Ever tried to save money and somehow ended up spending more? In this episode of the Retirement Salsa Podcast, Mike DiSalvo breaks down the sneaky habit known as “spaving”—spending more in the name of saving—and how it quietly chips away at long‑term wealth. From free‑shipping traps to buy‑one‑get‑one deals we don’t really need, the conversation explores why these small choices feel harmless but can compound over time, especially in retirement. Mike shares relatable examples, practical mindset shifts, and simple ways to create awareness around everyday spending without guilt or judgment.

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Ever tried to save money and somehow ended up spending more? In this episode of the Retirement Salsa Podcast, Mike DiSalvo breaks down the sneaky habit known as &ldquo;spaving&rdquo;&mdash;spending more in the name of saving&mdash;and how it quietly chips away at long‑term wealth. From free‑shipping traps to buy‑one‑get‑one deals we don&rsquo;t really need, the conversation explores why these small choices feel harmless but can compound over time, especially in retirement. Mike shares relatable examples, practical mindset shifts, and simple ways to create awareness around everyday spending without guilt or judgment.
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When “Saving Money” Costs You More Than You Think

Nearly 70% of Americans set financial resolutions for the new year, but most give up before February. In this episode, \ Certified Financial Planner Mike DiSalvo tackles why resolutions fail and how daily habits, smart planning, and accountability can make 2026 your most financially confident year yet. From new tax laws and market volatility to budgeting, inflation, and the role of technology in retirement, discover practical ways to reassess your financial plan and build lasting confidence. Tune in for candid advice, relatable stories, and strategies to help you start the year strong.

 

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Nearly 70% of Americans set financial resolutions for the new year, but most give up before February. In this episode, \ Certified Financial Planner Mike DiSalvo tackles why resolutions fail and how daily habits, smart planning, and accountability can make 2026 your most financially confident year yet. From new tax laws and market volatility to budgeting, inflation, and the role of technology in retirement, discover practical ways to reassess your financial plan and build lasting confidence. Tune in for candid advice, relatable stories, and strategies to help you start the year strong.
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Quitters Day or Confidence Year? How to Make Resolutions Stick

Americans spend nearly $950 billion during the holidays, but December isn’t just for decking the halls—it’s the perfect time to review your financial plan. In this episode, Certified Financial Planner Mike DiSalvo breaks down year-end strategies: maximizing retirement accounts, understanding required minimum distributions, and making smart moves with Roth conversions and tax loss harvesting. Discover why family financial traditions matter, and how advice from “Grandpa Joe” might not fit today’s realities. Tune in for practical tips, memorable stories, and a fresh perspective on building your financial legacy.

 

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Americans spend nearly $950 billion during the holidays, but December isn&rsquo;t just for decking the halls&mdash;it&rsquo;s the perfect time to review your financial plan. In this episode, Certified Financial Planner Mike DiSalvo breaks down year-end strategies: maximizing retirement accounts, understanding required minimum distributions, and making smart moves with Roth conversions and tax loss harvesting. Discover why family financial traditions matter, and how advice from &ldquo;Grandpa Joe&rdquo; might not fit today&rsquo;s realities. Tune in for practical tips, memorable stories, and a fresh perspective on building your financial legacy.
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Deck the Halls & Your Portfolio: Year-End Financial Strategies Unwrapped

What if inheriting your family home feels more like a headache than a windfall? This episode explores the emotional and financial realities behind legacy housing as baby boomers retire in place, leaving aging homes to millennial heirs. Financial planner Mike DiSalvo unpacks myths about passing down real estate, the challenges of outdated properties, and why younger generations value memories over mortgages. Discover how family stories, generational expectations, and tax strategies shape the great wealth transfer—and why open conversations matter more than ever when planning your legacy.

 

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What if inheriting your family home feels more like a headache than a windfall? This episode explores the emotional and financial realities behind legacy housing as baby boomers retire in place, leaving aging homes to millennial heirs. Financial planner Mike DiSalvo unpacks myths about passing down real estate, the challenges of outdated properties, and why younger generations value memories over mortgages. Discover how family stories, generational expectations, and tax strategies shape the great wealth transfer&mdash;and why open conversations matter more than ever when planning your legacy.
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Homegrown Headaches: The Truth About Inheriting Family Homes

What do LeBron James and retirees have in common? Fear of the unknown. In this episode, Mike DiSalvo, certified financial planner, explores how fear shapes our decisions as we approach retirement. From the anxiety of changing routines to the emotional impact of leaving a lifelong career, Mike shares real stories and practical advice for reframing retirement fears. Discover why planning for non-financial aspects is just as crucial as managing your portfolio and learn small steps to start meaningful conversations about your future. Whether you’re worried about outliving your savings or finding new purpose, this episode sheds light on navigating retirement’s biggest uncertainties.

 

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What do LeBron James and retirees have in common? Fear of the unknown. In this episode, Mike DiSalvo, certified financial planner, explores how fear shapes our decisions as we approach retirement. From the anxiety of changing routines to the emotional impact of leaving a lifelong career, Mike shares real stories and practical advice for reframing retirement fears. Discover why planning for non-financial aspects is just as crucial as managing your portfolio and learn small steps to start meaningful conversations about your future. Whether you&rsquo;re worried about outliving your savings or finding new purpose, this episode sheds light on navigating retirement&rsquo;s biggest uncertainties.
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Facing the Unknown in Retirement

When Hollywood couples split, the headlines rarely reveal the true financial fallout of becoming suddenly single. This episode of the Retirement Salsa Podcast explores the real-life challenges of navigating divorce or the unexpected loss of a spouse, from unraveling shared assets to reworking future plans. Host Mike DiSalvo shares stories, practical steps, and common mistakes to avoid, highlighting the importance of preparation, record-keeping, and annual beneficiary reviews. Whether facing separation or loss, listeners gain insight into rebuilding their financial life and finding support for the next chapter.

