The Ken Fletcher Show

Estate planning is about more than deciding who gets your assets—it's about protecting your family and making your wishes clear. In this episode, Ken Fletcher explains the essential documents every family should have, including wills, powers of attorney, beneficiary designations, and trusts, while sharing practical strategies to help reduce unnecessary stress, confusion, and costly mistakes for th...

Are annuities a smart retirement tool or an expensive mistake? Ken Fletcher explores the pros, cons, risks, and benefits of fixed, indexed, and variable annuities while emphasizing the importance of building a financial plan before choosing any financial product. Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show is your guide to mastering the financial side of retirement. Ea...

Every day brings a new investment story promising big opportunities and fast returns—but is chasing the latest trend the right move for your retirement? In this episode, Ken discusses IPO hype, SpaceX investing, fear of missing out, risk management, and why a disciplined financial plan matters more than chasing the next hot stock. Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher...

Retirement today looks very different than it did for previous generations. This episode explores the shift from pensions to 401(k)s, the responsibility individuals now carry for building retirement wealth, and how taxes, required minimum distributions, and thoughtful financial planning can shape long-term retirement success. Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show...

Social Security can play a major role in retirement—but many people don’t fully understand how the system works before making important decisions. In this episode, Ken walks through key Social Security strategies, including full retirement age, spousal and survivor benefits, earnings limits, and how thoughtful planning can help fit Social Security into a broader retirement income plan. Are you rea...

Retirement income planning is about more than just saving money—it’s about creating a strategy that supports the life you want to live. This episode explores Social Security timing, pensions, inflation, taxes, long-term care planning, and how building a written retirement income plan can help create lasting confidence for the future. Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletc...

Market volatility is unavoidable—but panic doesn’t have to be. This episode explores how the purpose of your money should shape your investment strategy, why diversification means more than just owning different stocks, and how thoughtful planning can help balance growth potential with protection. Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show is your guide to mastering t...

Paying taxes is unavoidable—but overpaying them may not be. In this episode Ken breaks down the difference between tax filing and true tax planning, how Roth conversions and the “three bucket” strategy work, and why smart planning today can help keep more money in your family’s future. Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show is your guide to mastering the financial...

Living longer can be one of life’s greatest gifts—but it also creates new financial challenges. This episode explores how longevity impacts retirement income, healthcare costs, inflation, and long-term care planning, plus why having a strategy can help turn extra years into meaningful ones. Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show is your guide to mastering the fina...

Ken continues the discussion on his book Touch Third as he takes a deeper look at the first step in building a real financial plan. This episode walks through why most people struggle without a clear strategy, how to define your true retirement goals, and why every financial decision should fit into a bigger, personalized plan—not just a collection of products. Are you ready to stop guessing and s...

This episode of The Ken Fletcher Show highlights why having a true financial plan—not just a collection of products—is essential for retirement success. Drawing from his book Touch Third , Ken walks through how to define your goals, build wealth with purpose, and create a plan that supports both your life and your legacy. Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show is...

In this episode Ken's book Touch Third  takes center stage as Ken shares the powerful story behind the title and the timeless principles it teaches. Learn why asking the right questions before making financial decisions can shape your future, and how a clear plan can help you build wealth that lasts for life—and beyond. Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show is yo...

In this mailbag-style episode, Ken Fletcher answers listener questions on everything from investing basics and risk tolerance to major life decisions like buying a home and planning for the future. Along the way, he shares a deeper perspective on what financial success really means—going beyond numbers to building a life of purpose, flexibility, and financial confidence. Are you ready to stop gues...

It’s all about you in this mailbag episode, as Ken and the team tackle listener questions on investing, taxes, retirement planning, and more. From how to start investing extra cash, to understanding capital gains, inflation, and when to shift from growth to stability—this episode highlights one key theme: your financial decisions should be driven by the purpose of your money, not just your age or...

Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show is your guide to mastering the financial side of retirement. Each week, Ken shares insights on taxes, investments, and estate strategies to help you make informed decisions and build lasting financial confidence. Catch the The Ken Fletcher Show each week on Mondays at 5pm and Thursday at 8 am on KMLB. Disclosure: Investment a...

Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show is your guide to mastering the financial side of retirement. Each week, Ken shares insights on taxes, investments, and estate strategies to help you make informed decisions and build lasting financial confidence. Catch the The Ken Fletcher Show each week on Mondays at 5pm and Thursday at 8 am on KMLB. Disclosure: Investment a...

Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show is your guide to mastering the financial side of retirement. Each week, Ken shares insights on taxes, investments, and estate strategies to help you make informed decisions and build lasting financial confidence. Catch the The Ken Fletcher Show each week on Mondays at 5pm and Thursday at 8 am on KMLB. Disclosure: Investment a...

Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show is your guide to mastering the financial side of retirement. Each week, Ken shares insights on taxes, investments, and estate strategies to help you make informed decisions and build lasting financial confidence. Catch the The Ken Fletcher Show each week on Mondays at 5pm and Thursday at 8 am on KMLB. Disclosure: Investment a...

Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show is your guide to mastering the financial side of retirement. Each week, Ken shares insights on taxes, investments, and estate strategies to help you make informed decisions and build lasting financial confidence. Catch the The Ken Fletcher Show each week on Mondays at 5pm and Thursday at 8 am on KMLB. Disclosure: Investment a...

Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show is your guide to mastering the financial side of retirement. Each week, Ken shares insights on taxes, investments, and estate strategies to help you make informed decisions and build lasting financial confidence. Catch the The Ken Fletcher Show each week on Mondays at 5pm and Thursday at 8 am on KMLB. Disclosure: Investment a...

Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show is your guide to mastering the financial side of retirement. Each week, Ken shares insights on taxes, investments, and estate strategies to help you make informed decisions and build lasting financial confidence. Catch the The Ken Fletcher Show each week on Mondays at 5pm and Thursday at 8 am on KMLB. Disclosure: Investment a...

Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show is your guide to mastering the financial side of retirement. Each week, Ken shares insights on taxes, investments, and estate strategies to help you make informed decisions and build lasting financial confidence. Catch the The Ken Fletcher Show each week on Mondays at 5pm and Thursday at 8 am on KMLB. Disclosure: Investment a...

Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show is your guide to mastering the financial side of retirement. Each week, Ken shares insights on taxes, investments, and estate strategies to help you make informed decisions and build lasting financial confidence. Catch the The Ken Fletcher Show each week on Mondays at 5pm and Thursday at 8 am on KMLB. Disclosure: Investment a...

Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show is your guide to mastering the financial side of retirement. Each week, Ken shares insights on taxes, investments, and estate strategies to help you make informed decisions and build lasting financial confidence. Catch the The Ken Fletcher Show each week on Mondays at 5pm and Thursday at 8 am on KMLB. Disclosure: Investment a...

Are you ready to stop guessing and start planning? The Ken Fletcher Show is your guide to mastering the financial side of retirement. Each week, Ken shares insights on taxes, investments, and estate strategies to help you make informed decisions and build lasting financial confidence. Catch the The Ken Fletcher Show each week on Mondays at 5pm and Thursday at 8 am on KMLB. Disclosure: Investment a...