10,000 Baby Boomers Per Day
The retirement of 10,000 baby boomers every day has significant impacts on current retirees, the economy, and social systems. The conversation covers the increased demand and funding challenges on Social Security and Medicare, the strain on government-run pension systems, the changes in the labor m…
Twentry Years of Retirement Changes
Retirement planning has seen significant changes over the past 20 years, influenced by shifts in the economy, demographics, technology, and regulatory environments. Some of the most significant changes include the shift from defined benefit to defined contribution plans, the introduction of Roth 40…
NO DO OVERS!!!
60% of retirees said they wished they could have a retirement planning do-over. The biggest financial regret for retirees was not planning better for the unexpected, such as inflation and market volatility. Hindsight is always 20-20, and it's impossible to predict major events like a pandemic. Howe…
Surprise! You're Retired!
Retirement is full of surprises that can impact the success of our golden years. In this conversation, Ben and Matt discuss the certainty and uncertainty in retirement, including healthcare costs, home ownership expenses, inflation, and the financial implications of adult children. They emphasize t…
Retirement Misconceptions
In this conversation, Ben, Matt and Gary discuss common misconceptions about retirement and provide tips to avoid making mistakes. They cover topics such as the 4% rule, living expenses in retirement, life expectancy, working past 65, and taxes in retirement. They emphasize the importance of creati…
Financial Regrets Facing Americans in 2024.
The conversation discusses the biggest financial regrets from 2023 and provides tips for avoiding these common concerns. The first regret identified is saving little or no money for retirement, followed by failing to take advantage of interest-bearing accounts. The conversation emphasizes the impor…
Retirement Savings in Your 50's
This conversation focuses on retirement savings for individuals starting in their 50s. The hosts discuss various strategies and considerations for maximizing retirement savings and building a secure retirement plan. They cover topics such as increased contribution limits, investment strategies, the…
Make Sure Your Retirement Rocks!
The hosts discuss various tips and changes in retirement planning that can help listeners improve their retirement savings. They cover topics such as Roth accounts in defined contribution plans, saving and repaying student loans, special catch-up contributions to 401k plans, delaying Social Securit…
Inflation! Enough Said!
The hosts discuss important questions to ask your advisor about inflation and its impact on your retirement plan. They emphasize the need for a long-term financial plan and the importance of considering both the plan to retirement and the plan in retirement. They also discuss the impact of inflatio…
Bad Financial Advice on Social Media
The conversation explores the dangers of financial advice on social media and the importance of fact-checking and consulting professionals. It highlights the misleading advice surrounding 401(k)s, celebrity endorsements, and the FIRE movement. The hosts emphasize the need to consult a financial adv…