Podcasts about retirement planner

On this episode: Many retirement plans fail in the first 5 years of retirement…why? Is an IRA-to-Roth conversion a good move for you? One article says be careful. How one man had to wait 5 years to settle his father’s estate, only to find out about a big tax surprise. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most Retirees Will Run Out of Money. Here's Why. Many Americans enter retirement believing they have enough saved, but the reality can be very different. Inflation, healthcare expenses, taxes, market volatility, and spending habits can put tremendous pressure on a retirement portfolio over time. **Schedule your free virtual consultation

On this episode: The over heated stock market, the war, and inflation: Are these things keeping you from retiring? Have we found the perfect number for your IRA-to-Roth conversion? The purpose for a Will and how you spend your inheritance. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm 50 With $150K Saved. When Can I Retire?Is $150,000 enough to retire? If you're 50 years old and have $150K saved for retirement, you may be wondering whether you're on track, behind, or closer than you think.**Schedule your free virtual consultation

Don't Retire Until You Understand These ExpensesRetirement is about more than replacing your paycheck. Many retirees are surprised by the real costs that show up after they stop working.In this video, we break down some of the biggest retirement expenses people often underestimate, including:• Health insurance before Medicare• Medicare premiums and out of pocket costs• Inflation and rising everyday expenses• Housing and property taxes• Travel and lifestyle spending• Long term care concerns• Taxes in retirement• Emergency expenses and unexpected repairsIf you are planning to retire in the next 5 to 10 years, understanding these costs now could help you avoid major financial stress later.**Schedule your free virtual consultation

Maybe your family is one that doesn’t talk about money. That can come back to haunt you after the passing of a loved one. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode: When tech stocks are up 200%, is it real? Whirlpool stopped paying its dividend after 70 years. Does that mean something? Want to know how much you’ll need per month in retirement? The new averages are out. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retire At 60 With $225K: Where Should You Take Income From First?If you're retiring at 60 with around $225,000 saved, the order you take income from can make a huge difference in how long your money lasts.In this video, I walk through a practical retirement withdrawal strategy, including which accounts may make sense to tap first, how to think about taxes before Social Security and Medicare, and common mistakes that can drain retirement savings faster than expected.Retirement income planning is not just about how much you saved. It is about how efficiently you use it. **Schedule your free virtual consultation

You may love your job and gladly work 60 hours a week. What challenges does that bring for your retirement? Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode: Some people retire with strong finances but still struggle—because retirement isn’t just about the numbers. Why are annuities suddenly gaining traction among retirees? Retirement withdrawals aren’t always rule-based—how you pull income can be more flexible than you might expect. Family inheritance plans can look simple on paper, but real-life dynamics often make them far more complicated. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can I Retire at 63 With $350K?Can you really retire at 63 with $350,000 saved? In this video, we break down the real numbers behind retirement income, Social Security, healthcare costs, withdrawals, and lifestyle expectations to see what's actually possible.Too many people think they either need millions to retire… or that $350K automatically means they're out of options. The truth is somewhere in the middle.**Schedule your free virtual consultation

Ever look out the window at work longing to be out there instead of at your desk? Most everybody does, but it takes on a different meaning in your 60s. Greg is joined by Golden Reserve President Phil Huff to discuss when you know it’s time to be done. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the biggest mistake retirees make isn’t running out of money—but not using it when life is best? On this episode of the Retirement Coffee Talk Podcast, Charisse Rivers takes a closer look at long‑standing retirement income formulas that suggest spending less once the paychecks stop. In this conversation, the focus is on where rules like “80% of income” come from, why many retirees quietly scale back even more, and how fear around markets, taxes, long‑term care, and legacy planning shapes those decisions. By breaking retirement into different spending phases, this episode challenges listeners to rethink what retirement income was truly designed to support—especially in the years when energy and opportunity are highest. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode!

On this episode of Fire Your Financial Advisor: Can you “break the bank” on a retirement whim? Sometimes boring is better with investing. Is Vanguard taking it too far? When the estate had bills, how much do you have to pay? Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode: For years you wrote a check to Uncle Sam in April. Now that you’re retired, that should change… right? Maybe not. The formulas say you need 80% of your working-years income in retirement. Is that actually true? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode!

What if the biggest threats to your retirement aren’t market swings—but the everyday costs no one warns you about? On this episode of the Retirement Coffee Talk podcast, Charisse Rivers breaks down the surprising expenses retirees often overlook, from Social Security taxes and Medicare penalties to dental work, healthcare, and long‑term care. Using relatable comparisons and real‑world examples, this episode explores how “one‑time” events and miscellaneous costs quietly add up year after year. The conversation highlights why retirement planning isn’t just about monthly bills, but preparing for unpredictable moments—from major home repairs to milestone trips—and why those details matter more than most people expect. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode!

