You’re a woman on the cusp of “retirement” naturally feeling some anxiety. We are two financial planners who take this subject seriously (but ourselves less so). We will help you feel more confident about your choices by cutting through the myths and mysteries. Through conversations and interviews with both subject-experts and women who have gone through what you are approaching, you will have the correct information and motivation to be in control of your future.
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Welcome to the Retirement Planning Simplified Podcast. Join Joseph Curry, CFP Professional and retirement planning specialist, to learn how to simplify your retirement planning. If you're approaching retirement or have already entered your early retirement years, this podcast is designed to help you answer your big retirement questions like... Can I afford to retire? How do I create a paycheck in retirement? How do I pay less tax in retirement? And even big questions about life after work. T ...
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Challenging Conventional Wall Street wisdom about retirement planning and exposing bad advice from Financial Entertainers. Maximizing Retirement income and protecting assets from creditors, predators, lawsuits and judgments does not happen with a product or discount offer online. You must have an integrated approach. As a Paralegal and a Certified Financial Planner®, Kraig is uniquely able to assist clients with the careful preparation of retirement income, asset protection and estate plans. ...
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Welcome to the Old Dawg's REI Network where cash flow is king, real estate investing the means, so you can enjoy your retirement dreams! Your host is Bill Manassero who started investing in real estate at the youthful age of 58 years. In this show, he will share his real-life successes and blunders as he seeks his quest to acquire 1,000 doors/units in 6 years. This podcast is a fun, information-packed program that features knowledgeable, engaging guests who will provide practical and easy-to ...
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Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased taxes, America is now in a retirement income crisis. Personal Pension Radio show is focused on helping you pack your bags for both halves of the retirement journey. Kraig's mission is help you …
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As a Paralegal and a Certified Financial Planner®, Kraig is uniquely able to assist clients with the careful preparation of asset protection and estate plans. Kraig's team uses a financial-planning approach to ensure that each client obtains the best possible outcomes. With 120 years of combined legal and financial services experience between our t…
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PPR 206_Retirement Credit Card Travel Hacking
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Ep# 103: The High Cost of Complicating Your Investments
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We look at the pitfalls of complex investment strategies and emphasize the benefits of keeping things simple. They discuss the importance of trusting market principles, practicing smart diversification, and avoiding performance chasing. With insights from a recent article by Sam Sivarajan on the Canada Pension Plan's investment performance, they hi…
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As a Paralegal and a Certified Financial Planner®, Kraig is uniquely able to assist clients with the careful preparation of asset protection and estate plans. Kraig's team uses a financial-planning approach to ensure that each client obtains the best possible outcomes. With 120 years of combined legal and financial services experience between our t…
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PPR 209_The Best Places to Retire in The US
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As a Paralegal and a Certified Financial Planner®, Kraig is uniquely able to assist clients with the careful preparation of asset protection and estate plans. Kraig's team uses a financial-planning approach to ensure that each client obtains the best possible outcomes. With 120 years of combined legal and financial services experience between our t…
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PPR 214_Best Possible Retirement with Andy Panko
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Ep #102: What to Do When Markets Get Scary
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We discuss the pitfalls of relying on market forecasts and expert predictions during times of market volatility. Emphasizing the inaccuracies of financial forecasts and the psychological tendency to seek out such predictions, they advocate for a disciplined, evidence-based investment approach. Listeners are advised to stick to their pre-planned str…
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96: Surviving Financial Infidelity with Jess Bost
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"Financial infidelity is in the category of infidelity and the root of it is a hiding and a lying about the truth." Join our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines as they chat with Jess Bost, CFP at Lake Avenue Financial. She’s spent over 15 years coaching people to get from where they are to where they want to be. It’s a passion that finds i…
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PPR 218_ Key Steps to Retirement Income Planning
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PPR 219 Man on the Street Deal of The Week
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Information presented is for educational purposes only and is not intended for solicitation, sale or purchase of any security or financial product. Investments involves risk and unless otherwise stated are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and your tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed…
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PPR 220_ Self Directed IRA & Living Trust Fail
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PPR 221 Vlog Living Trust Mistakes to Avoid
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PPR 222_Reverse Mortgage 101 with Pete Tentler
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Ep #101: Going Beyond 'Financial Advisor Near Me' to Find the Right Fit
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This episode explores the nuances of selecting an advisor beyond proximity, emphasizing the importance of virtual collaboration, comprehensive planning, and evidence-based investment philosophies. Joe also highlights the value of specialized advice, the pitfalls of advisor diversification, and the necessity of transparent, ongoing communication wit…
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PPR 223_Tax Scheme Nightmare & Buying a Tesla
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PPR 224_Big Tax Mistakes for Beneficiaries
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Fireside Financial #16: RRSPs Alone Don't Cut It: Building a Complete Retirement Plan
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Joe and Regan explain why personalized planning is crucial for a secure and enjoyable retirement. They debunk myths, offer actionable advice, and equip their audience with the tools to make informed financial decisions. Whether it's re-evaluating the role of RRSPs, determining the right time to take CPP, or balancing investment portfolios, this epi…
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PPR 225_The Retirement Truth of Indexed Universal Life.
