Laid Off Near Retirement? The Worst Move Is the Fast One

When a career ends without warning, long‑term plans suddenly feel impossible. In this episode of The Manumit Podcast, investment advisor Glenn Johnson unpacks what happens when layoffs hit near retirement and why the first step isn’t panic—it’s perspective. Using a powerful story about survival und…

The Mental Shift No One Warns You About in Retirement

You saved for decades—so why does spending your retirement money feel so uncomfortable? This episode focuses on the often-overlooked shift from building wealth to turning it into dependable monthly income. Glenn breaks down why retirement isn’t about watching account balances grow anymore, but abou…

Why Letting One Spouse Handle the Money Can Quietly Backfire

One partner handles the money, the other looks away until that approach quietly creates risk. In this episode, Glenn breaks down why finances shouldn’t be treated like chores in a relationship, but more like parenting: shared responsibility, open communication, and a clear end goal. Using real-worl…

The Moment You Realize You Can Finally Stop Working

What if two simple words could change the course of your life? In this episode, Glenn Johnson explores the surprising connection between childhood snow days and the moment adults long to hear: you can retire. Glenn breaks down how financial independence has evolved, why today’s retirees face new ch…

What Dolly Parton Reveals About Your Retirement Future

What can Dolly Parton teach us about preparing for a retirement that might last as long as your career? In this episode, Glenn explores how longevity reshapes retirement planning and why outdated rules like the 4% rule or 70/30 allocation may no longer hold up. He breaks down how economic cycles, m…

YouTube University Can’t Save Your Retirement

Why do we pour our hearts and wallets into sports, but hesitate to plan for our financial future? This episode dives into the surprising disconnect between our passion for teams and our reluctance to seek financial advice, even when the stakes are high. Discover why having all the tools and informa…

The Fiduciary Test: Would Your Advisor Pass?

Millions of Americans are heading into retirement and that wave is drawing in opportunists ready to take advantage. In this episode, Glenn Johnson breaks down the red flags that signal a bad financial advisor, from product‑pushers to fast‑talking, fly‑by‑night salespeople. He explains why longevity…

The Tax Traps You Never Saw Coming in Retirement

History’s strangest taxes, from beard fees to window levies, set the stage for a revealing look at the surprising tax traps waiting in retirement. In this episode, Glenn Johnson breaks down how today’s retirees can be blindsided by required minimum distributions and inheritance tax rules that shift…

When Wealth Moves Sideways: The Hidden Shift in Inheritance | The Great Wealth Transfer Isn’t What You Think | From Oreo Flavors to Financial Futures: Choosing What Fits |

What happens when trillions of dollars shift hands—but not the way you expect? This episode explores the “sideways wealth” phenomenon, where inheritances often move to surviving spouses before reaching heirs. Discover why women are set to control a majority of global wealth, the challenges of manag…

Why Do So Few Americans Trust Financial Advisors? | Breaking the Myths About Money and Trust | The Real Reason You’re Avoiding Financial Advice

Why do only 25% of Americans work with a financial advisor—and what’s holding the rest back? In this episode, Glenn of Jabez Financial dives into the myths about “not having enough,” the impact of past bad experiences, and why trust is the cornerstone of financial planning. From recognizing trustwo…