

The Financial Reality of Long-Term Care in Retirement
What if one unexpected health event could quietly reshape your entire retirement plan? In this episode, Steve Standley explores how medical costs and long-term care can impact income strategies long after retirement begins. The conversation highlights gaps many overlook, including what Medicare doe…

The Hidden Risks of Delaying Retirement Decisions
What if staying longer at a job you enjoy creates challenges you didn’t expect in retirement? In this episode, Steve Standley explains why even those who plan to work longer should start preparing early for the transition ahead. He discusses how growing retirement accounts can trigger larger requir…

The Two Biggest Worries in Retirement Planning
If retirement really came down to just two worries, would you be prepared for both? In this episode, Steve Standley breaks down the most common concerns retirees face—longevity and healthcare—and how they can shape financial decisions later in life. The conversation explores why saving alone isn’t …

Best Of: The Million Dollar Myth
Is chasing the “magic number” for retirement—like a million dollars—really the key to happiness, or just a myth? This episode of The Retirement Paycheck Show with Steve Standley reveals why most retirees don’t hit that milestone, yet still find satisfaction in retirement. Learn how guaranteed incom…

Why Waiting to Plan Can Cost You in Retirement
Retirement has a way of sneaking up on you faster than expected. In this episode, Steve Standley explains why waiting to plan—or trying to figure it out later—can limit options when retirement is suddenly closer than it looks. The discussion covers procrastination pitfalls, the importance of saving…

Working Because You Want To—Not Because You Have To
Working longer should be a choice, not a financial requirement. In this episode, Steve Standley explores strategies for people who want the freedom to keep working—or walk away—on their own terms. The conversation covers building an income floor, managing market volatility, addressing debt, and way…

A Special Conversation with TG Sheppard and Kelly Lang
A special conversation with Steve Standley and TG Sheppard and Kelly Lang from CRS 2026 in Nashville! Ready for your Retirement Paycheck? Connect with Steve today.

The Retirement Transition Nobody Prepares You For and An Interview with Chase Matthew
Preparing for retirement isn’t just about money—it’s about what life actually looks like when the workday ends. In this episode, Steve Standley explores the often‑overlooked non‑financial side of retirement, including how couples adjust to new routines, shared space, and changing roles at home. The…

The Estate Planning Mistake That Could Cost Your Family
What happens to your “stuff” when you’re gone—and why does estate planning matter more than you think? This episode of the Retirement Paycheck Show unpacks the real-life consequences of neglecting beneficiary designations, power of attorney, and property ownership across counties. Steve Stanley sha…

Best Of: Where Should Your Money Live in Retirement? The Three‑World Framework
How much cash is too much when you’re heading into retirement? In this episode, Steve Standley breaks down why sitting on excess cash can quietly work against you—and how to think more clearly about where your money actually belongs. Using Warren Buffett’s perspective as a starting point, Steve exp…