Your Retirement Highway

Ready to take a pit stop on your retirement journey? This week on "Your Retirement Highway," Matt Allgeyer is flying solo and diving deep into one of those topics everyone buys but nobody fully understands—long-term care. Whether you’re cruising toward retirement or just merging onto the highway, Matt’s got real-life stories, unexpected laughs, and surprising truths that might just make you rethin...

“What would happen to your portfolio in a major market downturn?” That question drives a deeper conversation about how retirement strategies are actually built—and whether most investors ever see the full picture. The discussion explores the difference between passive buy-and-hold approaches and more active risk-management philosophies during volatile markets. It also raises uncomfortable question...

“How much will you lose me?”—would you dare ask your advisor this? Explore the uncomfortable truths about risk, reward, and the illusion of control in today’s frothy financial markets. Kyle and Matt pull back the curtain on what most advisors won’t say, highlighting hidden dangers and unexpected consequences that could derail your retirement plans. Discover why building a coordinated team and reth...

What if the key to a successful retirement has nothing to do with beating the market? Kyle Jones and Matt Allgeyer challenge the conventional wisdom that investments alone ensure financial freedom, revealing the overlooked essentials that keep retirees secure and confident—even when tides turn. Explore the hidden stressors, unexpected pitfalls, and real-life stories behind personalized planning, a...

Think your retirement plan is airtight? Strap in—this episode of Your Retirement Highway is an unexpected detour! With Kyle out due to those infamous car troubles, Matt Allgeyer takes the driver’s seat solo and lifts the hood on what truly sets their advisory approach apart. Spoiler: It’s not flashy products or cookie-cutter solutions—Matt’s got bigger fish to fry, from “tax bombs” lurking in your...

Ever wondered why a dashboard full of warning lights feels like the nightly news—overwhelmed by negativity? Financial advisors Kyle Jones and Matt Allgeyer take you for a ride where the real story isn’t doom and gloom, but opportunity and optimism, even when the alternator fails. Dive into candid confessions, insightful analogies, and a look at why the numbers (and life) might be brighter than you...

What happens when the steady paycheck disappears and your retirement begins? Dive into an episode where two advisors candidly tackle life's quirks, retirement’s anxieties, and the psychology behind managing your money after leaving the workforce. Personal stories, unexpected challenges, and honest conversations set the mood— revealing how financial decisions are rarely as simple as they seem. Whic...

Is your retirement driven by news headlines, or by what truly matters? Join Kyle Jones and Matt Allgeyer as they share personal stories, then peel back the curtain on how market narratives, Middle East uncertainty, and financial “noise” impact your portfolio—and your peace of mind. This episode blends real moments with practical insight, questioning what’s hype, what’s signal, and why sometimes, t...

“What happens when the tide goes out—are you truly prepared for retirement, or swimming without a plan?” Discover why relying on investment returns alone can leave your dreams vulnerable, and explore the hidden stressors behind every transition. Kyle and Matt peel back the curtain on the overlooked essentials—insurance, taxes, and legacy planning—while sharing candid stories that reveal the pitfal...

What happens when the giants of tech stumble—and your retirement portfolio stumbles with them? With the “Magnificent Seven” losing ground and market uncertainty looming, advisors Kyle Jones and Matt Allgeyer cut through the jargon and challenge old habits. Is it finally time for a new approach? Ride along as they expose hidden portfolio risks, debate passive versus active strategies, and share tim...

Is your retirement plan ready for what truly lies beneath the surface? As Kyle and Matt dig through everything from stubborn moles to the staggering price of health care, they reveal the unseen threats and misconceptions that could silently drain your nest egg. With humor and straight talk, this episode peels back the layers on Medicare, long-term care, and why outsmarting the system takes more th...

When global headlines warn of rising oil prices, recession odds climb, and market volatility sparks fear, how do you know if your retirement plan can withstand it all? In this episode, Matt Allgeyer and Kyle Jones blend humor with hard truths as they break down why oil touches everything in your life, what the bond market really signals, and how emotional decisions—like quick sales or rushing into...

Buckle up for a timely ride down Retirement Highway with Kyle Jones of FIRA Capital Management! This week, Kyle’s flying solo, sharing personal stories and pulling back the curtain on what it really means to manage risk in a wild market. From wild swings in oil and tech stocks to the not-so-obvious difference between Wall Street and Main Street, Kyle reveals why now—during a “mild” market correcti...

