastor's income
Jan 27, 2022·11m - 212
What is a Certified Financial Fiduciary®, 3 retirement mistakes and a sizable decision
Jan 20, 2022·11m - 213
The power of a ZERO floor, what retirees & squirrels have in common, and no losses at 73
Jan 13, 2022·10m - 214
An uphill battle against inflation, 5 biggest mistakes, and tired of losing value at 53
Jan 6, 2022·11m - 215
When -30+43=0, what seniors care about most with Medicare, a 3 year plan like a CD
Dec 30, 2021·10m - 216
The Bucket Method for FIA's, an early retirement death spiral, and a short-term plan
Dec 23, 2021·11m - 217
Having Money vs True Wealth, 6 ways to prosper from annuities, and a plan for retirement
Dec 16, 2021·11m - 218
The challenge of blindly trusting your advisor and 3 steps to a purpose filled life
Dec 9, 2021·11m - 219
Safe-Money vs typical investments, maximize social security, and a special needs plan
Dec 2, 2021·11m - 220
Medicare Advantage vs Supplement plans, LTC alternatives, and funds for burial
Nov 25, 2021·11m - 221
Taking an income from an annuity, Social Security from an ex-spouse, a dual-purpose plan
Nov 18, 2021·11m - 222
The bucket method, how to turn savings into income, and a short term plan
Nov 18, 2021·11m - 223
The fear of running out of money, the benefits of working longer, and living as they want
Nov 11, 2021·11m - 224
Income vs Growth based annuities, should you wait for rates to rise, and a bigger return
Nov 4, 2021·11m - 225
How to transfer your retirement funds, a trustee vs a beneficiary, and safe growth
Oct 28, 2021·11m - 226
A REAL Advisor works for you, 6 "Retirement Killers" to avoid, and removing the risk
Oct 21, 2021·11m - 227
How to create a plan in CoVid times, what if you didn't save enough, and a larger payment
Oct 14, 2021·11m - 228
The top 5 stressors in retirement, A-Rod's philosophy, and the best Medicare option
Oct 7, 2021·10m - 229
The Annuity you ALREADY own, overcoming the fear of retirement, and final expenses
Sep 30, 2021·11m - 230
Should you transfer your 401K to an annuity, Gronk on retirement, and creating a plan
Sep 23, 2021·11m - 231
Annuity do's and don'ts, how to protect your elder loved ones, and a couple wants safety
Sep 16, 2021·11m - 232
Solve a problem, don't buy a product, 10 things you'll spend more on, and starting a plan
Sep 9, 2021·11m - 233
The history of Annuities, the rules for RMD's for '21, and a couple finds peace
Sep 2, 2021·11m - 234
Medicare A, B, C's, how CoVid will affect YOUR retirement, and a Medicare solution
Aug 26, 2021·11m - 235
The importance of PROCESS, my #1 question answered, and a plan for retirement
Aug 19, 2021·11m - 236
Safe-Money vs Investments, Market volatility, and a plan just in case
Aug 12, 2021·11m - 237
How to retire happier, what is Safe Money Retirement, and a widow needs a lifetime income
Aug 5, 2021·11m - 238
A topic no one likes, what is a MYGA, and a better rate than a CD
Aug 5, 2021·10m - 239
Unseen issues with market losses, fees in your retirement account, and a plan with safety
Jul 29, 2021·11m - 240
An Income for life, stimulus affect on taxes, and a plan that fits.
Jul 22, 2021·10m - 241
An income you can't outlive and a Safe-Money Retirement are possible!
Jul 15, 2021·10m