Retire Right with Alan Becker

When you plan for retirement, you might want to consider all the risks your money may face… Because if you don’t take steps to help preserve your money from risk, your retirement could be at risk. Alan discusses some of the biggest potential threats to our retirement income. On this episode of "Retire Right with Alan Becker," Alan and the Retirement Solutions Group team break down essential retire...

In the world of investments, two approaches often dominate the conversation: active and passive investing. It's like choosing between a sports car that requires skilled handling or an SUV designed for a smoother, more predictable ride. While money has been flowing increasingly toward passive approaches in recent years, the question remains—which strategy is right for your retirement journey? On th...

Many of us spend decades preparing for retirement, diligently saving in our 401(k)s and watching our account balances grow. But as retirement approaches, a significant challenge emerges—how do you actually transform those savings into reliable monthly income? It's a shift from earning a paycheck to creating your own "retirement paycheck" that needs to last a lifetime. On this episode of "Retire Ri...

Do you have enough money saved for retirement… but you feel too scared to actually spend it? You’re not alone. Today, we’re talking with Alan. He’s here to talk about why so many retirees with millions are holding back and ways you can enjoy your retirement without fear. On this episode of "Retire Right with Alan Becker," Alan and the Retirement Solutions Group team break down essential retirement...

If you have money in a tax deferred retirement account like a 401k or an IRA, you may want to be aware of new retirement planning rules. The Secure Act and Secure Act 2.0 could have an even bigger impact on people who have saved $250,000 or more. On this episode of "Retire Right with Alan Becker," Alan and the Retirement Solutions Group team break down essential retirement planning topics, includi...

In the U.S., medical bills are not only the most common reason for bankruptcies, but they directly cause a whopping 66.5% of them, making them the leading cause of bankruptcy. A healthcare emergency, catastrophic illness, or accident can knock you off your feet physically – and financially. On this episode of "Retire Right with Alan Becker," Alan and the Retirement Solutions Group team break down...

People already find retirement planning overwhelming—and just when they feel like they’ve finally got everything in place and their plan is on track, their financial advisor steps in and says it’s time to rebalance. Suddenly, they’re again faced with having to make decisions they were uncomfortable making in the first place. On this episode of "Retire Right with Alan Becker," Alan and the Retireme...

You know how we sometimes do things that even we can’t explain? Well, it turns out, this also happens when it comes to our money.   Have you ever been so scared of losing money that you didn't take a financial risk? Or maybe you've found yourself buying something just because everyone else is? These are just a couple examples of how our behavior plays a big role in our financial decisions. On this...

When we think about risks to retirement, it’s natural to focus on the big, dramatic market downturns—like those we’ve seen in the past and will undoubtedly face again in the future. But those aren’t the only threats. The looming possibility of higher taxes, persistent inflation, and other challenges all contribute to the very real fear of outliving your savings. On this episode of "Retire Right wi...

For years, annuities have gotten a bum rap. Too expensive. Too many strings attached. Your money is locked up forever. You’ve heard all the “cons” of annuities for years. But with private company pensions dying out, the tide is starting to turn. Annuities sales have had record years recently. On this episode of "Retire Right with Alan Becker," Alan and the Retirement Solutions Group team break dow...

In the U.S., medical bills are not only the most common reason for bankruptcies, but they directly cause a whopping 66.5% of them, making them the leading cause of bankruptcy. A healthcare emergency, catastrophic illness, or accident can knock you off your feet physically – and financially. On this episode of "Retire Right with Alan Becker," Alan and the Retirement Solutions Group team break down...