Your Retirement, Your Story
Your Retirement, Your Story
Welcome to Your Retirement, Your Story, the podcast where hosts Lawrence Olivier and Redd Sessions help you take charge of your financial future. Whether you’re just starting to plan or already enjoying your golden years, each episode offers simple, informative conversations that break down the essentials of retirement planning. With real stories, practical tips, and expert insights, Lawrence and …Social links:
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What Financial Blind Spots Could Derail Your Retirement?
Most retirement mistakes happen long before retirement begins, and many people don't realize it until their options become limited. In this episode of Your Retirement, Your Story, Lawrence Olivier and Redd Sessions discuss the costly mistakes they see most often as people approach retirement. From …
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Are Medicare Premium Fears Keeping You from a Bigger Tax Opportunity?
What if the Medicare premium increase everyone fears is actually distracting them from a much larger retirement opportunity? In this episode of Your Retirement, Your Story, Lawrence Olivier and Redd Sessions unpack the pros and cons of Roth conversions and why they continue to be one of retirement …
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Could Small Decisions Today Cost You in Retirement Tomorrow?
Are the little financial habits you ignore today quietly shaping your retirement tomorrow? In this episode, Lawrence Olivier and Redd Sessions explore how everyday decisions, can have a lasting impact on your retirement. From claiming Social Security and managing taxes, to spending confidently and …
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What Happens If You Have to Navigate Retirement Alone?
What happens when you're the only person responsible for every financial, healthcare, and life decision in retirement? In this episode, Lawrence Olivier and Redd Sessions explore the realities of solo aging and why planning ahead becomes even more important when you don't have a spouse or partner t…
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Work One More Year… or Retire Sooner? The Real Trade-Off
Does working one more year really change your retirement or just delay it? In this episode, Lawrence Olivier and Redd Sessions unpack the idea sparked by Dr. Oz that an extra year in the workforce could make a meaningful difference. They explore when it might help, and when retiring sooner could ma…
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Money Talks Couples Avoid, Until It’s Too Late
Are you and your spouse truly on the same page financially or avoiding the conversations that matter most? In this episode, Lawrence Olivier and Redd Sessions explore the essential money talks every couple should have before and during retirement. From building a reliable income plan and preparing …
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Roth Conversions: When the Pitch Sounds Too Good
If someone promises a “tax‑free” Roth conversion—for a $5,000 fee—it’s time to pause and ask hard questions. In this episode of Your Retirement, Your Story, Lawrence Olivier and Redd Sessions unpack a concerning Roth conversion pitch featured in a MarketWatch advice column. Together, they explain w…
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Understanding the Annuity Puzzle
Annuities are more popular than ever—yet most people still misunderstand what they actually do. In this episode of Your Retirement, Your Story, Lawrence Olivier and Redd Sessions unpack the “annuity puzzle” and explain why this tool often gets a bad reputation. They break down the different types o…
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The New Retirement Product Everyone’s Talking About
Target date funds and annuities aren’t supposed to collide—but Vanguard just made it happen. In this episode of Your Retirement, Your Story, Lawrence Olivier and Redd Sessions unpack Vanguard’s new target date fund with an annuity option and explore what it could mean for retirees. They discuss why…
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Money Math Isn’t the Hard Part — THIS Is
Money avoidance, fear of judgment, and unspoken assumptions quietly shape the way people plan for retirement. In this episode of Your Retirement, Your Story, Lawrence Olivier and Redd Sessions explore the psychology behind working with a financial advisor and why emotions often matter as much as th…
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