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Episode 665:  Get to know a familiar face a little better as Matthew and Justin explore Jenny’s life and her remarkable 33-year journey with RYA! Then, when retirement stops feeling like a vacation, what comes next? Discover what can make this chapter fulfilling long after the excitement fades.

Episode 664: From rising oil prices to midterm elections, market noise can feel overwhelming, but diversification can help keep your long-term plan on track. Then, learn four costly IRA mistakes that can lead to taxes, penalties, and consequences that may be impossible to reverse.

Episode 663:  After successfully managing his family’s finances for 25 years, one experienced investor hired an advisor and came away with five lessons he didn’t expect. Next, Ryan and Justin show how a seemingly diversified portfolio can gradually become overly dependent on the same winning stocks.

Episode 662: Cars break, roofs wear out, and appliances die. John and Zach explain how to turn those future “surprises” into planned expenses instead of financial emergencies. Next, learn how to use Roth conversions like a scalpel, not a sledgehammer, to help reduce taxes over the long run.

Episode 661: Want to help your kids or grandkids while you’re still here to see it? Steve and Matthew explain how much you can give and how to make the most of today’s gifting rules. Next, learn the financial moves that can help you navigate life’s biggest milestones, from a first job and marriage to retirement and handling an inheritance.

Episode 660: Matthew and Abbie sit down with Hannah to talk about her role at RYA and give clients a chance to get to know the person behind the familiar voice. Then, learn how to plan ahead for retirement’s biggest expenses and avoid costly “gotchas” after your paycheck stops.

Episode 659: Discover why growing wealth can make typical market swings feel anything but normal and how adjusting your strategy or perspective can help you stay on track. Then, learn why frightening headlines can be costly when they influence investment decisions and how a long-term plan can help keep you grounded.

Episode 658: A big 401(k) is worth celebrating, but taxes can take a surprising bite. Ryan and Matthew discuss ways to keep more of what you worked so hard to save. Then, learn four smart steps for handling a windfall wisely.

Episode 657:  Steve and Zach walk through the key moves that can help turn early retirement from a dream into a workable, lasting plan. Next, learn how those “it’s just a few dollars” purchases can turn into real money, and how to bring them back under control.

Episode 656: John and Justin explore the key tradeoffs between leaving your IRA directly to loved ones or passing it through a trust. Then, learn how smart decisions about spending, taxes, income, and market risk can help protect the seven-figure retirement savings you worked so hard to build.

Episode 655: You can care deeply about politics without letting it control your portfolio. Discover why successful investing depends more on discipline than election predictions. Then, learn simple tricks that can help you spend less and save more, even if willpower isn’t your superpower.

Episode 654: Matthew and Zach sit down with Client Relations Coordinator, Suzanne Martin, to learn more about her story and the heart she brings to serving clients. Then, discover six practical moves that can help couples strengthen their marriage as retirement reshapes their routines, spending decisions, and vision for the next chapter.

Episode 653: Medicare Advantage and original Medicare work very differently. Learn how to compare the tradeoffs before deciding which path is right for you. Then, Ryan and Steve explain how emotions, timing, and buying the latest winners can cause investors to miss out on the returns their investments actually earn.

Episode 652: Social Security faces real financial pressure, but that doesn’t mean benefits are disappearing. Learn what the latest projections actually mean, and why retirees shouldn’t make decisions based on scary headlines. Then, discover where your forgotten 401(k) money may be hiding, how to track it down, and what to do once you find it.

Episode 651: AI is everywhere, but the real question for investors is simple: can it help companies make more money? Then, John and Steve explain why buying a house in retirement comes with a different set of decisions, and what to consider before making the move.

Episode 650: A confident answer isn't always the right one. Discover why AI can overlook the details that matter most when making important financial decisions. Next, learn how your first job's benefits and employer perks, along with smart money habits, can set you up for long-term financial success.

Episode 649: Many budgets fail because they're too complicated. Explore a straightforward strategy that can help you manage your money and stay on track. Then, discover practical steps that can help you provide financial support to family while protecting both your finances and your relationships.

Episode 648: From brokerage accounts to 529 plans, learn how to prioritize your savings options and build a stronger financial foundation for your child. Then, discover practical steps and little-known tools that can help protect your wishes and ease the burden on your family if the unexpected occurs.

Episode 647: A few overlooked estate planning decisions can spark years of family conflict. Learn the key mistakes blended families should avoid and the strategies that can protect everyone involved. Next, explore the health insurance options that can bridge the gap to Medicare and the enrollment rules that can help you avoid costly surprises later.

Episode 646:  Whether you itemize or take the standard deduction, new charitable giving rules could affect your tax bill. Learn what’s changing in 2026. Then, discover why having a pension changes retirement planning, but doesn’t eliminate it, and explore strategies that can help military and public-sector retirees make the most of the benefits they’ve earned.

Episode 645: Bad news dominates the headlines, yet markets often remain surprisingly resilient. Learn what investors may be missing about how markets really work. Then, Ryan and Zach explore why many Americans feel financially uneasy despite record household wealth and low unemployment.

Episode 644:  Matthew and Justin talk with Josh Marbert about the technology and operations behind RYA, along with a few lighter moments and personal insights along the way. Then, discover how investing can create greater freedom and opportunity in your life, and learn practical first steps to begin building confidence for the future.

Episode 643: The famous 4% retirement rule is getting a rethink. Learn why flexibility, diversification, and real-life spending patterns may reshape retirement income. Then, Steve and Abbie walk through the real numbers, hidden costs, and practical tradeoffs that can make or break a rental property investment.

Episode 642:  Scammers are getting smarter, faster, and more convincing. Learn four common schemes targeting seniors and how to spot the red flags before it’s too late. Then, explore how the AI boom could impact the economy and markets in ways that could look very different from today’s headlines.

Episode 641: Before taking on a mortgage, car loan, or new payment, learn how lenders evaluate your debt-to-income ratio and what it reveals about your financial health. Then, explore the hidden habits and cultural pressures that can leave even high earners feeling financially stressed.