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Has the news about the ups and downs in the market lately got you a bit worried? You aren’t the only one. Many people are even thinking about pulling their money out in case there is a market correction. Does this sound like you? If so, you’ll definitely need to listen to this episode. When […] The post Frothy Markets – Beware or Prepare? Ep # 178  appeared first on Retirement Starts T...

Are you setting yourself up for a single-ply retirement? Do you find yourself trying to save money out of habit rather than necessity? Listen to the retirement headlines segment to find out why this may not be the best idea in retirement. In the listener questions segment, I actually have a listener answer. I asked […] The post Single-Ply Retirement, Ep #177 appeared first on Retirement Star...

I figured that you all may be a bit sick of hearing the news lately which is why this week’s episode will focus only on listener questions without the Retirement Headlines segment. I’ve got 2 listener questions that will pique your interest. Chris asks about long term care insurance. What is the difference between hybrid […] The post Life Insurance Isn’t Special, Ep #176  appeared first on R...

I’m feeling optimistic this year and I want to continue to spread that optimism. That’s why I want to focus several shows on travel. Most people’s travel plans were foiled by covid in 2020, so 2021 will be the year of the vacation! We’ll be interviewing experts and discussing the mental and physical health benefits […] The post What to Do with $500,000 I Don’t Need? Ep. #175 appeared first o...

Would you want to raise your standard of living for half of what you live on now? Tim Leffel did, which is why he chose to uproot his family from their life in Nashville to move to a small city in Mexico. Tim is the author of the book A Better Life for Half the […] The post Could Living Abroad Save You Money? with Tim Leffel, Ep # 174  appeared first on Retirement Starts Today Radio .

I’m thrilled to be back sharing the latest retirement headlines with you after my short holiday break. The biggest news on the retirement radar this week is that the 2nd Coronavirus stimulus package has passed. Together, we’ll take a look at the most relevant parts. Then I’ll answer the question: do you need a Roth […] The post What You Need to Know About Coronavirus Stimulus Package 2.0, Ep...

Welcome back to another edition of Retirement Rewind — episodes so good we played them twice! Time for travel is by far the number one thing that Retirement Starts Today Radio listeners look forward to in retirement. That’s why I interviewed David Jacoby on to this episode and why it was chosen as a Retirement […] The post Retirement Rewind: How to Retire Abroad with David Jacoby, Ep #...

Welcome to this episode of our Retirement Rewind. Retirement Rewind episodes are so informative that we decided to play them again while I take the month of December to spend a bit more time to enjoy my family. Estate planning attorney, John Ross from the Big Picture Retirement podcast, joins me to discuss how you […] The post Retirement Rewind: Estate Planning Strategies to Preserve IRAs wi...

What would happen if you go over your tax bracket by $1 when doing a Roth IRA conversion? On this Retirement Rewind episode, we’ll explore the best way that you can take advantage of the current tax cuts and get the most out of your money. What will Roth conversion season mean for you? Listen […] The post Retirement Rewind: It’s Roth Conversion Season, Ep #170 appeared first on Retirement St...

Welcome back to the Retirement Rewind! I take the last part of the year off from podcasting to spend more time with my family. But that doesn’t mean that you miss out on your favorite retirement podcast. Actually, I have a treat for you today. This episode is so good this is the 3rd time […] The post Retirement Rewind: My Favorite Retirement Podcasts (for the 3rd time) #169 appeared first on...

Welcome to Retirement Rewind! Each year I take the holiday season off from podcasting to spend more time with my family. The good news is that I prepare my favorite episodes from the past for you to enjoy. This episode is an interview with Fritz Gilbert over at the Retirement Manifesto blog. In this interview, […] The post Retirement Rewind: The Hidden Challenges of Retirement with Fritz Gil...

Are you worried about what the election means for your retirement portfolio? Many people are tempted to make big changes to their retirement savings to reflect their election concerns. On this episode of Retirement Starts Today Radio, you’ll learn what you can do to your portfolio if you are nervous about the transition. You’ll also […] The post BIG Legislation Changes, tiny Portfolio Change...

