Greg Aler

Fire Your Financial Advisor by Golden Reserve

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The Fire Your Financial Advisor Podcast by Golden Reserve is for every-day retirees. We challenge financial advisors and the fees the trillion-dollar industry takes from your hard-earned savings. Join us each week for straight shooting, honest insights on protecting your assets from taxes, market risk, fees and long-term care. We'll also challenge financial advisors and the fees the trillion-dollar industry takes from your hard-earned savings. 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:...

Author

Greg Aler

Category

Business

Podcast website

www.getyourroadmap.com

Latest episode

Jul 11, 2026

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Episodes

Kevin O’Leary says we need HOW MUCH to retire? 13.02.2024

Every year there is a new number the experts say we need to retire. It keeps going up. But Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary has taken it to a new level. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shark Tank’s "Mr. Wonderful" has a Crazy Retirement Number 10.02.2024

On this week's show: The latest eye-popping number we need for retirement. Part of the financial industry needs a warning label. How reliable is Jim Cramer? What we usually miss in tax planning. A new idea for your 401(k) that has real merit. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube . See omnystudio.com/l...

Yellowstone star Lainey Wilson has a broke mentality 06.02.2024

Lainey Wilson is a Country Music star and a part on the hit show "Yellowstone". But even with all her success, she still struggles with spending money. Many retirees have the same problem.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024 retirement rule changes | An idea to save Social Security | Yellowstone star Lainey Wilson adjusting to her financial success | How the financial industry doesn’t want you to touch your 401(k) 03.02.2024

On this week's show: Are the 2024 retirement rules changes helping or hurting? Should Social Security use the stock market? Lainey Wilson needed to borrow $100 for Taco Bell. Mom said, “Don’t touch the hot stove.” The financial industry has the same lesson with your 401(k). Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook , LinkedIn an...

New Verbiage to Watch Out for From Your Financial Advisor 30.01.2024

Greg Aler and Phil Huff of Golden Reserve look at an article for financial advisors on how to justify charging you more. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Problem with Financial Advisors: Too much risk, hiding fees, lining their pockets with your retirement money 27.01.2024

A 68-year-old widow questions her advisor’s tactics. New verbiage advisors are using to take more of your money. Is the object of retirement to “die with zero?” Have 401(k)s made any improvements in the last 10 years? Is your retirement plan missing a pilot?   Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube . Se...

Should you buy the new bitcoin ETF? 23.01.2024

Bitcoin gets a lot of press. But how do you invest in it? The SEC has now made it easier with a Bitcoin ETF. Should you make it a part of your portfolio? Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The original “Wolf of Wall Street” has surprising financial advice for you 16.01.2024

Even though Jordan Belfort was wildly successful as a wall street trader, he has a very low opinion of financial advisors. Greg agrees and shares why he feels that way. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retirement Advice from the real “Wolf of Wall Street” | Why Golden Reserve does tax planning AND tax preparation | Your past financial mistakes shouldn’t hold you back from a successful retirement | Are you napping on your 401(k)? 13.01.2024

Jordan Belfort, “The Wolf of Wall Street,” is out of jail with surprising financial advice. Why part of the Golden Reserve Roadmap for Retirement is to do your taxes each year. How to recover from your financial mistakes. You have most of your savings in a 401(k). Is it on autopilot? Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook , L...

How will the financial stories of 2023 unfold in 2024? 09.01.2024

We look at interest rates, the Fed, markets, regional banks, The Magnificent 7, and more. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Overcoming the fear of running out of money 02.01.2024

It’s the number one fear of people preparing for and in retirement: Running out of money. How the Golden Reserve "Roadmap for Retirement" can help you overcome it.   Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the 401(k) really your retirement friend? 26.12.2023

The headlines when the 401(k) came out were great. Now that we are using it in retirement, the headlines have changed. How do you overcome the main drawbacks of the 401(k)? Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should your Roth conversions be done by a certain age? 20.12.2023

Moving money from a taxable bucket to a Roth can help with your tax liabilities in retirement. Is there a point when it’s too late? Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should you have a cash slush fund? | In what part of retirement planning are you “high risk?” | Is your 401(k) on autopilot? | A 5-year fight over a celebrity estate is almost over | Is there a deadline for a Roth conversion? | How the financial industry 18.12.2023

How much cash is your advisor telling you to have on hand? Should you be buying insurance in your 60s? Is your 401(k) working overtime or stuck in a rut? Another celebrity who should have done better estate planning. Is there an age when Roth conversions no longer help? Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook , LinkedIn and Yo...

