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19 Money Lessons From the Great Depression That Still Matter Today
Feb 19 2025
People love to say, “Times are different now.” Sure, technology has advanced, and we’re not waiting in bread lines, but human nature hasn’t changed. Money mistakes today look a...
dadisfire.com
Financial Lessons from a Retirement Income Expert: Tom Hegna (Ep. 9)
Feb 15 2025
Are you making the most of your wealth opportunities, or are common financial myths holding you back? In this episode, Tyson and Ryan Thacker chat with Tom Hegna, a renowned…...
bossretirement.com
Surprising Lessons from People Who Live Without Money (Completely Outside of the Financial System)
Feb 08 2025
It's totally impractical, super challenging and yet living without money is an intriguing concept. Learn a little bit more about an alternative way of life. The post Surprising Lessons from People Who...
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15 Money Lessons from Joel Osteen (Even If You Aren’t Religious)
Feb 05 2025
My mom passed away over five years ago, and the last time I went to church service with her, I took her to see Joel Osteen. That moment stuck with me, not because of the church itself, but because of ...
dadisfire.com
Ep 407: What I’ve Learned Throughout My Career- Farewell Episode
Feb 04 2025
In this episode, Nancy shares some of the things she has learned throughout her 30 years of working in the field of retirement planning. As she heads into retirement herself, she reflects on her exper...
mysmartretirement.flemingfinancialservices.com
Ep 353: The All-Star Retirement Playbook
Feb 04 2025
What does a soccer game have in common with retirement planning? On today’s episode, we are going to break down the retirement playbook and what lessons we can learn from retirement’s All-...
mysmartretirement.flemingfinancialservices.com
21 Lessons a CFA (That Retired Young) Learned That Dave Ramsey Didn’t Teach
Jan 24 2025
For what it’s worth, I retired at 42. With over two decades in financial services, a CFA designation, and a mix of real estate and investment strategies, I reached financial independence without...
dadisfire.com
What (Not) to Do If You’re Sued — Lessons from an Expert Witness
Jan 21 2025
The risk of being sued is the elephant in the room during every clinical encounter with patients. Here's what to do if it happens. The post What (Not) to Do If You’re Sued — Lessons from a...
whitecoatinvestor.com
6 Years of Early Retirement: What I’ve Learned About Life, Money, and Happiness
Dec 31 2024
Today is the anniversary of my last day of work six years ago. At the end of the workday on December 31, 2018, I became free in a sense. That was the day my early retirement began. If you’ve dre...
routetoretire.com
Four Lessons for a Happy, Successful and Wealthy Retirement
Dec 25 2024
Christine Benz, Morningstar director of personal finance and retirement planning, explains the key lessons from her book on retiring successfully....
kiplinger.com
Employees Reflect on Financial Wellbeing this Holiday Season
Dec 18 2024
Older workers share key financial lessons like saving for retirement earlier, maximizing…...
401kspecialistmag.com
7 Invaluable Lessons From Today’s Retirees!
Dec 17 2024
Are you recently retired or hoping to retire soon? What could you learn from the people who retired successfully before you? What were their best decisions? And what were their…...
bossretirement.com
Three 'Yellowstone' Estate Planning Lessons
Dec 15 2024
We can learn a lot from John Dutton's estate planning mistakes. Here are just a few that relate to families in general and family businesses in particular....
kiplinger.com
Special Bonds: What Barbara Learned on a Trip with Her Granddaughter
Dec 03 2024
In this heartfelt episode of the "Rock Your Retirement" podcast, Kathe and Barbara discuss a cherished tradition they each hold dear: taking their grandchildren or nieces and nephews on special trips....
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Lessons From My Financial Independence Journey
Dec 02 2024
Over the past few months, I’ve been having different members of the Abundo Wealth team contribute regular blog posts. They’ve focused on different technical topics we encounter with client...
caniretireyet.com
Financial Lessons From Strange Phobias
Nov 14 2024
Do you or any people you know have phobias? Well, on this episode we look to have a little fun in drawing some financial analogies from some of the worlds strangest phobias and discuss potential lesso...
retirementroadmappodcast.podbean.com
Don’t Invest in ‘Too Good to Be True’ — Lessons Learned from an Alleged Ponzi Scheme
Oct 30 2024
If you think an investment is too good to be true (or that it might be a Ponzi scheme), here's how you can avoid making a big money mistake. The post Don’t Invest in ‘Too Good to Be True&r...
whitecoatinvestor.com
What I’ve Learned Writing 400 Articles About Retirement
Oct 29 2024
On April 12, 2015, I published my first post. In the nine years since I’ve kept writing… and writing…and writing. I’ve published 428 articles about retirement (see my Archive...