Why People FAIL Retirement (It's Not What You Think)Most people think retirement fails because of a bad stock markets, not saving enough for retirement, or retiring too early… but that's usually not the real reason.In this retirement video, I break down the true causes of retirement failure—and the retirement mistakes I see over and over again as a financial planner. These are the hidden risks that can quietly derail even solid retirement plans if you're not paying attention.**Schedule your free virtual consultation

If your kids are shocked by what’s in your will, the damage may already be done. On this episode of Fire Your Financial Advisor, Greg Aler digs into why inheritances so often spark family conflict and how unclear estate planning can turn grief into litigation. Greg draws from years as an estate attorney to explain common flashpoints—unequal distributions, family businesses, estranged children, and last‑minute changes—and why will contests almost never end well. The conversation focuses on intent, communication, and documentation, highlighting why tough conversations held early can shape very different outcomes later. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the Social Security plan you’re counting on isn’t as untouchable as you think?In this episode of the Retirement Coffee Talk Podcast, Charisse Rivers digs into renewed proposals to cap Social Security benefits and what those ideas really mean for individuals, couples, and future retirees. The discussion breaks down how uncommon high benefit payouts actually are, why benefit caps may miss the bigger picture, and how lawmakers often tinker with the system instead of fixing it. You’ll also hear why changes to claiming ages, taxes, and contribution rules are more likely than dramatic overhauls—and why staying aware of policy shifts matters long before retirement arrives. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode!

On this episode: Getting out of the retirement tax traps. How can your retirement plan build in market declines? Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode!

Can I Retire at 62 with $400,000?!?In this retirement video, we break down whether $400,000 is enough to retire at age 62, how long your retirement money may last, and the key factors that determine if early retirement is realistic. We'll cover Social Security at 62, retirement income planning, retirement withdrawal strategies, taxes in retirement, healthcare costs before Medicare, inflation, and how much monthly income a $400k portfolio can potentially generate.**Schedule your free virtual consultation

What are the pros and cons of dipping into your 401(k) to let your Social Security payment grow? Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode: Coming to grips with watching your balance go down in retirement. Should you ever put personal money into a workplace 401(k)? What happens when your advisor invests your money in ways you never asked for? Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode: Waiting for the perfect market dip sounds smart—but for retirees, it can lead to missed growth and added risk. Retiring into a down market isn’t just uncomfortable—it can permanently damage a retirement plan. Taxes, Medicare penalties, medical costs, long‑term care, and everyday surprises can quietly derail retirement plans. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode!

If you ask people preparing for retirement and those IN retirement the same question, you may get very different answers. That seems to be the case with retirement timing. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode!

How to Pay $0 in Taxes During RetirementAre you paying more taxes in retirement than you need to?In this video, I break down the strategies that can help retirees legally reduce — and in some cases eliminate — taxes on retirement income. We'll talk about how different income sources are taxed, including Social Security, IRAs, 401(k)s, Roth accounts, dividends, and brokerage accounts.How to Pay $0 in Taxes During Retirement**Schedule your free virtual consultation

Everyone loves to hate annuities—yet $464 billion poured into them last year. What do all those retirees know that the loudest critics don’t? Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode: Without all that employer income, why do retirees get into tax troubles? IRAs often look like savings—but they can turn into one of the biggest tax liabilities retirees and their families face. A headline promises to boost your 401(k), but what’s actually being added behind the scenes? Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode: The price of many products and services is up. How are you dealing with it in retirement? What are the hidden costs of retirement that may give you “Sticker Shock?” Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode!

If you're aiming to retire at 60, the question isn't just “Can I Retire?” — it's “What will it actually take to make it work?”In this video, I break down the key factors that determine whether retiring at 60 is realistic.**Schedule your free virtual consultation

On this episode: The fallacy of “When you do better, we do better.” Hidden costs that may surprise you in retirement. Many happy retirees have established this bucket of money. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode: When you look at the stock market today, have you forgotten about the gains of the last 10 years? A new study that shows if retirees do THIS, they will enjoy retirement more. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode!