What happens when world events ignite sudden market chaos—and is your retirement plan ready to hold steady? Join Kyle Jones and Matt Allgeyer as they pull back the curtain on how conflict, oil prices, and headline shocks ripple through the markets and your investments. Discover practical ways to gauge your risk tolerance, questions every advisor should answer, and how an overlooked portfolio “litm...

Picture this: a 6'5" financial advisor squeezed into a tiny Mitsubishi Mirage, sparking laughter and life lessons on the highway. In this episode, Matt and Kyle kick things off with stories that just might make you spit out your morning coffee—and then swiftly steer you into the realities of retirement planning. How much should you actually be saving? Is your money destined for growth, or is it la...

Ready to unravel the mystery of retirement planning? Join Matthew Allgeyer and Kyle Jones on this episode of Your Retirement Highway as they steer you clear of common pitfalls and talk candidly about why just having financial products won’t get you to your dream destination. They’ll share unexpected stories (think mole sanctuaries and questionable lawn fertilizer habits) and draw clever parallels...

What do crab rangoon mozzarella sticks and the ups and downs of the stock market have in common? More than you might think! In this episode, Kyle and Matt serve up a fun, insightful conversation you won’t hear anywhere else. Tune in as they swap stories from party weekend, share what makes a retirement genuinely satisfying, and reveal why “wealth” isn’t just about your bottom line—it’s about buyin...

Strap in for a fun ride with Kyle Jones and Matt Allgeyer on this week’s “Your Retirement Highway” as they swap road trip tales, wedding breakfast secrets, and plenty of laughs—all before steering into some of the juiciest retirement planning insights you won’t want to miss. Is there really such a thing as retiring “earlier than early”? The guys dish on everything from discovering your "enough num...

Buckle up for a ride on this week’s Retirement Highway, where Kyle Jones and Matt Allgeyer are joined by their sharp-witted intern James from MICDS High School. Fresh back from Florida, the guys dive headfirst into the recent Venezuelan headlines and ask—do these big, noisy global events actually change the way you invest or plan for retirement? Their candid, sometimes cheeky banter takes you behi...

What do college football and financial planning have in common? More than you might think! In this episode, Matt and Kyle are joined by a special guest—Matt’s son, Lucas Allgeyer, a Division I football player at the University of Iowa. Get ready for some surprising parallels between chasing victory on the field and chasing your dream retirement. Hear Lucas's behind-the-scenes stories from the lock...

Ever wonder if there’s more to wealth than flashy cars and mansions? In this episode, Matt Allgeyer and Kyle Jones lift the curtain on the real habits of America’s quietly successful retirees—the ones you’d never guess have seven digits in the bank. From wig-filled office holiday parties to stories that redefine what “living in paradise” can mean, you’re in for a ride that’s equal parts entertaini...

Pour yourself an extra cup of coffee and join Kyle R. Jones and Matthew P. Allgeyer for a holiday-inspired ride down Your Retirement Highway! This episode unwraps more than just the stress of last-minute gift shopping—you’ll hear some surprising takes on giving, family traditions, and why the true value of the season has nothing to do with the size of your candy bar. Of course, there’s plenty of g...

How does a lost key fob, a wolfpack group chat, and an emergency bucket tie into smart year-end retirement planning? Kyle and Matt kick off this special episode with a hilarious—and slightly embarrassing—tale that proves even financial advisors are human. But behind the laughter is a deeper message about life’s unexpected moments and the importance of planning ahead, especially as another year wra...

On this episode of Your Retirement Highway, Matthew Allgeyer and Kyle Jones kick things off with a relatable holiday confession—sometimes, even the best financial plans can get derailed by irresistible stuffing and family feasts. But that’s just the beginning! As the conversation shifts gears, our hosts tackle one of the hottest topics on every retiree’s mind: how to keep your hard-earned money sa...

Buckle up for a lively ride down “Your Retirement Highway” as financial advisors Kyle Jones and Matt Allgeyer blend wit, wisdom, and a dash of local flavor! This episode isn’t just about stocks, bonds, and market swings—it’s about the one investment you can’t buy more of: your time. From apple butter toast debates to stories of travel and missed baseball games, Kyle and Matt invite you to consider...