theretirementmanifesto.com
What I Learned From 4 Years of Infertility
Oct 29 2024
Life is weird sometimes. We spend the first half of our lives trying not to get pregnant, and the 2nd half trying to get pregnant. And that’s how I found myself injecting strange chemicals into ...
millennial-revolution.com
Golden parachute results: positive feedback and lessons learned
Oct 24 2024
Six months ago, I posted about my fears and elation about getting the offer of one year's salary upon voluntary relinquishment of tenure and immediate retirement (see here: https://www.reddit.com/r/re...
reddit.com
A Dad’s Eye-Opening Conversation About Compliments: What I Learned About Raising Daughters
Oct 19 2024
I had an unexpected but enlightening conversation with a close friend the other day, and it made me rethink how I’m raising my twin daughters. I’ve always thought of compliments as a way t...
dadisfire.com
4 Lessons from the 2024 Bogleheads Conference
Oct 14 2024
I recently attended the 2024 Bogleheads Conference. This was my second time attending. You may not be familiar with the Bogleheads. In my write-up of the 2022 conference, I explain what a Boglehead is...
caniretireyet.com
Bouncing Back From Financial Setbacks
Oct 12 2024
Have you ever experienced a financial setback? On this episode, we delve into this topic and provide a variety of questions to help learn lessons and a process designed to help recover Glenn is availa...
retirementroadmappodcast.podbean.com
Shhhh: Hush Noise (It’s Different than Bias) for Better Financial Decision Making
Oct 04 2024
Lessons from Nobel Prize winner Daniel Kahneman's book "Noise" can help you make better financial decisions. Find out how. The post Shhhh: Hush Noise (It’s Different than Bias) for Better Financ...
boldin.com
Avoiding Regrets In Retirement
Sep 27 2024
It's truly wise to learn from the mistakes of others. On this episode we discuss potential lessons that could be learned by understanding the regrets of other retirees. Glenn is available for in perso...
retirementroadmappodcast.podbean.com
The Curious Inability To Spend Money On Yourself
Sep 25 2024
Recently, I hit a major milestone in my journey to overcome what I like to call “frugality disease.” I spent $160 for an hour of private lessons for my two kids. In the past, I would&rsquo...
financialsamurai.com
Learned Helplessness: Is it Impacting Your Wealth? See How to Do (and Feel) Better
Sep 13 2024
Learned helplessness can sneak up on you and impact your ability to make the good financial decisions. Learn how to spot and overcome it. The post Learned Helplessness: Is it Impacting Your Wealth? Se...
boldin.com
Reflecting on the Historical and Financial Lessons of 9/11
Sep 12 2024
On the morning of September 11, 2001, I was driving on Southwest Trafficway, heading to my office on the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City. When I walked inside the world had changed. My colleagues we...
keenonretirement.libsyn.com
What my dad is teaching me about retirement
Sep 10 2024
I'm in my mid-50s. My dad is in his early 80s. My mom passed away several years ago and my brother last year, so it's just me and my dad now. What have I learned? There's early retirement and later re...
reddit.com
Lessons from Mike and Judy’s Investment Experience
Sep 04 2024
Every one of us has a different tolerance for risk. We even have different risk tolerances at different points in our lives. In this episode, we’ll learn about Mike and Judy’s comfort leve...
share.transistor.fm
Valuable Lessons from My Eighth Year of Freedom
Sep 04 2024
It's been eight years since I left my full-time job, and here's what I learned from the last three years of post-FI life! Read more → The post Valuable Lessons from My Eighth Year of Freedom appe...
madfientist.com
Life Lessons: What To Teach Your Kid Or Anyone
Aug 26 2024
When my wife was pregnant with our first child, I put a lot of thought into what life lessons to teach our kid. I was in my late 30s and stewing over how old I would be as they grew up. I kept thinkin...
dadisfire.com
Our 5-Year Update After Starting a Medical Practice
Aug 25 2024
It's been five years since we opened our plastic surgery practice. Here are all the lessons we've learned in the past half-decade. The post Our 5-Year Update After Starting a Medical Practice appeared...
whitecoatinvestor.com
Partial Retirement and Making That Happen
Aug 17 2024
I am currently 60 (F). I work full-time and based on information that I have learned in the past few months it is likely that my job/role will be ending by the end of December 2025. At that point I wi...
reddit.com
Longevity Lessons From A 91-Year-Old
Aug 16 2024
None of us want to end up rolling down a nursing home hallway in a wheelchair, right? If that’s how you feel, it raises a question… What are you doing […] The post Longevity Lesson...
