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The Case for Equities in Retirement w/ David Blanchett
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How can you make your retirement plan truly bulletproof? In this episode of The Financial Quarterback, Josh interviews retirement planning expert David Blanchett. They start by discussing the importance of understanding longevity risk and how annuities can be valuable tools to provide lifetime income. They break down the different types of annuities, including MIGAs, SPIAs, and fixed index options, and emphasize the need to work with knowledgeable advisors to make informed decisions. The conversation then moves to the four percent rule, debating its viability and highlighting the importance of personalized retirement income plans that account for individual circumstances.
The two also tackles the significant impact of healthcare expenses on retirement, exploring strategies like long-term care insurance and Medicaid trusts to mitigate these costs. David shares insights on constructing diversified retirement portfolios, balancing equities and bonds, and making strategic portfolio adjustments to navigate market volatility. Josh and David also explore behavioral finance and how investor behavior can impact financial outcomes.
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137 episodes
Manage episode 420520853 series 1471652
How can you make your retirement plan truly bulletproof? In this episode of The Financial Quarterback, Josh interviews retirement planning expert David Blanchett. They start by discussing the importance of understanding longevity risk and how annuities can be valuable tools to provide lifetime income. They break down the different types of annuities, including MIGAs, SPIAs, and fixed index options, and emphasize the need to work with knowledgeable advisors to make informed decisions. The conversation then moves to the four percent rule, debating its viability and highlighting the importance of personalized retirement income plans that account for individual circumstances.
The two also tackles the significant impact of healthcare expenses on retirement, exploring strategies like long-term care insurance and Medicaid trusts to mitigate these costs. David shares insights on constructing diversified retirement portfolios, balancing equities and bonds, and making strategic portfolio adjustments to navigate market volatility. Josh and David also explore behavioral finance and how investor behavior can impact financial outcomes.
Can't get enough of the Financial Quarterback? Click 'Subscribe' to never miss a play. New episodes touchdown right here! Loving the playbook? Drop us a 5-star rating and share your thoughts in a review. Your feedback fuels the game plan!
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