The Retirement Lesson Mike Ditka Never Forgot

Getting to retirement is one thing, but can your money make it through retirement? On this episode, Raj Shah and Rick Borek revisit financial lessons from legendary coach Mike Ditka, including saving for the future and knowing where your money goes. They also discuss retirement expenses, inflation,…

Your Portfolio Is Up. What’s Your Next Move?

You’ve watched your retirement savings grow, but how much of those gains are you willing to put at risk? Raj Shah and Rick Borek explore ways investors approaching retirement can balance continued market participation with protection and predictable income. They discuss portfolio diversification, f…

The Retirement Red Zone: Are You Ignoring the Warning Signs?

What if today’s market highs are actually a warning sign for retirees? Raj Shah and Rick Borek discuss why investors in the retirement red zone may want to review their portfolios as interest rates rise and market risks evolve. They explore opportunities in today’s fixed income environment, strateg…

The Retirement Risk Most People Never See Coming

What if the biggest threat to your retirement isn't the market, but the expenses you never planned for? Raj Shah and Rick Borek discuss longevity risk, sequence-of-returns risk, and why today's retirees need a strategy beyond traditional withdrawal rules. They explore portfolio risk management, AI-…

Inflation’s Back: Is Your Retirement Plan Ready?

Is inflation quietly reshaping your retirement plans? Raj Shah and Rick Borek discuss rising interest rates, persistent inflation, market volatility, and why many investors are revisiting fixed income strategies. They explore the relationship between bond yields, mortgage rates, and stock market pe…

Your Portfolio Grew, So Why Are You Feeling More Nervous?

After years of strong market gains, why are so many retirees suddenly looking to take risk off the table? Raj Shah and Rick Borek discuss the shift in investor sentiment, the importance of balancing portfolios in a changing market, and strategies for creating reliable retirement income. The convers…

Is a Six-Figure Income Still Enough for Retirement?

What happens when a six-figure income no longer feels like enough, especially in retirement? Raj Shah and Rick Borek discuss why many retirees underestimate future expenses, from healthcare costs and inflation to longevity and lifestyle goals. They explore strategies for building reliable retiremen…

What Would Dolly Do? Lessons on Legacy, Life, and Retirement

What if the biggest threat to your retirement isn't market volatility, but the taxes you don't see? This episode explores how legacy planning, charitable giving strategies, and tax-efficient investing can play a role in a comprehensive financial plan. Raj Shah and Rick Borek discuss charitable rema…

Your 401(k) Grew. Now What Happens When Retirement Starts?

What happens when a strong retirement portfolio faces a bear market, rising healthcare costs, or a surprise income gap? Raj Shah and Rick Borek discuss why growing a 401(k) is only part of the retirement equation. They explore strategies for turning savings into dependable income, managing risk as …

Is Your Retirement Ready for the Next Market Thunderstorm?

What happens when a strong market masks growing risks beneath the surface? On this episode, Raj Shah and Rick Borek discuss the gap between stock market gains and economic uncertainty, why many pre-retirees are reconsidering portfolio risk, and the challenges inflation creates for long-term retirem…