The Safe Money Retirement Show

In this week's episode, we'll discuss if it's even possible to be happy and enjoy spending money in retirement. How much of your income will Social Security REALLY replace? What is true INcome and what is IFcome? What does it mean to underlive your retirement? Isn't it time to get answers to the tough retirement questions now? Join Certified Financial Fiduciary® Tim Wood each w...

In this week's episode, we'll explore how you can "refinance" your retirement plan. With rates still high, can you replace an older annuity with a newer one at today's much higher rates? What about those fees for changing plans? How does this relate to pension plans? What benefits does reworking your established plan bring? Isn't it time to get answers to the tough re...

In this week's episode, we'll discuss how having "Who's" in your life is more important than knowing how to do everything, especially in retirement. Who is the "Who" in your retirement? Do you need to know everything about everything or do you just need to know WHO already knows and you can trust and can help you? Is your current WHO working for you or for their...

In this week's episode, we'll explore whether all beneficiaries are created equally. Where should you leave your pre-tax money? Is there any way to not have to pay taxes on pre-tax money? How can you keep from potentially bumping your beneficiary's tax brackets up for 10 years? Is a life insurance benefit always tax-free? Isn't it time to get answers to the tough retirement que...

In this week's episode, we'll discuss an exciting new health innovation and how that will affect your retirement plan. What is your plan to get rid of longevity risk? How can you overcome the risk of running out of money before you run out of life? How are you hedging inflation? How long will your current plan last? Isn't it time to get answers to the tough retirement questions now?...

In this week's episode, we'll explore the core 4 keys to a successful retirement as derived from the top financial minds in the world. What is the #1 rule that the ultra-wealthy use with all their assets? What do they say is the most important thing in retirement? What does asymmetric risk/reward mean? What about taxes? Isn't it time to get answers to the tough retirement questions...

In this week's episode, we'll discuss why it is so important for both spouses to do the RISA® assessment before we design a retirement plan for them as a couple. Is there a way to ensure both spouses are happy with the plan? How can someone who likes growth and someone who wants guaranteed income both get what they want in the same plan? How important is it for your plan to be designed s...

In this week's episode, we'll explore some uncomfortable questions about retirement. What could happen to make your current plan ineffective? How will your later years in retirement look? What do you want to happen to your money when you're gone? Would you prefer a set income that will cover your expenses or have the chance for more growth and it not be guaranteed? Isn't it tim...

In this week's episode, we'll discuss the 5 most important things that need to be in your retirement plan today. Is retirement really all about how your retirement assets will be taxed? Can decisions you make really affect the tax rate you will pay? Why is a Roth account so smart long-term? How many years should you be planning for in retirement? Isn't it time to get answers to the...

In this week's episode, we'll explore how inflation can impact your retirement. How has inflation affected the costs of everyday things? What can you do to overcome these inflated prices? Who is a good candidate to have a "ladder plan" for retirement? How can it help overcome inflation? Isn't it time to get answers to the tough retirement questions now? Join Certified Fina...

In this week's episode, we'll discuss the 4 "L's" in retirement and why they are important. How long do you need to plan for in retirement? What is most important in making a long-term plan? How do you want to live in retirement? Do you need to have access to your funds? What do you want to pass on to those left behind once you're gone? Isn't it time to get answe...

In this week's episode, we'll explore the RISA ® (Retirement Income Style Awareness ® ) assessment and what my results were. What is a Safety-First retirement versus a Probability-Based retirement and which is right for you? Should your retirement income be front-loaded or back-loaded? Should you continue to accumulate in retirement or concentrate on distribution? What lifestyle do you w...

In this week's episode, we'll discuss what the "magic number" is for 2024 to retire comfortably. What do you NEED for income? Where does happiness come from in retirement? How can you plan for what your 401(k) or IRA will "buy" for you in retirement? How is it possible to offset inflation in the future? Isn't it time to get answers to the tough retirement questio...

In this week's episode, we'll explore what steps to take annually to give your accounts a good "Spring Cleaning." What does a big-picture view of retirement look like? How much of your retirement accounts should be protected from market events depending on your age? Do you know what your fees are? Are you sure your estate plan and beneficiary elections are correct? Isn't i...

In this week's episode, we'll discuss a few do's and don'ts for making a solid income plan in retirement. When should you start to take your Social Security payments? How can you combat inflation? How can you plan for the tax implications for the income you will take in the future? Should RMDs be a part of the plan? Isn't it time to get answers to the tough retirement ques...

In this week's episode, we'll explore how someone can KNOW they have the best advisor for them. Can another advisor show you things that your current advisor can't? Is your current advisor a specialist in your specific situation? Are all those professional designations really important? Isn't it time to get answers to the tough retirement questions now? Join Certified Financial...

In this week's episode, we'll discuss how taking withdrawals from your 401(k) before you get to retirement will affect you. When does minus 30 equal plus 42? What are you going to do with the money you've saved for retirement? What is the PURPOSE of that money? Isn't it time to get answers to the tough retirement questions now? Join Certified Financial Fiduciary® Tim Wood each...

In this week's episode, we'll explore if it is possible to retire safely without a pension plan. What choice do you have and how do these choices work? What is the #1 thing that leads to happiness in retirement? Wouldn't having guarantees rather than leaving things to chance be great? Isn't it time to get answers to the tough retirement questions now? Join Certified Financial F...

In this week's episode, we'll discuss 4 rules relating to IRA contributions for the '23 tax year. Can your spouse contribute to an IRA if you are a stay-at-home spouse? Are there age limits on IRA contributions now? What is the deadline for '23 contributions? How can you protect your IRA retirement savings from a market event? Isn't it time to get answers to the tough reti...

In this week's episode, we'll explore whether your retirement money is at risk if there are more bank issues. Does it depend on where your money is or what type of account it is in? Are there things you can do to limit or mitigate the risk of a bank failure? Isn't it time to get answers to the tough retirement questions now? Join Certified Financial Fiduciary® Tim Wood each week for...

In this week's episode, we'll discuss 15 mistakes that many retirees make and how to avoid these things. What happens if you don't have a proper estate plan? What about Long-Term Care? Who should you put first in your retirement plan? When should you claim Social Security? Isn't it time to get answers to the tough retirement questions now? Join Certified Financial Fiduciary® Ti...

In this week's episode, we'll explore what demographic purchased more annuities than any other demographic in 2023. Why did they jump in front of the older generations? What benefits in annuities are attracting this younger demographic? Is market volatility avoidance the main reason these products are so popular? Isn't it time to get answers to the tough retirement questions now? Jo...

In this week's episode, we'll discuss how you can use insurance products to "Insure" your retirement. Is there a way to guarantee you will have enough income no matter how long you live? What is the smart way to leave money to your heirs when you're gone? Are there ways to get guaranteed growth with no chance of losses? Isn't it time to get answers to the tough retire...

In this week's episode, we'll explore what mortality credits are and how they can help you plan for a successful retirement. How can those who survive benefit from those who pass prematurely by using mortality credits? What are the parts of a fixed annuity, what parties are involved in it, and how do they all work together? Can you own an annuity and set someone else to get the payments?...

In this week's episode, we'll discuss how to protect yourself and family members from common retirement scams that are out there everywhere. Where can you go for details on current scams? How can a Durable Power of Attorney help you and your family members in the future? What is the most important thing you can do to protect those you love? Isn't it time to get answers to the tough...