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AI gives you a good baseline. The less you know about a subject, the more AI will help. Use AI for how to apply knowledge to your specific situation. Learn the Nuts and Bolts I put everything I use to...
Review the long term trajectory of the S&P 500, see how long historic recoveries have taken, and learn how to protect your financial security. The post The One Chart to Review Every Time the Markets G...
We asked wealth planners how to protect a nest egg when one spouse is a spendthrift.
Using age to determine your stock-bond mix is the default for retirement investing. But now retirement can last 30 years or more, it's time to rethink the rules.
An interview with podcast/author David Stein, where we talk about how experiencing burnout changed the way he thinks about work, money, and investing, and why many high-income professionals struggle w...
Due to the U.S. and Israel's bombing of Iran, oil prices temporarily shot up to $120 per barrel (WTI crude). If the Strait of Hormuz gets completely shut down, perhaps oil prices might go to $150+ a b...
Jeremy Keil explains 3 smart ways to help your kids with money while avoiding IRS paperwork Early in the year, I received an email from a couple asking a question I hear all the time: “What’s the maxi...
"Carl and Jane" have eight million bucks, and their advisor is suggesting a 130/30 long-short investing strategy. Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA spitball on whether this is a smart tax mov...
Both of my nieces children have everything they need (both sets of parents are very well off). At Christmas, we traditionally give them a small gift (~$25) and a check for $50 each. This year, it was ...
From the widow's penalty to higher health costs, women will encounter a host of money worries over the course of a lifetime. You need a robust financial plan.
More than half of recent retirees say they regret how they saved, and only 2 in 5 feel on track with their original retirement plan. See what the data reveals and how to stress-test your 401(k) strate...
Most people assume the future will look like the recent past. That's called recency bias, and it can quietly wreck a retirement plan. If the market has been strong for years, investors start believing...
Hospital visits are stressful enough. A little preparation can bring you and your family peace of mind.
Today, I'm thrilled to finally welcome my friend, Geoff Woods, to the podcast. Geoff is the founder of AI Leadership and The AI-Driven Leadership Collective, the author of The AI-Driven Leader: Harnes...
Different types offer different levels of potential risk. Here's how to choose wisely, from an annuities pro.
From opening stealth retirement accounts to strategic charitable giving, there are plenty of ways you can cut your taxes every year, and they're perfectly legit.
This retirement planning approach simplifies your decisions, improves your tax efficiency and provides you with peace of mind. This is how it works.
It’s natural to want to share your retirement nest egg with family. Learn how to give generously without putting your own financial security or tax bracket at risk.
Standard homeowners insurance coverage often isn't enough. To be fully protected, homeowners need to consider natural disaster protection. The post Natural Disaster Preparedness — How to Ensure Your H...
Roger Whitney shifts from financial planning to the non-financial pillar of relationships, sharing a live conversation with Harry Reis about how to feel more loved and connected in retirement. Togethe...
The paychecks may stop, but the income shouldn't. Master the art of the "income machine" to fund your dream retirement.
The administrative requirements following a death move quickly. This is how to ensure your loved ones won't be plunged into chaos during a time of distress.
Many people are lonely and isolated. Community and relationships are essential for well-being. But it is a challenge when we get older to find our tribe. Here are some ideas of how to do this.
For Gen X, delaying retirement can be an opportunity to pilot-test your second act, plan for your inheritance and structure trusts for your kids.
With decades of growth ahead, your 40s aren't just for saving. We asked financial advisers how to enjoy your income now without compromising your nest egg.
Separating facts from fiction is an important first step toward building a retirement plan that's grounded in reality and not based on incorrect assumptions.
Talking to heirs about transferring wealth can be overwhelming, but avoiding it now can lead to conflict later. Here's how to start sharing your plans.
In a surprise move, Jack Dorsey, co-founder of Twitter (X) and Block (Square, Cash App), announced a mass layoff affecting about 4,000 employees out of Block’s roughly 10,000 employees. For a company ...
What if the confidence you're searching for in retirement decisions hasn't disappeared, but has simply been drowned out by noise? In this episode, you'll learn: Why retirement decisions feel more emot...
Your spouse wants to remodel your kitchen and several bathrooms in your house. You’ve received a quote for the work for about $100,000. Using a strategic withdrawal approach and a Monte Carlo modeling...
With the new "senior bonus" hitting bank accounts this tax season, your retirement refund may be higher than usual. Here's how to reinvest those funds for a financially efficient 2026.
Even in retirement, some income sources can unexpectedly raise your federal and state tax bills. Here's how to avoid costly surprises.
Legacy planning integrates your values and stories with legal and tax strategies to ensure your influence benefits loved ones and good causes after you're gone.
Roger Whitney wraps up the four-part series on navigating health care before Medicare by introducing a practical decision-making framework using the OODA Loop—observe, orient, decide, act—to help you ...
Test your knowledge of Social Security delayed retirement credits with our quick quiz.
Lessons from ERISA Expert Witness Eric Dyson on how to reduce fiduciary risk and be better prepared if the Department of Labor comes calling.
Jeremy Keil explains the 5 RMD (Required Minimum Distribution) mistakes in Retirement and how to avoid them. A retiree recently called for help. It was their first year taking Required Minimum Distrib...
None of us wants to think we'll need long-term care when we get older, but the odds are roughly even that we will. Which is all the more reason to understand the realities of LTC and how to pay for it...
In the run-up to retirement, your asset allocation needs to match your risk tolerance without eliminating potential for growth. Here's how to find the right mix.
Joe and Big Al spitball two sides of the retirement equation, today on Your Money, Your Wealth® podcast number 570. Daniel in Texas is 40 and worrying about how to support Mom and Dad if their money r...
WHEN: March 23, 2026 12:00 PM-1:00 PM ET. WHERE: Zoom. Register By March 23, 202612:59 PM ET. Retirement planning doesn’t have to be daunting. Collect some tips for determining if you are on track to ...
FROM THE ARTICLE. Upcoming Bismarck and Fargo Events Will Address Varying Retirement Needs and Concerns. By AARP. Published February 20, 2026. In a recent national AARP survey, women 50 and older cite...
Here are some appropriate times to use debt to your advantage in your financial life. The trick is to know when the risks are too great. The post How to Leverage Debt — The Best Ways to Use Debt to Yo...
All that cash you have in tax-deferred accounts could launch you into a higher tax bracket when you start withdrawals. It's time to protect your income.
I have an HSA that , when I was, working, I could control the amount of cash (as opposed to investments) during direct deposit in it by choosing certain amount of max cash. Now that I am retired and n...
Learn the pros and cons of different Roth conversion timing strategies and how to choose the right approach for your retirement plan. The post Timing Roth Conversions: Should You Convert at the Start ...
You know diet and exercise can help you live a long life. Have you also developed the social, emotional and financial habits you need to thrive? The post How to Live a Long Life: 15 Habits of Happy an...
Need advice on how to get into medical school from somebody who once sat on a medical school admissions selection committee? Keep reading. The post How to Get into Medical School appeared first on The...
Happiness expert Monique Rhodes explains why retirement often feels disorienting at first — and how creating a personal retirement roadmap can turn this transition into one of the most fulfilling stag...
Gary Zimmerman of Max® explains how to utilize your cash asset in retirement. Cash is one of the most overlooked assets in retirement. Here’s how retirees can earn thousands more in interest while kee...