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by Steven J. Richardson, Esq.
A semi-monthly podcast that brings you advice and interviews with experts on various important topics to help you make better and smarter financial decisions in order to improve or maintain your financial situation.
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- 1 weeks ago38 min
Episode 256: Creating Your Retirement Income Playbook with Ron Deutsch
People approaching retirement in 3 to 5 years have to start thinking differently about their money and what they are going to do once the paychecks stop. They have to have a plan, a playbook to follow on what that income is going to look like. That's why in this episode of the podcast I talk Ron Deutsch at Magnus Financial Group about how to write that playbook and have financial freedom in retirement. In this episode you will learn: How to build a retirement income playbook that generates reliable income without taking on unnecessary risk The key differences between financial advisors and what questions to ask before choosing one Why true portfolio diversification still matters, even in today's market The most costly retirement planning mistakes, and how to avoid them
- 3 weeks ago50 min
Episode 256: Avoiding the Widow's Trap with Michael Karwic
The loss of a spouse is devastating in many ways. The person you've been spending your life with is now gone. There are also the many financial issues you have to deal with, and one of them can be devastating to those over 65 and retirees. It's called the "Widow's Trap" and most people aren't prepared for it. That's why in this episode of the podcast I talk to repeat guest and Certified Financial Transitionist Michael Karwic to tell us what it is and how to avoid falling into it. In this episode you will learn: What the "widow's trap" is and why it catches so many families by surprise The tax, Social Security, and estate-document mistakes that most often trip up a surviving spouse Practical steps couples can take now to protect each other before a crisis forces the issue
- Aug 14, 202647 min
Episode 254: Reverse Mortgages with Paul Dilks
Many people trying to maintain financial independence and freedom find themselves cash poor, but asset rich. They need more money in the bank, but have loads of equity in their home. Problem is, they don't want to sell the home to liquidate the equity; they want to continue living it. As my guest in this episode would say: "Reverse mortgage to the rescue!" To bust the misconceptions about them, and tell us how they can help with retirement and estate planning, I talk with Paul Dilks, of WSFS Bank, to get the answers. In this episode you will learn: What a reverse mortgage actually is, and how it differs from the stereotypes How to tell whether a reverse mortgage fits your retirement picture How to choose among the different types
- Jul 24, 202645 min
Episode 253: Financial Planning for Childless Couples with Bri Conn
A lot of financial advice assumes you're building wealth to pass on to your kids. But what if that's not your path? About 25% of Americans are childless by choice or circumstance, and the financial system largely wasn't built for them. That's why in this episode of the podcast I talk with Certified Financial Planner Bri Conn about what the financial landscape actually looks like for childless couples, and why it requires a different approach. In this episode you will learn: Why traditional financial planning falls short for childless couples and how to fix it What the financial landscape actually look like for childless couples What FILE (Financial Independence, Live Early) is and how it differs from FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) Why estate planning for childless individuals goes beyond a will, and what a Care Plan covers The most common mistakes/missed opportunities childless couples walk away with In speaking to a financial planner.
- Jul 10, 202642 min
Episode 252: Saving Money at the Grocery Store with Andy Ellwood
One place inflation has really hit hard in the last two years or so is food. Going to the grocery store has become very expensive, and feeding the family has become quite a struggle. That's why in this episode of the podcast I talked with Andy Ellwood, who has brought technology to bear to help people find the best deals on food through his AI platform. In this episode you will learn: How AI tools like Stretch are helping families cut their grocery bills without sacrificing quality Why the grocery system is confusing by design — and how to navigate it with more clarity Simple, high-leverage strategies for saving money at the store that you can use right now How the "Make Room For Many" philosophy is making smart grocery tools accessible to all families
- Jun 27, 202643 min
Episode 251: Common Misconceptions About Financial Advisors with Farrel Liger
A lot of people who could benefit from working with a financial advisor never do — and often it's because of myths and misconceptions about who financial advisors are, what they do, and who they're really for. That's why in this episode of the podcast, I spoke with Farrel Liger, a man who's spent his career on both sides of that relationship, and can dispel those myths, so you can get the help you need. In this episode you will learn: The most common misconceptions people have about financial advisors — and the truth behind them How to tell the difference between a genuine advisor and someone who is really just selling products What to look for and ask when choosing a financial advisor who is right for you
- Jun 12, 202648 min
Episode 250: Applying for Social Security and Medicare with Marcia Mantell
People turning 65 have a lot of important decisions to make. Do they apply for Social Security, or do they wait until they're older? When do they apply for Medicare, what are the differences between A, B, C, and D, and which ones are right for them? To answer these questions, I talked with Retirement Management Advisor Marcia Mantell to provide some guidance to those having to make those decisions. In this episode you will learn: When to start the Social Security and Medicare application process — and why missing the window can cost you The most common and costly mistakes people make when applying, and how to avoid them How to decide when to claim Social Security, including the real trade-offs between claiming early and waiting How Medicare enrollment works — Parts A, B, C, and D — and what the timeline actually looks like What happens if you miss a Medicare deadline, and whether the penalties are as serious as people fear How Social Security works for married couples and what strategies exist to maximize lifetime benefits for both spouses What to do if you've already claimed and wonder if you made the wrong call
- May 22, 202638 min
Episode 249: Building a Family Wealth Legacy with Chad Taylor
For many people, saving for retirement and living in retirement means hoping that the money lasts. Their goal is not to outlive their money. But for others, building a legacy to pass on is what's important. That's why in this episode of the podcast I talk with Certified Financial Planner Chad Taylor on how to create a family wealth legacy to pass on to the next generation. In this episode you will learn: Where legacy planning actually starts Why waiting until retirement or estate planning is too late The most common ways families accidentally destroy wealth between generations What families who successfully transfer wealth to the next generation do differently The key estate planning documents and structures that make the biggest difference for families getting serious about legacy
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