theretirementmanifesto.com
Save, Grow, Value: Lessons for Children’s Financial Literacy
Aug 15 2024
I immigrated to the United States when I was six years old. For the first three years of my American ... Read more...
physicianonfire.com
The Burden Of The Only Child With A A Distant Aging Parent
Aug 14 2024
It can be very hard to manage an aging parent at a distance when the elder's problems fall on only one person. Learn from one who learned how to do it....
forbes.com
Seven Lessons for New Retirees
Aug 10 2024
The former editor of Kiplinger Personal Finance shares key financial takeaways from his first year of retirement....
kiplinger.com
Summer Travels: Applying Lessons from Die With Zero
Jul 23 2024
Sometimes books, movies, songs, and other art forms are instant classics that resonate with people. Other times, things resonate for different reasons. They catch your attention at a time and place th...
caniretireyet.com
6 Lessons From 6 Years of Retirement
Jul 20 2024
I officially retired 6 years ago, on July 5, 2018. Before I retired, I was curious about what life would REALLY be like in retirement. Now…I know. I started The Retirement Reality Series to sha...
theretirementmanifesto.com
Why I Stopped Chasing Bank and Brokerage Bonuses
Jul 10 2024
I met the blogger Frugal Professor last week when he traveled to my area for a family gathering. I learned from his blog post that he earned over $5,000 tax-free by transferring a Roth IRA to Robinhoo...
thefinancebuff.com
Lessons from Mike and Judy’s Investment Experience
Jun 26 2024
Every one of us has a different tolerance for risk. We even have different risk tolerances at different points in our lives. In this episode, we’ll learn about Mike and Judy’s comfort leve...
rogerwhitney.libsyn.com
The Algebra of Wealth: 10 Lessons from Scott Galloway’s New Book
Jun 14 2024
Scott Galloway is a professor of marketing at NYU Stern School of Business and a prominent public speaker, author, and entrepreneur. He is known for his insights on technology, business, and societal ...
newretirement.com
Apple TV+'s 'Loot' Offers Five Lessons for Inheriting Wealth
Jun 02 2024
Season two just ended, and main character Molly (played by Maya Rudolph) has shown us multiple ways that new heirs should and should not be like her....
kiplinger.com
Estate Planning Lessons from the Rockefellers and Vanderbilts
May 14 2024
Are there lessons we should learn from the comparison of the Rockefellers and the Vanderbilts? In this episode, we look at the contrasting estate planning tactics of two of America's wealthiest dynast...
sites.libsyn.com
4 Lessons For Anyone From The FIRE Movement
May 13 2024
Incorporating these FIRE practices into your daily living can enrich your life and put you on the path to rocking retirement (at any age!)....
forbes.com
10 Lessons I Learned from Star Wars About Retirement
May 05 2024
“May the Fourth be with you.” – Physician On Fire A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away…when ... Read more...
physicianonfire.com
After a Car Accident: Money Lessons From My Crash
Apr 25 2024
Car accidents can be devastating both physically and financially. Beyond the immediate trauma, they often leave lasting financial implications. In the aftermath of a car crash, many people find themse...
thinksaveretire.com
Key Investor Lessons From The New Department Of Labor Fiduciary Rule
Apr 24 2024
The new DOL rule expands the definition of investment advice under ERISA. It is designed to provide additional protections to investor retirement accounts....
forbes.com
Seven Key Lessons After 3 Years in Retirement
Apr 20 2024
In two months, I will hit my 3-year mark of retirement. I officially retired at the age of sixty-onein the ... Read more...
physicianonfire.com
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There are several important lessons to keep in mind when planning for retirement:
Start saving early: The earlier you start saving for retirement, the more time your money has to grow and the less you will need to save overall.
Make a plan: It is important to have a clear idea of your retirement goals and how much you need to save in order to achieve them. This can help you make informed decisions about how much to save and where to invest your money.
Diversify your investments: Spread your investments across a variety of asset classes in order to minimize risk and maximize returns.
Consider your sources of income: In addition to savings, consider other sources of income that may be available to you during retirement, such as Social Security, occupational pensions, or rental property.
Be prepared for unexpected expenses: It is important to have an emergency fund in place in case of unexpected expenses during retirement.
Stay healthy: Maintaining good physical and mental health during retirement can help you enjoy your later years and reduce the risk of unexpected medical expenses.
Stay engaged: Retirement does not mean the end of your personal and professional growth. Consider finding ways to stay engaged and continue learning new things in order to keep your mind active and fulfilled.