Ready, Set, Retire!
Ready, Set, Retire!
Playlist by Ready, Set, Retire!Planning for retirement is not a guessing game. Now is the time to plan! What have you done to protect yourself from another recession? Can you afford to ride the waves of a volatile market? When t…Follow the podcast:
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The Social Security Strategy You’ve Heard About… but Don’t Actually Understand
What if one retirement decision could reshape your financial future? On this episode of Ready, Set, Retire Podcast, Steve Anzuoni breaks down the rising interest in Social Security bridging — what it is, who benefits, and why timing matters. Steve tackles myths, longevity planning, guaranteed incom…
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The Lobster Story That Reveals a Retirement Truth
A simple lobster story turns into a revealing lesson about how retirement planning really works. In this episode, Steve Anzuoni breaks down why saving consistently is only half the battle — the real challenge begins when you shift from accumulation to creating sustainable income. Steve shares insig…
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The Hidden Mistake in Most Retirement Plans—and How to Avoid It
A surprising retirement trend is reshaping financial plans—and it’s happening faster than many expect. In this episode, Steve Anzuoni digs into why so many Americans are accelerating their retirement timelines and how shifting from “autopilot saving” to intentional planning can make all the differe…
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The $102 Million Mistake: Are You Leaving Your Retirement Unprotected?
What does a $102 million art heist have in common with your retirement plan? Both can be undone by a single, simple mistake. In this episode, Steve Anzuoni reveals the hidden pitfalls that threaten your financial future—from underestimating inflation and healthcare costs to the dangers of early wit…
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The Medicare Premium Trap: What Retirees Wish They Knew Sooner
Are you unknowingly sabotaging your retirement with “spendophobia” or hidden Medicare costs? In this episode, Steve Anzuoni reveals the surprising traps retirees face, from the two-year Medicare premium lookback to the fear of spending hard-earned savings. Discover practical strategies like the “fo…
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The Surprising Truth Behind America’s Retirement Age
Are your retirement plans built on optimism or reality? Dive into the surprising gap between when people expect to retire and when they actually do. Host Steve Anzuoni explores the real-world factors—health, family, finances, and routines—that can upend even the best-laid plans. Learn why flexibili…
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Spaving: The Hidden Trap Sabotaging Your Retirement
Are you spending more to save more—and is it costing your retirement? This episode dives into “spaving,” the sneaky habit of overspending in the name of saving, and how it can quietly erode your nest egg. Host Steve Anzuoni unpack hidden fees, smart saving strategies, and the emotional side of reti…
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How to Turn Your Retirement Savings Into a Paycheck for Life
Are you ready to turn your retirement savings into a reliable paycheck? Discover how everyday people—just like top athletes and savvy investors—strategically carve out guaranteed income for life. Host Steve Anzuoni shares real stories, expert tips, and actionable strategies for building your own “p…
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Is Your Retirement Income Built to Last?
What if your retirement income isn’t as secure as you think? Dive into the realities of Social Security, Cost of Living Adjustments or COLA, and the hidden pitfalls in retirement planning. Host Steve Anzuoni breaks down how to turn your savings into lasting income, avoid costly mistakes, and design…
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Secret Hotel Sleepers & Retirement Reality: What’s Your Side Gig?
Ever wondered how a secret hotel sleeper or a Lego sculptor could boost your retirement income? This episode dives into creative side gigs, the financial realities of working in retirement, and the crucial planning steps to avoid costly mistakes. Discover how tax implications, Social Security, and …
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