55 With $150K… Are You Closer to Retirement Than You Think?If you're 55 years old with $150,000 saved for retirement, you might be wondering… am I behind, or do I still have a shot?The truth is, retirement isn't just about how much you've saved—it's about how you plan.**Free Book

Being debt free is a great goal in retirement. But at what cost? Sometimes paying off that mortgage makes more psychological sense than financial sense. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How to Retire at 60 With ONLY $200K (Is It Possible?)Is it really possible to retire at 60 with just $200,000 saved?In this video, we break down what retirement would actually look like with $200K—what income it could generate, the biggest risks most people overlook, and the key decisions that determine whether this is realistic or not.We'll cover:• How much monthly income $200K can actually produce• The biggest mistake people make when estimating retirement needs• What expenses must be controlled for this plan to work• Alternative strategies to stretch your savings further• When working longer vs. retiring early really makes senseIf you're approaching retirement and wondering “do I have enough?”, this video will give you a clear, honest framework to think through your next steps.**Schedule your free virtual consultation

SECO Energy CEO Curtis Wynn joins Charisse to explain why electric costs are rising, how Florida’s power grid works, and what growing demand from data centers and AI means for consumers. The conversation covers affordability, infrastructure planning, and practical ways households can reduce energy use without sacrificing comfort. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode!

70 percent of us will need some kind of care in our elder years. That care could be VERY expensive. Saying, “That will never happen to me” is not a good strategy. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode: If the current market losses are keeping you up at night, what does it say about your retirement plan? Your 401(k), your house, your pension: all will be retirement assets. You might be missing the biggest one of all. Like this episode? Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode!

53 With $1.1M Saved… Am I Ready to Retire? If you're 53 with $1.1M saved, you're ahead of most people—but are you actually ready to retire?In this video, I break down what that portfolio could realistically generate in monthly income, and the key factors that will determine if it's enough (or not). It's not just about the number—it's about your spending, timeline, and risk.Before you make any big decisions, make sure you understand what your money can actually do for you. **Schedule your free virtual consultation

On this episode: Why retirees keep making the same mistake: Your money keeps growing, but fear holds you back from spending—until you realize the real risk isn’t spending too much, it’s not living enough. The Roth conversion timing trap: Move too slowly and taxes explode later; move too fast and Medicare costs jump—finding the right window can save tens of thousands over retirement. Why fees feel invisible but hit hard: Like Medicare, the more you have, the more you pay—often for the same service—raising the question of what your advisor is really earning each year. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm 45 With $150K Saved… Am I On Track for Retirement?I'm 45 years old with $150,000 saved for retirement — am I behind, on track, or still able to retire comfortably? In this retirement video, we break down how long $150K can grow, what you should be saving in your 40s, and realistic retirement timelines. I'll walk through the retirement math, retirement investment assumptions, and retirement strategies that can help you catch up before retirement. If you're in your 40s wondering whether your retirement savings are enough, this retirement video will give you a clear path forward.**Schedule your free virtual consultation

How much do you charge? How do you deal with risk, inflation, taxes, and Social Security? These are all good questions for your financial advisor. We discuss a question that may be a deal breaker. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Each year around St. Patrick’s Day, McDonalds offers the Shamrock Shake. But it’s only available for a short time. Are there tasks in retirement that have a window of opportunity? Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode: Should you be backing off your risk in this crazy market? Haven’t saved enough? Maybe you can double your savings in retirement. What works better: Paying taxes now on your 401(k) or pay taxes later? Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andy chats with fellow retirement planner Bradley Hilton, CFP®, TPCP®, MBA from Sonas Financial Planning. In this episode they talk about a wide array of retirement planning topics such as tax planning, distribution strategies, investing, annuities, long-term care insurance, what consumers often overlook in retirement planning and much more!Links in this episode:Bradley's advisory company website - https://www.sonasfp.com/ or https://www.sonasfinancialplanning.comTax Foundation summary of state-level estate and inheritance taxes (as of 2025) - here To send Andy questions to be addressed on future Q&A episodes, email andy@andypanko.comTenon Financial monthly e-newsletter - Retirement Planning InsightsFacebook group - Retirement Planning Education (formerly Taxes in Retirement)YouTube channel - Retirement Planning Education (formerly Retirement Planning Demystified)Retirement Planning Education website - www.RetirementPlanningEducation.com

The 3 Numbers That Decide If You Can Retire**Schedule your free virtual consultation

On this episode: You buy something and they try to add on and add on. Is your financial advisor doing it too? Your risk profile: Where is your bottom? Or is that even the right question? This could be your biggest hurdle if you retire early. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The financial news throws around terms that are hard to understand. Let’s break it down for you. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode: Remember the creature feature scary movie when you were a kid? The financial industry is very similar. When you start tapping into your 401(k), Uncle Sam sees you in a whole new way. Many people try to do their own retirement planning. How are they doing five years later? Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

$175K at 62 — Is Retirement Even Possible?**Schedule your free virtual consultation