Capitalized Life Radio Show

We all strive for a smooth transition to retirement. And when we get there, we want to enjoy the fruits of our labor. But it doesn’t always pan out that way – at least not without proper planning. Matthew P. Johnson discusses the top three questions you should ask yourself to help you achieve your retirement dream. Listen to the latest Capiltalized Life and Retirement Show here to learn more.

Rising inflation and market volatility are dampening Americans’ confidence in their ability to live out their dream retirement. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Listen to the latest Capitalized Life and Retirement Show with Matthew P. Johnson here to learn more.

BREAKING NEWS: It's not over yet. With bank-collapse headlines startling the nation, we understand the lingering fear amongst many investors, especially those nearing retirement. As inflation cools, the overall economic condition of this country IS slowly improving, but this doesn't mean we're in the clear. Yet. Here's how to make sure you're prepared for whatever comes ne...

Today’s episode may not be a pleasant one, but it is an important one. YOUR money means what happens to it is YOUR responsibility. But you don’t have to go it alone. The right Fiduciary can help guide you with their knowledge, identify risk factors, and make a plan to set you up for a worry-free retirement. But it starts and ends with… you guessed it; you. Listen to the latest Capitalized Life and...

Ouch. Are you feeling the burn in your back pocket? As we all ship hard-earned cash to Uncle Sam, it's left many of us feeling the sting. But what can we learn from this year's taxes? Can we use it to our advantage? Listen to the latest Capitalized Life and Retirement Show with Matthew P. Johnson here to find out.

Matthew Johnson's passion is education. Seeing his clients succeed in retirement is his ultimate goal. As Fiduciaries, the team at Johnson Wealth and Income Management are here to help you prepare for retirement the right way. And it all starts with the "Five P's". Listen to the latest Capitalized Life and Retirement show here to learn more!  

A rising interest environment impacts consumers differently depending on whether they are a borrower or a saver. In order to help financially secure your retirement, we need to be focused on one word: growth. Listen to the latest Capitalized Life & Retirement Show with Matthew P. Johnson here to find out more.

Diversification is the process of spreading out your money in different investments, so that you’re not too exposed to any one investment. The primary purpose of diversification is to mitigate risk. Listen to the latest Capitalized Life & Retirement Show with Matthew P. Johnson here to learn how diversification works, why it’s so important and how to diversify your portfolio.

Are we headed for recession? Are we already in one? Are we past the unsafe stage? If you are losing money in your investments, or simply nervous given the current market situation, there are a few ways to help reduce your risk. But you need to take action now. Listen to the latest Capitalized Life & Retirement show with Matthew P. Johnson here to find out more. 

We’re living in challenging and changing times. From inflation to interest rates, we have to be aware of the good, the bad and the ugly in order to properly evaluate our financial health. Listen to the latest Capitalized Life & Retirement Show with Matthew P. Johnson here to find out more.

You've finally reached the day you hang up your working hat. Now you've received your last official paycheck, how do you feel? Are the numbers in your accounts affecting how you feel? If so positively or negatively? At the end of the day, it's about how YOU feel once you hit retirement that matters. Find out more in the latest Capitalized Life & Retirement Show with Matthew P. J...

As adults, we sometimes lose focus when it comes to our retirement planning and money management. Furthermore, we don’t allow ourselves the grace of failure in order to learn and make changes. When it comes to your retirement income strategy, ‘The Singularity of Purpose’ enables us to refocus on our financial goals while embracing, reflecting and learning from previous mistakes. Listen to the late...

Over the course of the year, we get plenty of emails to the studio with specific questions on financial planning and saving for retirement. Today, we're going to go through our top questions and provide educated answers that will hopefully help you on your way to retirement success. Let's open the mail bag together in the latest Capitalized Life & Retirement Show with Matthew P Johns...

As the last few years rocked the economy, many Americans are looking to their retirement years with dread and worry - not the Golden Years they were anticipating. Fear of the unknown is something that can affect any one of us, so as we embark on a new year, what are the top four fears for retirees? And what can we do about it? Listen to the latest podcast with Matthew Johnson here to find out.

When it comes to inflation and volatility, 2023 is probably going to be yet another year of havoc. But should you withdraw all your money from the stock market? After the last few years, perhaps you've already done so. However, we need to understand what's happening in the markets in order to strategize for retirement success. Listen to the latest podcast with Matthew Johnson here to lea...

A new year is a great time to reflect on the past 365 days, and look ahead to potential changes for 2023. A recent survey by the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School of Business asked Americans over 50 asking what their top 5 regrets are. Listen to the latest Capitalized Life & Retirement show with Matthew Johnson here to find out the results - and how you can help avoid the same r...

As Matthew Johnson of Johnson Wealth & Income Management celebrates 25 years of experience in the financial planning world, he is here to talk about a time-sensitive topic - things you need to be sinking your money into before it's gone. Listen to the last Capitalized Life and Retirement show of the year here to find out more!

There’s debt, and then there’s debt that could potentially have a stranglehold on your retirement. Find out the facts and how you can deal with debt (especially as you near retirement) with Matthew P. Johnson in the latest Capitalized Life & Retirement Show here.

Friends, family and planning for the future… The holidays bring a whole new meaning to new beginnings. Make this year a new beginning for YOU. Find out more in the latest Capitalized Life and Retirement Show with Matthew P. Johnson here.

No one likes taking the blame. And sometimes we even prefer to point the finger. But what about taking accountability for the future? Your retirement to be specific. At the end of the day, it's your financial future, and only you should be responsible for it. Listen to Matthew Johnson in the latest Capitalized Life and Retirement Show here to find out more.

Why is this year different from all other years for Iowans? Inflation. How does inflation affect fixed-income? And how does fixed-income affect inflation? Find out here.

How many times have you asked/told someone what they need to be doing, only to be told "I know, I know..."? In today's Capital Life & Retirement Show, Matthew Johnson discusses the inexcusable excuses we are all guilty of when it comes to managing our financial future.

Problems are an unfortunate part of daily life; Problems with your car, problems with your dishwasher, problems with your laptop. When you can’t solve these issues on your own – no matter how hard you try – sometimes, all it takes is a brand new perspective from someone who can instantly see where the problem lies. Whether your problems lie in the economy, markets or even your retirement portfolio...

In Iowa and across the U.S, pre-retirees and retirees can invest in gold through exchange-traded funds (ETFs), buying stock in gold miners and associated companies, and buying a physical product. But in 2022, does it still pay to invest in gold and other precious metals? Listen to the latest Capitalized Life & Retirement Show here with Matthew P. Johnson to find out.

We're seeing more and more people becoming suckers - but what exactly are we talking about? When it comes to our money, we can be suckers for a good salesman. And unfortunately, the financial world is riddled with them. Listen to the latest Capitalized Life and Retirement Show with Matthew Johnson here to find out more!