



Can You Afford to Retire? Retirement Risks You Can't Ignore
Can you afford to retire? A recent Transamerica survey found that 62% of Americans worry they could work their entire lives and still not have enough money to retire. In this episode, David Hollander explores the biggest retirement risks facing today's retirees, including inflation, Social Security…

7 Common Retirement Myths (and the Facts Behind Them)
Many retirement decisions are influenced by assumptions that aren't always accurate. In this episode of Protect Your Assets, David Hollander, The Sandman, explores 7 common retirement myths and the facts behind them. Drawing on research from the Boston College Center for Retirement Research, he dis…

Financial Independence After 50: Your Retirement Checklist, Social Security & Healthcare Costs
What does financial independence really mean in retirement? In this episode of Protect Your Assets, David Hollander shares a practical retirement checklist to help you prepare for life after work. Learn how to evaluate whether you've saved enough, create retirement income, optimize your Social Secu…

Retirement Planning: When Should You Take Social Security, RMDs, and Retirement Income?
Every major retirement decision comes with one important question: When? In this episode of Protect Your Assets, David Hollander discusses the timing decisions that can have a lasting impact on your financial future, including when to claim Social Security, when required minimum distributions (RMDs…

Retirement Income Planning: Help Protect Your Savings When Markets Are Volatile
The stock market continues to reach new highs, but rising interest rates, geopolitical uncertainty, and increased volatility are causing many investors to question what comes next. In this episode of Protect Your Assets, David Hollander discusses retirement income planning strategies that may help …

Financial Scams 2026: The Latest AI-Driven Fraud and How to Avoid It
Financial scams in 2026 are more advanced than ever, with AI, deepfakes, and social engineering creating new risks for investors and families. In this episode of Protect Your Assets, David Hollander breaks down the most common financial scams 2026 has to offer, including deepfake impersonations, em…

Business Exit Planning: What Business Owners Should Know Before Selling
In this episode of Protect Your Assets, David Hollander discusses key considerations around business exit planning for owners who may be thinking about selling a privately held company. He explores why preparing in advance can matter, from understanding what a business may be worth to organizing fi…

The 4% Rule in Retirement: Why It May Deserve a Second Look
In this episode of Protect Your Assets, David Hollander reviews the role of the 4% rule in retirement planning and shares why it may not be appropriate for every investor or retirement situation. He covers several factors that can affect withdrawal strategies, including changing market conditions, …

Reverse Mortgages Explained with Chris Freck
In this episode of Protect Your Assets, David Hollander sits down with reverse mortgage specialist Chris Freck to discuss how reverse mortgages work and how they may allow homeowners to access equity while continuing to live in their home. They cover eligibility requirements, how loan amounts are d…

Bonds Explained: What Today’s Bond Market Means for Investors
The bond market is shifting, and understanding bonds is critical in today’s interest rate environment. In this episode, David Hollander discusses bond basics, including yield, duration, callable bonds, and the yield curve, while explaining how falling interest rates may impact income, portfolio s…