Your retirement spending isn't a straight line—it’s a smile. Join Jay Kirkwood from Secure Financial Management as he reveals why your expenses may peak at the start and end of retirement, creating a unique "spending smile" that requires strategic planning. We tackle the anxiety of outliving your money, the "whack-a-mole" complexity of Social Security timing, and the rising reality of "emergency retirements" triggered by AI and downsizing. Learn how to bridge the healthcare gap before Medicare and balance growth with risk to ensure your financial plan survives the bumps in the air.

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Your retirement spending isn't a straight line&mdash;it&rsquo;s a smile. Join Jay Kirkwood from Secure Financial Management as he reveals why your expenses may peak at the start and end of retirement, creating a unique "spending smile" that requires strategic planning. We tackle the anxiety of outliving your money, the "whack-a-mole" complexity of Social Security timing, and the rising reality of "emergency retirements" triggered by AI and downsizing. Learn how to bridge the healthcare gap before Medicare and balance growth with risk to ensure your financial plan survives the bumps in the air.
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Welcome to "Clear Skies Retirement," the podcast dedicated to guiding you through the unpredictable journey of retirement planning.

Whether you're approaching retirement or already adjusting to its reality, "Clear Skies Retirement" helps you manage your finances to ensure a stable, secure, and fulfilling future. From investment strategies and savings tips to tax planning and estate management, we cover all aspects of financial stability in your golden years.

Join us every week as we tackle the toughest challenges facing retirees and answer your burning questions about retirement. No matter the turbulence in the markets or changes in regulations, with "Clear Skies Retirement," you’re never flying solo. Get ready to turn your retirement goals into your everyday reality. Subscribe now to step confidently into a future of clear skies!

If our podcast has you thinking you might need a second opinion on your retirement plan, reach out to us here 👉 Schedule an Appointment

 

Welcome to "Clear Skies Retirement," the podcast dedicated to guiding you through the unpredictable journey of retirement planning.
Whether you're approaching retirement or already adjusting to its reality, "Clear Skies Retirement" helps you manage your finances to ensure a stable, secure, and fulfilling future. From investment strategies and savings tips to tax planning and estate management, we cover all aspects of financial stability in your golden years.
Join us every week as we tackle the toughest challenges facing retirees and answer your burning questions about retirement. No matter the turbulence in the markets or changes in regulations, with "Clear Skies Retirement," you&rsquo;re never flying solo. Get ready to turn your retirement goals into your everyday reality. Subscribe now to step confidently into a future of clear skies!
If our podcast has you thinking you might need a second opinion on your retirement plan, reach out to us here 👉&nbsp;<a href="https://appointments.sfmplanning.com/form-page">Schedule an Appointment</a>
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Clear Skies Retirement

Welcome to "Clear Skies Retirement," the podcast dedicated to guiding you through the unpredictable journey of retirement planning.

Whether you're approaching retirement or already adjusting to its reality, "Clear Skies Retirement" helps you manage your finances to ensure a stable, secure, and fulfilling future. From investment strategies and savings tips to tax planning and estate management, we cover all aspects of financial stability in your golden years.

Join us every week as we tackle the toughest challenges facing retirees and answer your burning questions about retirement. No matter the turbulence in the markets or changes in regulations, with "Clear Skies Retirement," you’re never flying solo. Get ready to turn your retirement goals into your everyday reality. Subscribe now to step confidently into a future of clear skies!

If our podcast has you thinking you might need a second opinion on your retirement plan, reach out to us here 👉  https://bit.ly/3y8MvI4

Welcome to "Clear Skies Retirement," the podcast dedicated to guiding you through the unpredictable journey of retirement planning.
Whether you're approaching retirement or already adjusting to its reality, "Clear Skies Retirement" helps you manage your finances to ensure a stable, secure, and fulfilling future. From investment strategies and savings tips to tax planning and estate management, we cover all aspects of financial stability in your golden years.
Join us every week as we tackle the toughest challenges facing retirees and answer your burning questions about retirement. No matter the turbulence in the markets or changes in regulations, with "Clear Skies Retirement," you’re never flying solo. Get ready to turn your retirement goals into your everyday reality. Subscribe now to step confidently into a future of clear skies!
If our podcast has you thinking you might need a second opinion on your retirement plan, reach out to us here 👉  <a href="https://bit.ly/3y8MvI4">https://bit.ly/3y8MvI4</a>

Social Security Roulette: Don’t Let One Decision Ruin Your Future

You’ve climbed the retirement mountain and saved your millions, but is the IRS waiting at the peak to take a massive cut? In this episode of Clear Skies Retirement, Jay Kirkwood of Secure Financial Management explores the "two-sided coin" of income and tax management. Learn why high savings can lead to higher Medicare premiums and taxed Social Security if not handled with precision. From the risks of using 401ks for home down payments to the truth about target date funds and annuities, Jay reveals how to navigate complex distribution rules before time runs out.

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To learn more about Jay and the team at Secure Financial Management, including their "Get Me to Retirement" 5-Step Process, go to www.retire210.com

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You&rsquo;ve climbed the retirement mountain and saved your millions, but is the IRS waiting at the peak to take a massive cut? In this episode of Clear Skies Retirement, Jay Kirkwood of Secure Financial Management explores the "two-sided coin" of income and tax management. Learn why high savings can lead to higher Medicare premiums and taxed Social Security if not handled with precision. From the risks of using 401ks for home down payments to the truth about target date funds and annuities, Jay reveals how to navigate complex distribution rules before time runs out.
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Check out our <a href="https://youtube.com/@sfmplanning523">YouTube</a> page for more retirement tips from Jay!
To learn more about Jay and the team at Secure Financial Management, including their "Get Me to Retirement" 5-Step Process, go to <a href="https://www.retire210.com">www.retire210.com</a>
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The Retirement Tax Trap: Why Being a "Good Saver" Could Cost You

On this episode:
Should you push off your retirement due to the economy?
There are over 4 million people retiring every year. Whenever there are a lot of people needing help sometimes bad actors will take advantage. What do you need to watch out for?

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To learn more about Jay and the team at Secure Financial Management, including their "Get Me to Retirement" 5-Step Process, go to www.retire210.com

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On this episode:
<ul>
<li>Should you push off your retirement due to the economy?</li>
<li>There are over 4 million people retiring every year. Whenever there are a lot of people needing help sometimes bad actors will take advantage. What do you need to watch out for?</li>
</ul>
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Check out our <a href="https://youtube.com/@sfmplanning523">YouTube</a> page for more retirement tips from Jay!
To learn more about Jay and the team at Secure Financial Management, including their "Get Me to Retirement" 5-Step Process, go to <a href="https://www.retire210.com">www.retire210.com</a>
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Will 2026 Be a Better or Harder Year to Retire Than 2025? | Watch Out for “Bad Actors” in the Financial Industry

On this episode:
Vanguard is offering a Target Date Fund with an annuity option. What could go wrong?
Turns out, retirees want more stability than the stock market provides.

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Check out our YouTube page for more retirement tips from Jay!

To learn more about Jay and the team at Secure Financial Management, including their "Get Me to Retirement" 5-Step Process, go to www.retire210.com

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On this episode:
<ul>
<li>Vanguard is offering a Target Date Fund with an annuity option. What could go wrong?</li>
<li>Turns out, retirees want more stability than the stock market provides.</li>
</ul>
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Check out our <a href="https://youtube.com/@sfmplanning523">YouTube</a> page for more retirement tips from Jay!
To learn more about Jay and the team at Secure Financial Management, including their "Get Me to Retirement" 5-Step Process, go to <a href="https://www.retire210.com">www.retire210.com</a>
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