Retirement Coffee Talk

Charisse sits down with Karen and Shannon Cobbs to explore the legacy and preservation of Grandview Clydesdales. Hear about their family’s multi-generational commitment, the unique traits of these gentle giants, and how their tours and events inspire the community to help protect this iconic breed for future generations. Grandview Clydesdales is one of the Top 10 attractions in the stat...

On this episode: The stock market has been up double-digits 3 years in-a-row. Can we do it again or is it time for protection mode? Over 4 million people retire every year. How do you spot the “bad actors” that might pop up in retirement planning? Charisse chats with Karen and Shannon Cobbs about Grandview Clydesdales, their history, preservation efforts, and unique community experienc...

If nothing is done, Social Security will be cutting back benefits in less than 10 years. There are a lot of ideas to solve the problem, but no one can agree. We’ll look at some of the ideas and discussion. Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagr...

On this episode: What do turkey-flavored Oreos have in common with financial products that aren’t what they seem? Are your retirement funds hiding surprises? Uncover the overlooked pitfalls of target date funds. Is generosity now a threat to your own retirement security?  Is wiping out all your debt before retirement a smart move—or a costly mistake? Like this episode?  Hit t...

Movie stars and music artists get “royalties” for their past work. Can you do the same in retirement? Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode: Vanguard is offering a Target Date Fund with an annuity option. What could go wrong? Turns out, retirees want more stability than the stock market provides. If you DIY your retirement plan, what are the dangers? Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : F...

There are currently record numbers of dividend paying stocks being purchased. Why? Is it something you should look into? Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Being debt free would be great going into retirement…but will you hurt your retirement prospects by doing it? We discuss good debt and bad debt and how to make those decisions. Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube !...

On this episode: Why is retirement so complicated? In down years in the stock market, does that mean you should cut back on your lifestyle? Without some planning and discussion, your 401(k) could be a tax trap. Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagra...

On this episode: The “Tiny Dings” that could become bigger financial problems. A strange disconnect between financial advisors and their clients. Don’t be generous but foolish with your inheritance. Avoiding the “debt free” temptation. Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her...

Your 401(k) may be your biggest retirement asset. What are your options on how best to use it? Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Charisse for a heartfelt discussion with Jonathon Fleece, President and CEO of Empath Health, as they explore gentle ways to support loved ones experiencing memory loss or other cognitive issues. Jonathon shares insights on navigating care options, finding comfort, and embracing empathy during life’s most challenging moments. Whether you’re a retiree or caring for a family member,...

There are some ideas that look good on paper, but don’t turn out that way in real life. There are plenty of financial products that fit that bill and you should know about them. Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube !...

On this episode: Sometimes the marketing is better than the product. Leaving your IRA in cash after a rollover. Should I use MY plan or Uncle Sam’s plan for my RMDs? Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystud...

There are rules we should follow in life. There are rules we might want to break in retirement. We found one with your 401(k)s and IRAs. Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

On this episode: Unspent money = unrealized memories. Most of us go right along with Uncle Sam’s plan for your IRA. Why? What to do with your biggest retirement asset. Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnyst...

The new Dodgers phenom has structured his pay using deferral. Can you do the same in retirement? Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode: Retiring into a down market. Are you ready? Uncle Sam says you have to take IRA money at 73. What are your options? Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

Your 401(k) is going to take some thought and effort in retirement. Do you rollover to a personal IRA? What is an RMD and what do you need to know? Am I headed for a tax problem? Let’s get you the answers. Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagr...

On this episode: Want to know how much to save? Look at how people spend in retirement. One long retirement rule says if you only spend 4% of your retirement money per year, you’ll never run out. Is it true? People will many times leave their financial advisor when THIS happens. Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more w...

The tech stocks have been holding up the stock market and perhaps your retirement accounts. We found another category that may be holding you back. Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

On this episode: Should you tinker with your risk profile as the headlines change? There are two new ideas on saving Social Security. Will they work? Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

There are all sorts of headlines telling us we need to have 1.8 million dollars to retire. That is turning out not to be true. Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode: 70% of retirees say retirement is better than they thought…and very few of these people have over a million dollars. The laws on 401(k)s are changing next year. Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube !...

We found someone who works on his investments 5 hours every day. Is that the kind of retirement you want? What are the pros and cons of being a retirement DIYer? Like this episode?  Hit that Follow button and never miss an episode! 💬 Engage, Share, and Learn even more with Charisse and her team at Zinnia Wealth Management : Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and YouTube ! See omnystudio.com/lis...