Your Family And Your Retirement

There's talk of extending the RMD age to 75. Abe Ashton breaks down why he might be onboard with that concept and how it could benefit future retirees.  To get more information on Ashton & Associates, or to schedule a consultation call, 435-688-9500 or visit AshtonWealth.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With rising interest rates, are we still positioned properly for retirement? It depends! Abe Ashton breaks down different strategies we should be looking at during this time.  To get more information on Ashton & Associates, or to schedule a consultation call, 435-688-9500 or visit AshtonWealth.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some retirees are nervous they won't be able to replace 100% of their paycheck. Abe breaks down this fear and strategies to battle that reality.  To get more information on Ashton & Associates, or to schedule a consultation call, 435-688-9500 or visit AshtonWealth.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Customer service can be extremely frustrating, but Abe Ashton has a program in place to make sure his clients stay connected.  To get more information on Ashton & Associates, or to schedule a consultation call, 435-688-9500 or visit AshtonWealth.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to your retirement, it not only affects you, but everyone you care about as well. Abe breaks down why it's so important to make sure everyone joins in on meeting with an advisor. To get more information on Ashton & Associates, or to schedule a consultation call, 435-688-9500 or visit AshtonWealth.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the next few weeks, a lot of retirees age 72 and up will get reminders to take their required minimum distributions, but are you using the best strategy for yourself? Abe breaks down how taking your RMDs quarterly or monthly could be beneficial.  To get more information on Ashton & Associates, or to schedule a consultation call, 435-688-9500 or visit AshtonWealth.com See omnystudio.com/listener...

Are annuities good or bad? It's depends! Abe weights out the good and the bad.  To get more information on Ashton & Associates, or to schedule a consultation call, 435-688-9500 or visit AshtonWealth.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Abe breaks down the patterns of the market this time of year and talks about strategies to navigate this time.  To get more information on Ashton & Associates, or to schedule a consultation call, 435-688-9500 or visit AshtonWealth.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are we economically out of the woods? Abe shares his thoughts and offers up some strategies you could look into.  To get more information on Ashton & Associates, or to schedule a consultation call, 435-688-9500 or visit AshtonWealth.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before you retire, Abe explains why it might be a great idea to test drive the new lifestyle and warns of 5 risks in retirement we don't focus on enough. To get more information on Ashton & Associates, or to schedule a consultation call, 435-688-9500 or visit AshtonWealth.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Abe Ashton discusses why you need checks and balances in retirement and also proposes the idea of retiring part-time if you're not ready to call it a career quite yet.  To get more information on Ashton & Associates, or to schedule a consultation call, 435-688-9500 or visit AshtonWealth.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are we in a recession or not? It's up for debate right now and Abe breaks down what that means and what we should be doing to prepare! To get more information on Ashton & Associates, or to schedule a consultation call, 435-688-9500 or visit AshtonWealth.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you want to pass down your legacy to your loved ones? Should you? Abe breaks down all the pros and cons of estate planning and making sure your wishes are granted.  To get more information on Ashton & Associates, or to schedule a consultation call, 435-688-9500 or visit AshtonWealth.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're worried about inflation, Abe explains how you should really examine your spending habit before focusing on a number to save for retirement. Plus, what is that 'one more thing' Ashton & Associates can do for you?  To get more information on Ashton & Associates, or to schedule a consultation call, 435-688-9500 or visit AshtonWealth.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Abe talks about preparing for a win in retirement by having a strategy rather than worrying about what 'could' happen. Plus, what expense to most retirees forget about? To get more information on Ashton & Associates, or to schedule a consultation call, 435-688-9500 or visit AshtonWealth.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If prices stay up for a while, retirees are going to need more income. Is now the right rime to take on more risk? Abe breaks down what you should and shouldn't be worried about. To get more information on Ashton & Associates, or to schedule a consultation call, 435-688-9500 or visit AshtonWealth.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With inflation rising these days, how should retirees handle this, especially with their portfolio?  Abe explains this with one simple statement.  Also, are you aware of what fees you're paying in your 401k?  Well, you're not alone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's pretty common to have a fear of missing out on things in life.  But financially, missing out of free money is common as well, especially if you haven't enrolled in your company's 401k.  On this episode, Abe talks about why you should not miss out on this one. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the market currently on a downturn what are the talking heads saying about the future of the market?  With the varying opinions from different sources, what should you do and who should you trust?  What should your approach be?  Hang in there and ride it out? On this episode Abe talks about strategies on how you should be approaching the market's instability this year. See omnystudio.com/list...

In this episode, Abe explains the fascination with the new money called "Cryptocurrency."  Should you invest in this?  It sounds enticing to do so.  But what about if you're in, or nearing retirement?  Beware of the volatility.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you're invested in the stock market, you always need to be aware of a market correction.  Some are predicting a 10-20 percent future correction.  Are you prepared?  Abe tells of how you should prepare for this with the "Rule of 100."  This leads to how inflation affects your portfolio and what happens when you come in for an appointment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the market at all-time highs, should we be comfortable with our portfolios?  You should be prepared for the next "event" like we had back in 2008.  But what is that event?  Also Abe talks about politics in your portfolio and how the Biden's tax plan will affect you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever checked your cable or phone bills?  Probably not.  Maybe you should.  You may not be seeing those hidden fees.  Might be the same as your retirement plan.  Also, would  you consider a pension buyout?  Abe explains your options if your company offers you this. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How much to you think you need to be "Financially Happy" in retirement.  The average person says $1.1 million.  Is that going to be enough when you retire?  Abe talks about ways for you to become financially happy and help devise a plan for you to do so.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Biden is proposing a capital gains tax for those who make a million dollars and more.  On this episode Abe explains how this will affect your tax planning in the future and offers his opinion.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.