Mastering Emotions in Investing: Strategies to Navigate Market Volatility and Uncover Hidden Fees
Explore practical strategies to safeguard your retirement savings, including the importance of playing defense in high-market conditions and uncovering hidden fees that may erode your portfolio's value over time. Gain valuable tips on optimizing your investment strategy and understanding the true i…
Maximizing Retirement Savings: Debunking the 4% Rule & Tax Strategies like Jeff Bezos
In today's episode, Kevin dissects the infamous 4% rule and its applicability to diverse financial situations. While the rule provides a framework, Kevin emphasizes the need for personalized strategies tailored to individual circumstances, considering market dynamics and investment aggressiveness. …
Avoiding Market Noise & Maximizing Annuity Benefits
Kevin debunks the myth of trading on financial news and explores the wisdom of long-term investment planning. Drawing insights from Jordan Belfort's views on market unpredictability, Kevin emphasizes the importance of a diversified portfolio and strategic risk management. Then, Kevin delves into t…
Unlocking IBM's New 401K Strategy: Creating Guaranteed Income for Retirement
In this episode we delve into IBM's innovative approach to 401Ks and the challenges of securing reliable income streams in retirement. Morningstar's John Rickenbaugh breaks down IBM's groundbreaking retirement benefit account, offering insights into its guaranteed rate of return and how it differs …
Maximizing Retirement: Financial Planning and Optimizing 401K Investments
With a staggering number of retirees facing unexpected challenges, Kevin sheds light on the importance of having a solid financial plan in place. Discover why merely hoping for a smooth transition into retirement isn't enough and why a proactive approach is necessary. Furthermore, explore the real…
Emotional Finance Decisions & Babe Ruth's Annuity: Lessons for Retirement Planning
In this episode, Kevin also draws parallels between baseball legend Babe Ruth's savvy financial move of purchasing an annuity before the Great Depression and the importance of guaranteed income streams in retirement planning today. Gain valuable insights into annuities as a potential solution for s…
Taking Control of Your Retirement Portfolio: When to Hit the Brakes
Join Kevin and Jess as they discuss the parallels between automated driving technologies and the tendency to put retirement funds on autopilot. With the market's volatility in mind, they explore the importance of reevaluating investment strategies and adjusting risk levels as one approaches retirem…
Optimizing Your Retirement Portfolio: Active Management Strategies & Navigating the 4% Rule Withdrawal Rate
In this episode, discover insights from investment giants like Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan, indicating the need for active management in 2024. The conversation explores the challenges of relying solely on market returns and the potential pitfalls of the 4% rule withdrawal rate. For a personalized …
Strategies for Financial Success: Navigating Trump Tax Cuts and Building Multiple Income Streams for Retirement
In this episode we discuss the implications of the Trump tax cuts set to expire next year and the potential impact on individual tax rates, standard deductions, and estate tax exemptions. Kevin also discusses proactive tax strategies, including the conversion of IRAs to Roths, to safeguard your wea…
Maintain My Living and Play: Busting Retirement Myths and Inflation Facts
Is the rising cost of living eating away at your retirement dreams? You're not alone. In this episode Kevin tackles the burning question: can you maintain your standard of living in retirement with inflation soaring? Uncover the truth behind common retirement myths: Myth: Social Security is enough…