There are several common mistakes that people make when planning for retirement:
Not starting to save early enough: It is important to start saving for retirement as early as possible, as this allows more time for compound interest to work in your favor.
Not saving enough: Many people do not save enough for retirement, which can lead to financial strain later on. It is important to set aside a sufficient amount of money for retirement in order to maintain your desired lifestyle.
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One of the issues we frugal people despise is going through buyer’s remorse. We don't want to feel stupid or ripped off, so we tend to buy fewer things and experiences. Minimalism and early retirement...
Jeremy Keil walks through three critical questions future retirees can answer before their paycheck stops Most people spend decades preparing for retirement by focusing on one number: How much have I ...
Today on Your Money, Your Wealth® podcast number 580, Joe Anderson, CFP®, and Big Al Clopine, CPA, are spitballing for some folks who've done the work, hit the numbers, but aren’t sure if they can rea...
If you're an investor, you're going to make mistakes. But if you can recognize them before they start festering, you'll be in a good spot. The post 13 Common Investing Mistakes Wealthy People Make (Ho...
From holding too much cash to failing to factor in taxes, these investment behaviors can hurt more in retirement, when you've less time to recover from mistakes.
Answering listener questions about comparing REITs and syndications, how to spot red flags in private deals before you commit your money, and how to avoid PMI when buying a home. The post Real Estate ...
Many plans focus on how much has been saved, but it's how much you spend that ultimately determines whether your plan works.
Chris Orestis, founder & president of Retirement Genius, explains how to make more informed Social Security decisions. Social Security is one of the most important decisions in retirement. And yet, ma...
401(k) mistakes aren’t just about saving too little – they’re also about poor planning. Common issues like tax-heavy accounts, lack of diversification, and early withdrawals can reduce your retirement...
An interview with FPL's Amanda Harrell, where we talk through how to handle a 401(k) rollover without blowing up your Backdoor Roth IRA, whether direct indexing is really worth it, and what to think a...
Let’s examine a few cases of people who had tons and tons of money and then lost it all and see what we can learn from their mistakes. The post How Mega-Rich People Lose All of Their Money — and How Y...
Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage, Social Security timing, and the enrollment mistakes that follow you permanently. The post Social Security and Medicare Decisions That Can Cost You for Life ap...
High-income physicians are among the most educated professionals in the country. They’re also, statistically, among the most consistent overpayers of ... Read more
From "tax traps" to "safety deposit box blunders," discover the 10 most common mistakes people make when planning their estate.
Many retirement shortfalls aren’t caused by market crashes, but by everyday mistakes. These small decisions can quietly cost you years. Here are 12 common mistakes that can delay retirement and what t...
We inherit many traits from our parents, but these retirement mistakes don’t have to be among them. Gen Xers and Millennials can thrive in retirement.
Here are some of the most common misperceptions about what you need to be financially comfortable in your later years.
Friday the 13th is considered an unlucky day — this year has three. We asked advisors to share their scariest stories of client mistakes.
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...
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...
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.
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...
As a semi-retired physician, here's how I handled a huge bull run and the tariff fears in 2025. I definitely made some investing mistakes. The post What’s Your ‘Sleep Well’ Number? Lessons from a Mark...
Whether you’re months away from your 65th birthday or you're planning to work past retirement age, this guide will walk you through the exact steps to secure your coverage, avoid costly mistakes and e...
Retiring after age 65 changes the math and the priorities. You have fewer high-energy years, shorter tax planning windows, and RMDs much closer than most people realize. But you also often have higher...
If you are worried about older family members or friends whose financial judgment is raising red flags, help is out there — from an elder law attorney.
YMYW friends, welcome to 2026. What actually mattered most to you in 2025? It turns out to be tax-free gains on investments, retirement timing, and claiming Social Security. Today on Your Money, Your ...
In this Christmas Eve episode, Roger Whitney explores the basics of charitable giving as part of an intentional retirement plan, with a timely focus on year-end decisions. He explains how charitable d...
Families need to prepare heirs through communication and financial know-how, or all that money could end up causing confusion, conflict and costly mistakes....
Learn key factors to consider before filing for Social Security. Understand timing, earnings limits, and how to maximize lifelong benefits for you and your spouse....
Use the Mulligan Rule to undo these seven costly retirement errors. While you can’t go back in time, some retirement choices allow for a “correction shot.”...
Few people properly plan for the decumulation stage of their retirement. A few missteps can derail one’s finances or disrupt their life....
In the final installment of our 3-part estate planning series, we dive into one of the most overlooked—but critically important—aspects of planning: protecting your heirs' inheritance. It'...
In this episode, we shine the light on common estate planning mistakes that can derail even the best intentions. We discuss the risks of failing to update beneficiary designations and why relying sole...
In this episode, Brian asks some great questions about using Net Unrealized Appreciation (NUA) for company stock inside a 401(k). We dive into the rules, timing, and strategies that could lead to majo...
Today kicks off a brand-new series on estate planning. Estate planning is one of those things everyone knows they should do—but far too many people put it off, sometimes until it's too late. And...
Older people are full of wisdom. So, you should listen to them when they talk about their regrets and then try to avoid those mistakes. The post The 4 Biggest Regrets of the Elderly appeared first on ...
Many retirees think they have a plan when what they really have is an investment pitch dressed up as planning. This episode uncovers why that illusion is dangerous, the costly mistakes it hides, and h...
Winning the lottery may be rare, but estate tax mistakes aren't. In this episode, we use the recent $1.8 billion Powerball jackpot to highlight how generational wealth can be eroded by estate taxes an...
You've done the hard work. You saved consistently, built a seven-figure portfolio, and are ready to enjoy retirement. But even millionaire retirees can make mistakes that put their plans at risk. In t...
Financial mistakes can be costly at any age, however mistakes made in your 60's can be even more costly given there is less time to recover then in your younger years. In this episode we highlight 5 s...
You can learn a thing or two from the retirees who went before you....
Want to maximize your Social Security check? Learn the 10 most common Social Security filing errors and the steps you need to take to boost your guaranteed retirement income....
Imagine if you had the opportunity to sit down with the people who have retired successfully before you and learn from their hard-fought lessons. What were their biggest mistakes? And…...
How many of these 29 retirement planning mistakes are you making? Almost everyone fails at #4, #8, and #26. See how to fix your errors. The post The 29 Biggest Retirement Planning Mistakes and 29 Easy...
Think your tax bill disappears in retirement? Think again. It may drop for a few quiet years, until RMDs, Social Security taxation, and Medicare IRMAA kick in. That “low-tax retirement” dr...
Annuities can offer financial stability that can be quite freeing for retirees. Don't let a few myths spoil what might be a good thing for you....
There are 5 myths about filing for Social Security…that could cost you a small fortune! We set the record straight, on a special edition of Retirement Solutions Radio, “5 Big…...
Don't pay more tax on your investments than you need to. You can keep more money in your pocket (or for retirement) by avoiding these three common mistakes....