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PPR 228_Retirement Planning Back to Basics
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PPR 229_Being Essential in the Age of Corona Virus
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Ep #100: Envision Your Future Self: Craft an Optimistic Retirement
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It’s episode 100! Joe speaks with Dr. Hal Hershfield, the author of “Your Future Self: How to Make Tomorrow Better Today”. They discuss the idea that our future selves can often feel like different people rather than an extension of our current selves. This concept has significant implications for retirement planning and living a fulfilling life be…
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95: Ready to Retire? Here are Five Crucial Questions to Ask Yourself
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“We believe that a simpler financial life, a less fraught financial life is one where you align your dollars with what's most important to you, with the life you want to lead, with your values.” - Stephanie Have you ever found yourself asking if the perfect moment to retire will ever come? Or whether you’ll even have enough to live on when that mom…
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PPR 239_ Understanding Estate Plans Wills & Trusts
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PPR VLOG 241- Uncomfortable Conversations with Mom & Dad
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Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased taxes, America is now in a retirement income crisis. Kraig Strom, the host of Personal Pension Radio, is focused on helping you pack your bags for both halves of the retirement journey. Kraig's…
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PPR VLOG 242 - How Financial Planners Get Paid
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Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased taxes, America is now in a retirement income crisis. Kraig Strom, the host of Personal Pension Radio, is focused on helping you pack your bags for both halves of the retirement journey. Kraig's…
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Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased taxes, America is now in a retirement income crisis. Kraig Strom, the host of Personal Pension Radio, is focused on helping you pack your bags for both halves of the retirement journey. Kraig's…
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PPR 252 Quick Take-CREDIT IS BEST SERVED FROZEN THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!
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No one can prevent identity theft including the credit security agencies that charge big money to monitor your credit. Fortunately, there is a super easy way to protect your identity and best of all, IT'S FREEEE. Freeze your credit today and make sure no one can steal your identity. Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social…
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Ep #99: The 4% Rule Revisited: How to Craft a Safe Retirement Withdrawal Rate
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Have you heard these retirement myths? The 4% rule is the only safe withdrawal rate, asset allocation doesn't matter in retirement, and setting a fixed withdrawal rate is the best strategy. But is it true? In this episode, Joe speaks with Bill Bengen, a seasoned financial advisor who is widely recognized for his pivotal role in introducing the 4% r…
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PPR 252: Quick Take - Credit is Best Served Cold
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Credit monitoring services are good but freezing your credit is the ultimate way to stop identity fraud. Best of all - it's FREE. Optimizing Retirement income and protecting your legacy does not happen with a product. You must have an integrated approach. Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other…
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PPR 252 Deal of The Week - George Clooney Took My Lead
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George Clooney recently revealed that he has something in common with The Income Engineer! Optimizing Retirement income and protecting your legacy does not happen with a product. You must have an integrated approach. Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as …
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Don't fall for the "your account does not meet our minimum but because your friend referred you, we will make an exception" sales pitch! Optimizing Retirement income and protecting your legacy does not happen with a product. You must have an integrated approach. Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits an…
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Wall Street would love it if you don't ask this question - what is the actual difference between a 1.5% and .95% fee? It is NOT simply .55 percent. When you look more closely and do the math, you will find out that it is actually FIFTY EIGHT 58% difference. Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and oth…
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A friend of mine came to my car show recently in a "new" BMW M3. He had always talked about wanting an M3 so I was excited for him when he pulled in. The car was beautiful and had all the options he had always wanted. I asked him what he loved most about it, what it the horsepower, the carbon fiber, the technology? NO, he loved the price. He purcha…
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PPR 253 Watch Your Step - Life Insurance by Default
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Millions of Americans are blessed to still have a pension to look forward too in retirement. What they don't realize is that there may be a big life insurance premium embeded in their retirement income decision. Optimizing Retirement income and protecting your legacy does not happen with a product. You must have an integrated approach. Thanks to th…
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PPR 253 The LLC Protection Myth Music Edition
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Understanding Inside Out vs Outside In Liability is the key to property Asset Protection So , I want to share a quick visual with you if you're not watching this on Get an LLC you got to protect yourself and you do this you take your. Rental real estate and you put it in your LLC and you think ah. Optimizing Retirement income and protecting your le…
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Ep #98: Estate Planning 101: What to Include in Your Will
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We examine the essential aspects of estate planning, focusing on creating a comprehensive will. We also examine choosing the right executor, whether a family member or a professional service, highlighting three key scenarios to consider. We discuss the importance of including digital assets in your will and the benefits of secondary wills for busin…
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At some point, I think we have all been guilty of deciding to take action or committing to make a change and failing to act. Unless we actually get off the log, we never move forward. Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased taxes, Am…
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Just when you thought California could not do more to make people want to move to another state - we pass Proposition 19. In my humble opinion, Prop 19 is one of the worst tax grab I have seen. Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased…
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Optimizing retirement income doesn't happen with a product like investments, life insurance, 401k, real estate or annuities. None of these things by themselves will help you maximize retirement income. You must have an integrated approach that balances the economics of retirement accumulation and retirement income. I am pulling back the kimono on o…
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94: Practicing for Retirement: Balancing Creative Pursuits and Financial Planning with Mary Jo Hoffman
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“Think about practicing for retirement long before you get there.” -Mary Jo Hoffman Our hosts Stephanie McCullough and Kevin Gaines sit down with aeronautical engineer-turned-artist Mary Jo Hoffman. Renowned for her captivating photography project, Still, Mary Jo shares her extraordinary journey from a 17-year career as a scientist into becoming a …
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