Gary Alden

Retire with the Aldens

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We know we’re supposed to be getting ready for retirement, but it’s so complicated that we’re not sure how! Whether you are investing to build wealth, protect your family, or preserve your assets, Gary Alden and Christopher Alden of Kingwood Investment Group have years of experience and personalized services focused on your needs, wants, and long-term goals. Listen as Gary and Chris cut through the confusion of retirement on ‘Retire with the Aldens’ every week!

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Author

Gary Alden

Category

Business

Podcast website

www.thekig.com

Latest episode

Mar 4, 2025

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Episodes

How far out can you plan retirement? 21.08.2023

Planning for retirement a long way out can be difficult with so many variables to factor in. However, Gary Alden and Christopher Alden think there's some big advantages to starting early. To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit  thekig.com Gary Alden and Christopher Alden of Kingwood Investment Group have years of experience and personalized services focused...

Is Your Retirement Plan Ready For An Upgrade? 14.08.2023

How long has it been since you've had someone do a comprehensive review of your retirement plan? Gary Alden and Christopher Alden explain some aspects that might need an upgrade. To schedule a complimentary financial plan consultation with Kingwood Investment Group visit thekig.com Gary Alden and Christopher Alden of Kingwood Investment Group have years of experience and personalized services focu...

Incorporating insurance into your retirement plan 07.08.2023

If you want to steer away from the stock market as you get closer to retirement, where should we turn? Gary Alden and Christopher Alden have great strategies you could benefit from using insurance products.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit  thekig.com Gary Alden and Christopher Alden of Kingwood Investment Group have years of experience and personali...

Should retirees avoid the stock market? 31.07.2023

As you near retirement, should you wean yourself off the stock market? Gary Alden and Christopher Alden give their opinion on how you should be allocated as you get closer to calling it a career.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit thekig.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do some financial advisors avoid 'annuity talk'? 24.07.2023

Some financial advisors skip talking about annuities in their meetings with clients, but why? Gary Alden and Christopher Alden explain why that might be and how they incorporate annuities into their financial plans.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit  thekig.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do people use financial advisors? 17.07.2023

Why do people bring a financial advisor into their circle? Gary Alden and Christopher Alden explain the pros they could offer clients by helping them strategize their retirement.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit  thekig.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Signs it's time to claim Social Security 03.07.2023

How do you know when you should go ahead and claim your Social Security benefits? It's different for each individual person, but Gary Alden and Christopher Alden have a few signs that it's time.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit thekig.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do retirees wish they had done sooner? 26.06.2023

When retirees look back, what do they wish they had done sooner? Gary Alden and Christopher Alden reflect on a few things they have heard from clients over the years.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit  thekig.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Worst mistakes people make when withdrawing from retirement accounts 12.06.2023

There is a strategy to withdrawing from your retirement accounts. If you don't plan how you're putting the pieces together, there are consequences. Gary Alden and Christopher Alden explain their method for the most effective strategy.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit  thekig.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How to plan for longevity risk 05.06.2023

Family history is just one factor in longevity risk. There are a lot of variables pre-retirees need to calculate. Gary Alden and Christopher Alden break down how they calculate it for their clients and how they plan around longevity. To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit  thekig.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pros and Cons of Annuities 29.05.2023

Annuities are always a hot topic in retirement. Gary Alden and Christopher Alden lay out all the pros and cons to be aware of before you purchase one.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit thekig.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phased Retirement and how to plan for it 22.05.2023

Are you not quite ready to retire 100%? You might want to consider a 'phased' retirement. Gary Alden and Christopher Alden break down the pros of phased retirement and how you need to think about your plan.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group visit  thekig.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keep as much of your money as possible 15.05.2023

One of the biggest expenses in retirement can be taxes. How can we be efficient with our tax planning? Gary Alden and Christopher Alden have a few strategies.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group call 281-626-7906.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kingwood Investment Group vs. Fisher Investments 07.05.2023

What are the main differences between Kingwood Investment Group and Fisher Investments? Gary Alden and Christopher Alden break it down. To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group call 281-626-7906.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should you pay off your mortgage before retirement? 01.05.2023

Should you pay off your mortgage before you retire? There are a lot of variables to consider. Gary Alden and Christopher Alden give you a few examples and things to think about if you're in this situation. To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group call 281-626-7906.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are your Long Term Care options? 24.04.2023

Nobody wants to face the idea that long term care could be in their future, but there's always a chance. Gary Alden and Christopher Alden explain what your options are when it comes to implementing long term care into your retirement plan.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group call 281-626-7906.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Managed Money vs Mutual Funds 17.04.2023

Do you know the difference between managed money and mutual funds? Gary Alden and Christopher Alden field a listener question needing to know what they should be utilizing. To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group call 281-626-7906.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are your long term care options? 10.04.2023

We know a lot of people are going to need long term care in retirement, but many don't have a plan. What are our options? Gary Alden and Christopher Alden explain all the different plans you could set up to take care of your future self.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group call 281-626-7906.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should the economy stop someone from retiring? 03.04.2023

Given the volatility we've been seeing, should someone pause their retirement until things calm down? Gary Alden and Christopher Alden have strategies to make sure you retire as planned.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group call 281-626-7906.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does the SVB collapse mean? 27.03.2023

After seeing the Silicon Valley Bank collapse, it's understandable that some nearing retirement could be concerned about their future. Gary Alden and Christopher Alden explain how to make sure your savings are safe.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group call 281-626-7906.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is your one last goal before retirement? 20.03.2023

Do you have one last goal before retirement? Gary Alden and Christopher Alden talk about a client who has a major goal before they retire from NASA. They explain how they're handling the financial side to make sure she's prepared for the transition when she's ready. To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group call 281-626-7906.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

What are your options for long term care? 13.03.2023

Long term care can cause a major dent in your retirement savings if you aren't prepared for it. However, a lot of options are extremely expensive so what can we do? Gary Alden and Christopher Alden explain how you can have cost-effective options.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group call 281-626-7906.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cash is not trash 27.02.2023

Is cash trash? We used to hear it was a few years ago, but opinions have changed. Gary Alden and Christopher Alden weigh in on the debate and break down strategies for income growth.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group call 281-626-7906.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Social Security Taxes affect your retirement plan? 13.02.2023

Have you thought about how social security taxes could affect your retirement plan? Gary Alden and Christopher Alden have a few strategies to help you navigate the cost.  To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group call 281-626-7906.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Preparing for an unplanned retirement 06.02.2023

If we get into a recession and layoffs happen, can you retire? Gary Alden and Christopher Alden explain how they can help you determine whether you can walk away. To schedule a complimentary financial plan with Kingwood Investment Group call 281-626-7906.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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