Why is “spend down” a dirty phrase in the financial world? 12.12.2023

Should you rely on your retirement savings to kick off income and never touch your principle? We talk about creating income from your 401(k) and the idea of spending some of your principle. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it ok to spend down your retirement savings principle? | One of the more confusing financial headlines we’ve ever seen | A financial giant has passed away | Your politicians are making moves to save Social Security and reduce financial fees | A crazy i 11.12.2023

Why is “spend down” a dirty phrase in the financial world? Can anyone really tell me what a fiduciary is? Batman has lost Robin at Berkshire Hathaway. New ideas from the Senate and the White House to save your retirement money. Ron Barron explains his plan to beat inflation. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook , LinkedIn a...

Your "5 years before retirement" checklist 05.12.2023

Yahoo Finance compiled a list of things you need to look at in the 5 years before retirement. Greg breaks them down and talks about how Golden Reserve's Roadmap for Retirement can help prepare for that day you hang up the cleats.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is the financial industry trying to scare you? | TIAA is being sued | Has Dave Ramsey gone crazy? | How much more return will you get on your money by working with a financial advisor? 04.12.2023

Is running out of money a real thing or a financial industry scare tactic? A pension company trying to up your fees. Are you a list maker? Time for your retirement checklist. Dave Ramsey is taking a lot of heat for a controversial statement. How much more money will you make working with a financial advisor?  Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or foll...

When do you step in when your parents start to decline? 28.11.2023

We all forget things, but when you see a pattern with your parents, what do you do? How do you step in to prevent a financial mistake due to cognitive decline? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Retirement Ice Bath 21.11.2023

You’ve probably seen people who jump into a tub of ice water or into a hole in a frozen lake. The idea is that it’s such a shock to your system that you forget about stress and all the problems of your life to focus on one thing…getting warm. Greg Aler is an advocate of it. He talks about why and the “shocks to the system” that can happen in retirement. Subscribe or follow so you never miss an epi...

3 reasons you should retire right now! | One school that gets an “F” in investing | Laying the groundwork for your retirement like Shaq | Can you retire on Social Security and your 401(k)? | Greg’s interview with David Foster and Kathrine McPhee 18.11.2023

If you get the financial green light to retire DO IT! How too much risk can jeopardize your retirement dreams. Shaq has a great lesson for us about preparation. The financial industry wants you to believe that Social Security and your 401(k) is not enough. Is it true? Legendary record producer David Foster and his wife-singer Kathrine McPhee talk about their career and new documentary.   Subscribe...

The #1 scare tactic of the financial industry 14.11.2023

The number one fear of people going into retirement is running out of money. Is it real or is it a manufactured fear that the financial industry wants you to believe?   Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How higher interest rates are a good thing if you are getting ready for retirement | Half of people have this problem 5 years into retirement | Is the 401(k) really your friend? | Passing down financial assets to your family effectively | The dos and don’ 11.11.2023

Should you be worried about or should you celebrate higher interest rates? Myth Buster: Addressing the number one worry of people getting ready for retirement. Now that we are using our 401(k), is it coming up short? Passing down your financial legacy takes some planning. What is the right time to do a 401(k)-to-Roth conversion? Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at Golde...

The biggest communication gaps with financial advisors 07.11.2023

We’ve all heard of generation gaps. Different age groups have a hard time relating due to the ways they communicate. It can happen between financial advisors and their clients. Greg breaks down the biggest offenders.   Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode! Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

What can we learn about retirement from the airline boarding process? | How much do you need to save to pull 5,000 dollars a month? | The number one fear about retirement is the same every year. How do you get over it? | When mom or dad start to show sign 04.11.2023

How can you be tax efficient with your withdrawals? Greg plays myth buster with what number the financial industry says you need to live. Walking away from your employer paycheck is tough. The Golden Reserve income tent can calm those emotional worries of running out of money. How to approach the mental decline of mom and dad. My financial advisor seems smart, but I don’t understand what he’s sayi...

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