Can Families Talk About Inheritance and Care Without Conflict?

The hardest family money conversations often aren't about money at all, they're about love, independence, aging, and uncertainty. In this episode of The Sage Investor Podcast, Larry Kiser discusses how families can approach difficult conversations about inheritance, long-term care, caregiving, and …

What Would Happen to Your Retirement Plan If You Lost Your Job Tomorrow?

What happens to your retirement plan if retirement arrives earlier than expected…and not by choice? In this episode, Larry Kiser discusses the financial decisions that can follow a job loss later in your career. From managing old 401(k) accounts and avoiding costly withdrawal mistakes to maintainin…

What Retirement Decisions Have an Expiration Date?

What if some of the biggest retirement opportunities come with an expiration date? In this episode, Larry Kiser explores key retirement planning windows that can have a lasting impact on your financial future. From catch-up contributions at age 50 and rollover opportunities after 59½, to Social Sec…

You Can’t Control Longevity, But You Can Control This

Living longer is one thing, but making your money last just as long is a whole different challenge. In this episode, Larry Kiser explores what’s truly within your control when it comes to retirement planning, from spending habits and saving strategies to navigating market cycles and tax exposure. U…

The Retirement Risk Most People Avoid Talking About

What if one health event could rewrite your entire retirement plan overnight? In this episode, Larry Kiser tackles the often-avoided topic of long-term care and why planning for it matters more than most people realize. With the majority of retirees likely to need some form of care, and only a smal…

Expectation vs. Reality: The Truth About Retirement Planning

What if your retirement turns out to be less “double‑stuffed” than you expected? In this episode of The Sage Investor Podcast, Larry Kiser unpacks the gap between expectation and reality in retirement planning—using a surprising Oreo analogy to bring it to life. He explores common disconnects aroun…

The Subtle Signs Retirement is Closer Than You Think

Are you getting tired of work—or is retirement quietly calling your name? In this episode of The Sage Investor Podcast, Larry Kiser discusses the subtle, real-life signs that you may be closer to retirement than you think. From tech fatigue and Sunday dread to shifting priorities and growing curios…

When Rising Prices Start Testing Your Retirement Plan

Inflation shows up quietly—until one grocery run makes it impossible to ignore. In this episode of the Sage Investor Podcast, Larry Kiser unpacks what inflation really means for everyday spending and long‑term retirement decisions. The conversation explores how purchasing power changes over time, w…

Why April 15 is Too Late for Real Tax Planning

Tax season has a way of sneaking up—and for retirees, small missteps can have lasting consequences. In this episode of the Sage Investor Podcast, host Larry Kiser breaks down why tax preparation and tax planning are not the same thing, and why waiting until April can limit your options. Larry share…

Annuities Explained: What’s Real, What’s Misleading, and What Matters

Annuities are everywhere, yet most people aren’t sure what they actually do—or why they spark so much confusion. In this episode, Larry Kiser breaks down why annuities have earned a mixed reputation and what’s often missing from the conversation. He explains the core differences between fixed, inde…