Posts Tagged ‘Retirement’
Financial Lessons from Yogi Berra
What kind of financial wisdom can we take from a baseball player’s quotes? Quite a bit! Today’s quotes from Yogi Berra have a bit of humor and a lot of truth when it comes to your financial plan. From navigating annuities to planning for inflation, Eric shares how these quotes can bring a lot of meaning and understanding to our finances.
Read MoreWays to Ruin Retirement
Building a successful retirement requires careful planning and wise decision-making. Unfortunately, it’s all too easy to undo all of that hard work by falling prey to common pitfalls. Rather than risking the enjoyment and security of your golden years, we’ll discuss some ways to avoid these mistakes and secure your financial future in this episode.
Read MoreFinancial Mistruths
Every once in a while, financial concepts or strategies get misunderstood or misconstrued. It’s important to understand what you have and why you have it. On today’s show, we break down some financial ideals to find the “mistruths” or lies that can mistakenly be adopted.
Read MoreMailbag: Where Should I Invest after Maxing Out 401(k)?
When saving for retirement, a lot of people look to their 401(k). But what happens after you’ve maxed out your contribution based on the yearly limit? Eric explains what options you have to invest toward your retirement beyond a 401(k). This will include money in the different buckets as well as other products to consider.
Read MoreStories People Tell Themselves
When it comes to where you’ve ended up financially, you may have a running narrative on how that happened. There are a number of common stories people tell themselves to make sense of their situation. On today’s show we discuss some of these stories and how we can both understand them and improve upon them.
Read MoreMailbag: Do We Need So Much Money in Cash?
Eric explains where things like your emergency fund can come and how couples usually think about savings. He also answers two other questions from the mailbag regarding retirement.
Read MoreSECURE Act 2.0 – What Retirees Need to Know
Congress passed the SECURE Act 2.0 at the end of 2022, and you might have missed it because it was part of a larger bill.
Read MoreRetirement Lifestyles
Retirement planning is so much more than simply having enough money socked away. Social activity, hobbies, skills, physical activity, and routines are all big components of your life now and likewise, should be in your retirement.
Read MoreMailbag: Where Should I Withdraw My Retirement Funds?
In retirement, even if you’ve saved more than you’ll need, there are still a lot of questions that come up as you make wise decisions about what to do with your money. Eric answers three questions from retirees on how to best navigate what they have and how to rest easy in retirement. If ever you have a question for Eric, feel free to reach out!
Read MoreYear-end Roth Conversions
As we start to close out 2022, what are the things we should be doing with our finances? Is now the time to do a Roth conversion? Depending on your situation, you may want to con-sider it before the ball drops on New Year’s Eve. Eric explains how a Roth conversion works, what the benefits are, and why you’ll want to talk to your advisor about whether you should do one right now.
Read MoreMailbag: Is It Irresponsible to Retire Early?
Eric answers three questions from the mailbag today, all common scenarios that you might one day come across yourself. Find out what he has to say!
Read MoreRetirement Red Zone
Let’s talk football! As fans of the game, we make some comparisons between football terms and retirement planning. How can you win when it comes to our financial plan? Understanding the strategies ahead of time and having the right team behind you can make all the difference.
Read MoreMailbag: Do I Need To Budget For Retirement?
Day-to-day, Eric works with a lot of people as he helps them navigate a variety of financial decisions. But what might seem rare to you could be a more common occurrence to wit-ness in his office. How often does Eric come across scenarios like these? You might be surprised by some of the answers!
Read MoreMailbag: Which Investment Should I Withdraw From?
Whether you are nearing retirement or wanting to buy a new car, taxes are often a big part of the conversation. Thinking through how and when to withdraw from your investments strategically can make all the difference in what taxes you pay afterwards.
Read More401(k) Weaknesses
If you have a 401(k), what are some of the downsides? Eric talks through what a 401(k) is best for and when it is better to invest elsewhere.
Read MoreRetirement Planning: It’s Not As Easy As It Looks
What should you be considering when trying to DIY your retirement plan? Eric talks through why many later decide working with a financial advisor is best.
Read MoreConventional Wisdom
Should you follow conventional wisdom when it comes to your financial decisions? Eric shares when the conventional wisdom might not be best.
Read MoreFinancial Things We Can All Relate To
What are we all facing and wondering about in our financial futures? Eric talks through a few topics you might have had on your mind lately.
Read MoreMailbag: Should I Move my Mom’s Money into Investments?
Where’s the best place for your money to go? Several people are considering where their money should be, so Eric answers three questions from the mailbag for today’s show.
Read MoreBuilding a Plan for the Long Haul
What do you need to get you through the long haul of life? Eric talks us through what this looks like in your financial plan and how to build it with an eye on a distant horizon.
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