



Maximizing Your Retirement: The Roth Conversion Strategy!
In this conversation, William Gonzales discusses the benefits and implications of converting traditional retirement accounts into Roth accounts. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the tax consequences of such conversions and how they can impact financial planning for retirement. Call Wi…

Less Stress with a Plan
New research shows people who have a clear retirement‑finance plan are four times less likely to feel stressed about their long‑term money situation than those without one. We’ll break down why that matters — especially for high‑net‑worth retirees and the upper‑middle class — and explore how faith,…

Spending Rules
In this episode of The Absolute Retirement Planning Show, hosts Jackie Selby and Will Gonzalez discuss the importance of retirement planning, focusing on emotional barriers to spending, the need for flexibility in financial strategies, and the impact of market volatility. They explore modern approa…

Five Pillars of Retirement
In this episode of the Absolute Retirement Planning Show, hosts Jackie Selby and Will Gonzalez discuss the five essential pillars of retirement planning: income, taxes, investments, healthcare, and estate planning. They emphasize the importance of a comprehensive strategy that addresses each pilla…

Side "A"....All the Hits
In the world of vinyl, Side A usually features the hits—the chart-toppers, the tracks everyone remembers. Retirement has its own Side A: the first 10 to 15 years when retirees are still healthy, independent, and ready to live boldly. But just like a record, you can’t just drop the needle and hope f…

Estate Planning Mistakes
This conversation delves into the complexities of estate planning, emphasizing the importance of avoiding common pitfalls and understanding the various components such as wills, trusts, and beneficiary designations. The speakers discuss the significance of legacy planning, the role of powers of att…

Up Next :Gen X
Generation X has long been called the “forgotten middle child” of the retirement conversation. Sandwiched between Boomers and Millennials, they’ve quietly carried the weight of aging parents, growing children, and a retirement system that shifted beneath their feet. But here’s the big milestone: in…

1995 Retirement Planning!
Still relying on the 4% rule, stock-heavy portfolios, and dreams of a pension? You might be planning your retirement like it’s 1995—and that’s, like, totally bogus. We’re breaking down what’s changed and how to future-proof your retirement with strategies built for today. Reach out to Will at 877-…

Get Answers to the Things You Don't Know for Retirement.
In this episode of the Absolute Retirement Planning Show, hosts Jackie Selby and William Gonzales discuss the essential elements of retirement planning. They cover common myths about retirement, the importance of having a written retirement plan, and the often-overlooked healthcare costs that can i…

Living In Retirement
A new Northwestern Mutual study finds Americans now believe they need $1.26 million to retire comfortably—down $200K from last year, yet still out of reach for the majority. Even so, 97% of people aren’t meeting that benchmark . What’s more, nearly 45% of current retirees worry they’ll outlive thei…