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When Hollywood couples split, the headlines rarely reveal the true financial fallout of becoming suddenly single. This episode of the Retirement Salsa Podcast explores the real-life challenges of navigating divorce or the unexpected loss of a spouse, from unraveling shared assets to reworking future plans. Host Mike DiSalvo shares stories, practical steps, and common mistakes to avoid, highlighting the importance of preparation, record-keeping, and annual beneficiary reviews. Whether facing separation or loss, listeners gain insight into rebuilding their financial life and finding support for the next chapter.
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Suddenly Single: The Financial Reality Behind the Headline

What does salsa have to do with retirement? More than you think! In this episode, Mike DiSalvo reveals how the art of making salsa—from planting seeds to sharing the final batch—mirrors the journey to financial freedom. Discover why retirement planning isn’t just about numbers, but about flavor, teamwork, and personal touch. Mike shares stories of family, gardening, and the importance of customizing your financial “recipe” to suit your unique taste. Whether you prefer mild or spicy, learn how small tweaks can transform your portfolio and your future. Tune in for a fresh perspective on retirement that’s as rich and layered as your favorite salsa.

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What does salsa have to do with retirement? More than you think! In this episode, Mike DiSalvo reveals how the art of making salsa&mdash;from planting seeds to sharing the final batch&mdash;mirrors the journey to financial freedom. Discover why retirement planning isn&rsquo;t just about numbers, but about flavor, teamwork, and personal touch. Mike shares stories of family, gardening, and the importance of customizing your financial &ldquo;recipe&rdquo; to suit your unique taste. Whether you prefer mild or spicy, learn how small tweaks can transform your portfolio and your future. Tune in for a fresh perspective on retirement that&rsquo;s as rich and layered as your favorite salsa.
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Spicing Up Your Financial Future...One Batch at a Time

What if the biggest threat to your retirement isn’t the market, but your own blind spots? In this episode of Retirement Salsa, Mike DiSalvo breaks down the five most common mistakes people make when planning for retirement. From skipping the plan entirely to underestimating healthcare costs, Mike shares how small oversights can lead to big setbacks. Using relatable analogies…from MapQuest detours to surprise medical bills…this conversation highlights why updating your plan, diversifying income, and factoring in taxes are essential steps toward a smoother retirement journey.

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What if the biggest threat to your retirement isn&rsquo;t the market, but your own blind spots? In this episode of&nbsp;Retirement Salsa, Mike DiSalvo breaks down the five most common mistakes people make when planning for retirement. From skipping the plan entirely to underestimating healthcare costs, Mike shares how small oversights can lead to big setbacks. Using relatable analogies&hellip;from MapQuest detours to surprise medical bills&hellip;this conversation highlights why updating your plan, diversifying income, and factoring in taxes are essential steps toward a smoother retirement journey.
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Are You Planning for Retirement…or Just Hoping?

What do triathlons and retirement have in common? More than you think. In this kickoff episode of Retirement Salsa, Mike DiSalvo unpacks how life’s unexpected turns—from sports injuries to surprise financial setbacks—shape the way we plan for the future. Mike shares how family, faith, and behavioral finance influence his approach, and why retirement isn’t a destination; it’s a decades-long journey that demands adaptability. From envelope budgeting as a kid to navigating market shifts, this episode explores how values and vision drive financial wellness.

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What do triathlons and retirement have in common? More than you think. In this kickoff episode of&nbsp;Retirement Salsa, Mike DiSalvo unpacks how life&rsquo;s unexpected turns&mdash;from sports injuries to surprise financial setbacks&mdash;shape the way we plan for the future. Mike shares how family, faith, and behavioral finance influence his approach, and why retirement isn&rsquo;t a destination; it&rsquo;s a decades-long journey that demands adaptability. From envelope budgeting as a kid to navigating market shifts, this episode explores how values and vision drive financial wellness.
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What Do Triathlons Teach Us About Retirement?

How much flavor is in your retirement plan? If it’s looking a little bland, it might be time to spice things up.

That’s where Retirement Salsa: Spicing Up Your Financial Future can help. Hosted by Mike DiSalvo, co-founder of PurposePath Capital, Retirement Salsa is the quality ingredient you’ve been missing in your retirement recipe. From analysis of the latest financial policies to long-ranging views of economic trends and entertaining looks at the news of the day, Retirement Salsa is a can’t miss retirement dish.

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How much flavor is in your retirement plan? If it&rsquo;s looking a little bland, it might be time to spice things up.
That&rsquo;s where Retirement Salsa: Spicing Up Your Financial Future can help. Hosted by Mike DiSalvo, co-founder of PurposePath Capital, Retirement Salsa is the quality ingredient you&rsquo;ve been missing in your retirement recipe. From analysis of the latest financial policies to long-ranging views of economic trends and entertaining looks at the news of the day, Retirement Salsa is a can&rsquo;t miss retirement dish.
Subscribe and listen to today!

Retirement Salsa: Spicing Up Your Financial Future

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