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Straight Talk on Retirement with JBL Financial

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Since 2005, ”Straight Talk on Retirement” has proudly broadcast on KTRS every Saturday from 9-11 AM, offering great tips and practical advice to help you build a personalized retirement game plan. Our retirement coaches provide straightforward guidance to help you navigate the complexities of retirement planning with confidence. Now, you can catch the show on-demand, on your favorite podcast app, so you never miss an episode.

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JBL Financial

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Business

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Latest episode

Jun 20, 2026

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Episodes

Just Like the Weather, You Can’t Time the Markets 21.04.2018

The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results

Strategies for Supplementing your Retirement Income 24.03.2018

The case studies are situations are hypothetical situation based on real life examples. Names and circumstances have been changed. The opinions voiced in the material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investments or strategies may be appropriate for you, consult your financial advisor prior to...

Rockstars of the Week: Reaching WHO Status!!! 24.03.2018

The case studies are situations are hypothetical situation based on real life examples. Names and circumstances have been changed. The opinions voiced in the material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investments or strategies may be appropriate for you, consult your financial advisor prior to...

Philosophies of the Happiest People in Retirement 08.03.2018

Our favorite quote from our callers, "Don't loose sight of the money..."

Be Being Prepared for Life and Death 07.03.2018

How to prepare for the sudden and unexpected. Saturday's at 10:00 AM on the Big 550 KTRS

The Pro’s Of Portable Health Plans When Traveling 07.03.2018

Do you have two homes? Relocate to sunny Florida during the winter months? Then you will want to listen in to make sure your health plan cover all the bases.

How to Feel Confident in A Volatile Market 03.03.2018

The market is up, the market is down. How do you protect your gains or more importantly - your sanity? Dollar cost averaging involves continuous investment in securities regardless of fluctuation in price levels of such securities. An investor should consider their ability to continue purchasing through fluctuating price levels. Such a plan does not assure a profit and does not protect against los...

Rockstars of the Week: Meet Don and Donna 14.02.2018

The case studies are situations are hypothetical situation based on real-life examples. Names and circumstances have been changed. The opinions voiced in the material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investments or strategies may be appropriate for you, consult your financial advisor prior to...

Rockstars of the Week: Bill and Hillary 14.02.2018

The case studies are situations are hypothetical situation based on real life examples. Names and circumstances have been changed. The opinions voiced in the material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investments or strategies may be appropriate for you, consult your financial advisor prior to...

Think You’re Late in the Retirement Game? 14.02.2018

Do you feel like you started saving too late? You may think again after you hear Jeff's perspective...

What to do with an inherited CD - or other inherited products. 04.02.2018

Need more help? Watch our tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5E-Nozs3QbU

Is Longterm Care Similar To Disability Insurance? Find Out! 04.02.2018

Is Longterm Care Similar To Disability Insurance? Find Out! by Straight Talk on Retirement | JBL Financial

Combination Policies: Is Unbundling Better Than Bundling? 03.02.2018

Guarantees are based on the claims paying ability of the issuing company.

Rockstars Of The Week: Meet The Almosters 26.01.2018

Let this picture speak for itself. As Jeff say's, "John Mellencamp Status", but ALMOST Mick Jagger Status... This is a hypothetical situation based on real-life examples. Names and circumstances have been changed. The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which investment...

Rockstars Of The Week: Meet Joe And Sally 20.01.2018

They are READY to go and plan to retire in August. Joe has a pension of $900 a month, both social securities are about $3700 a month. How did they come up with that number and what are their cash flow needs to make their retirement happen? Jeff and Erin break down the rules and regulations regarding their benefits to see if they meet Rockstar criteria. This is a hypothetical situation based on rea...

The Retirement Rockstar Pathway to Success 15.01.2018

David emailed in and he wants to come visit the office to see if he's a rockstar. He's very close to retirement and wants to know if he should move his investments to cash. Is this a good thing to do? This is a hypothetical situation based on real life examples. Names and circumstances have been changed. The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to...

Rockstars In The Making: Tom And Louise 08.01.2018

Do you know if you are on the right track to rockstar status? Tom and Louise are continuing to work until their Medicare eligible. As most folks know, healthcare is expensive. Jeff breaks down their monthly expenses, social security, and pension, and decides if they are on the right track to comfortably retire. This is a hypothetical situation based on real-life examples. Names and circumstances h...

Affordable Options for Job Based Health Coverage 05.01.2018

Health Insurance algebra is all you need.

When COBRA Is NOT Considered Qualified Coverage 05.01.2018

Turning 65 can be overwhelming. What plan is right for you?

Affordable Care Act - Smart Choices About Your Insurance Plan 03.01.2018

For many folks when its time to transition from their company health plan to Medicare it is a whole new world. The plans are different. Most people spend their whole working life having their employre help choose their plan. Now you have the opportunity to choose whatever you want. So where do you start?

Rockstars of the Week: The Super Savers 22.12.2017

Paul, Sales Manager, is retiring alongside his wife, Linda, Computer Analyst. They are super savers - don't have pension plans, not taking social security benefits until normal retirement age with no mortgage debt, no credit card debt, and - oh my god - no student loan debt they are paying for children! Find out why they are Retirement Rockstars. The case studies are situations are hypothetical si...

Tax Reform 101: How It Impacts You 20.12.2017

"The new bill is like a buffet - not five-star dining by any means, but a little bit of something for everyone." This information is not intended to be a substitute for specific individualized tax advice. We suggest that you discuss your specific tax issues with a qualified tax advisor.

Are There Survivor Disability Benefits? 13.12.2017

Erin and Jeff crack light-hearted jokes with calle, John, while answering multiple questions on potential disability benefits. Tune into Straight Talk on Retirement to hear more Saturday's at 10:00 A.M on the Big 550 KTRS.

Erin’s Medicare Supplemental Plan Criteria 13.12.2017

What are the criteria Erin uses to recommend a plan to supplement medical coverage? Ideally, a plan where all physicians and prescriptions fit best. Listen to more.

Planning for Capital Consumption Events 13.12.2017

This information is not intended to be a substitute for specific individualized tax or legal advice. We suggest that you discuss your specific situation with a qualified tax or legal advisor.

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