Episodes

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. Whether you're experiencing the excitement of marriage or the joy...

Have you ever wondered if the Social Security system will run out of money before you retire? Or if claiming benefits as soon as you're eligible is the best decision for your financial future? Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation out there...

How financially literate are you? In honor of Financial Literacy Month, we’re sharing facts you need to know when it comes to your money. If you’re listening to this podcast, odds are that you are already interested in this topic, but let’s take...

Spring has officially sprung, so in the spirit of the season we are going share some financial spring-cleaning tips in today’s episode. Getting organized and eliminating clutter in your finances not only feels great but can oftentimes uncover hidden...

Do you ever feel like your retirement planning goals are always moving? You're not alone. We’ve found that people often move the goalposts in their own retirement planning, often to their detriment. In this episode, we're diving deep into the...

Listen to today’s episode to see what you need to know and learn four ways the new changes might impact you. This won’t cover everything because there are more than 90 provisions in the SECURE Act 2.0, but this should give you some planning...

On today’s episode, we’ll break down the top tax questions retirees are asking in 2023.  Before you file your 2022 taxes and plan ahead for the rest of the year, make sure to listen to this episode as we’ll discuss some important tax...

Today we open up the mailbag to get to a few of the questions that have come into the show and we’ll hit on a few different financial topics that might also apply to your life. From saving for college to working with multiple financial advisors to...

In this episode, we’ll address five, unfortunately, common beneficiary mistakes. Are you making one of these beneficiary mistakes? If so, it could cost you and your loved ones dearly. Some of the simplest mistakes can completely spoil an otherwise...

With 2023 fast approaching, we have New Year’s resolutions on our minds. Many of us set financial goals each year, and this year would likely be no different if it weren’t for inflation. In this episode, we will be discussing an interesting...

Saving in your 401(k) can be an easy and painless way to build your retirement savings. But because it’s so easy and painless, it can also be easy to ignore for long periods of time, which often leads to mistakes. In this episode, we’ll cover 5...

You need to make smart decisions during major life events, and we are here to help guide you. Whether it's a job change or divorce, we recommend taking three months to work everything out. Most people like to think that they always make decisions...

Sometimes you need to find a new financial advisor. Other times, you might think you need a new advisor, but really, you’re just guilty of thinking that the grass is greener on the other side. We are all human and everyone makes mistakes, but should...

As we approach the end of the year, saving money on taxes becomes a bigger focus for many people. Today we’re sharing some of the most common retirement planning questions about taxes. We’ll share mistakes to avoid and how a proper plan can make a...

Just like the lights on your dashboard can indicate if something is wrong with your car (like low tire pressure or leaking oil), there are indicators in your financial life that might point out that you have a problem that needs to be addressed. In...

We always talk about the money side of financial and retirement planning. But what about the mental aspect of that big life change? Today we’ll break down an article written by a Licensed Professional Counselor (Kate Schroeder) for Psychology Today,...

There are plenty of decisions that you’ll make in the retirement planning process that can’t be undone, so you want to make sure that you make the right call. In this episode, we’ll explain why these decisions are so important and can’t be...

People have many reasons for procrastinating when it comes to putting a retirement plan together. Let’s explore some of those excuses and why they can be dangerous, and talk about how to overcome them. Here's some of what you’ll learn on this...

Being a good advisor isn’t about winning a popularity contest or just saying the same things that everyone else in the industry says. It’s about giving the best advice that you can for each individual situation. On today’s show, we’re going to...

A recent article from breaks down the potential EARN Act working its way through our government right now. Sort of like a Secure Act 2.0, the EARN Act could change essential things about retirement planning. One of the biggest changes could be to RMD...

What’s the key to surviving a bear market, whether you are in retirement or you are preparing for retirement? A dip in the market may seem scary but it can be an opportunity for investors as well. Surviving a bear market is all about balance and...

Many people have been DIYing their retirement plans over the past decade and have done fairly well. But with new market volatility, a lot of people are looking for an advisor to help them through this turbulent time. What red flags do you need to be...

When planning for retirement there are a lot of opinions and voices to listen to. Which side of the aisle should you follow? Many times, the “right answer” is going to depend on your own situation and plan. Some think you always need to sell the...

Math doesn’t lie, but can these retirement numbers be misleading? Women have less saved than men, while disturbing this isn’t necessarily surprising. Experts are estimating you need $1.04 million to retire comfortably. Assigning a dollar amount...