After you finally get Medicare all figured out and everything in place, the last thing you want to do is ever think about it again. But unfortunately, you need to review your Medicare coverage annually. Danielle Roberts is back, yet again, to help us understand what we need to do annually to review our Medicare […] The post Medicare Annual Maintenance and Timelines: What Do I Need to Do Annu...

Do you know the difference between a Medicare supplement and a Medicare advantage plan? You’ll need to understand their differences to make an educated decision about which to choose when it is time to sign up for Medicare. Danielle Roberts from Boomer Benefits joins me again to help us wade through the various Medicare supplement […] The post Medicare Supplements & Advantage – Wh...

Deciding to retire before age 65 can be a tough decision to make. For most people, this decision will result in an extra $1000 or more a month in health insurance expenses. Retiring after age 65 has its pitfalls as well. On this episode of Retirement Starts Today, Danielle Roberts joins me again to discuss […] The post Retirement: What to Expect if You Retire Before or After Age 65, Ep # 164...

You asked and I listened. This summer I asked you all for your thoughts on the show and many people responded that they wanted to hear more deep dives into complex subjects. We tried this out with the Living Off Your Savings series and now we’re taking some extra time to discuss Medicare. This episode […] The post Medicare Basics: What to Expect as You Approach Age 65 with Danielle Roberts,...

Are you one of the many people still working from home due to the pandemic? What seemed like a phase that would last a few weeks has turned into a trend with no end in sight. While working from home creates exciting possibilities, especially for those considering retirement, it also has its downfalls. Many people […] The post How to Avoid Burnout While Working From Home, Ep # 162  appeared f...

Are you worried about the seemingly constant news stories which claim that Social Security may run out of money? These articles highlight any problems that the Social Security program is facing which can lead the reader to fret about the future of the guaranteed income source in retirement. Not surprisingly, there are companies out there […] The post Social Security Bankruptcy Insurance, Ep...

If you are listening to Retirement Starts Today, you probably have retirement on your mind. You have probably given thought as to how you will spend your money, where that money will come from, healthcare, and plenty of other subjects. But have you put any thought into how much notice you will give your employer? […] The post How Do You Plan to Give Your Retirement Notice? Ep # 160  appeared...

Have you seen the news about Tesla and Apple lately? Their stock prices are surging to new highs after the announcement of a stock split. Is this what is supposed to happen with a stock split? Learn more about stock splits and what they mean for you by listening to this episode of Retirement Starts […] The post Are Stock Splits Good for Stocks? Ep # 159 appeared first on Retirement Starts To...

Have you been wanting to know a bit more about Biden’s tax plan without all the political spin? Me too! That’s why I dug deep to find the best information that I could share with you all. I promise, no politics here; just relevant information to help you best prepare for an amazing retirement. In […] The post How the Biden Tax Plan Could Affect Your Retirement, Ep # 158  appeared first on Re...

Have you ever hear of a bank bail-in? You read that right, bail-in, not a bail-out. I hadn’t heard of this concept until recently and wanted to share it with you so that you understand how it works. Listen in to understand how this buzzword could be used to trick you into worrying about your […] The post Will Bank Bail-Ins Replace Bail-Outs? Ep # 157 appeared first on Retirement Starts Today...

You may be wondering why I have invited Shark Tank star, Kevin Harrington on the show today. I often talk about how becoming a mentor in retirement is an amazing way to continue to get fulfillment while still enjoying the benefits of retirement. When I discovered that Kevin has a new book out called Mentor […] The post Mentored By a Shark with Kevin Harrington from TV’s Shark Tank, Ep # 156...

Have you thought about what you’ll do with your life insurance policy in retirement? One listener is considering what he should do with his policy. Find out 3 options you have available as well as my opinion on whether you still need to carry life insurance in retirement. On this episode, you’ll also hear a […] The post Do You Still Need Life Insurance in Retirement? Ep #155 appeared first o...

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Retirement Starts Today. I want to say thank you to everyone who has participated in the Listener Survey. There is still time until the end of August 2020 to participate in the survey and voice your opinion about what you would like to hear on the show next […] The post Lifetime Income Illustrations Are Coming to Your 401K, Ep #154 appeared first o...