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Could a counterintuitive tax move today potentially lead to thousands in savings — or an unexpected tax trap tomorrow? In this episode, we discuss: Why some retirees intentionally harvest capital gain...
Choosing the right Social Security strategies can be a $100,000 (or more) question. Find out how to make the most of this benefit with 15 easy tips. The post Social Security Strategies: 15 Tips for Ma...
Jeremy Keil explains the top 3 tax efficient strategies for charitable giving in 2025. Most people give to charity because it’s meaningful to them — not because of the tax break. And that’s the right ...
Here are 16 tips to help you stay financially stable following a divorce after 50. Get the information you need. The post Divorce After 50: How to Be Sure that “Gray Divorce” Doesn’t Ruin Your Retirem...
Stop trying to become an influencer. Here is the simple, low-tech way to build an online asset without performing for an algorithm.
After enactment of the Social Security Reform Act of 1983, Social Security actuaries determined OASDI’s (Social Security’s or the system’s) long-range actuarial balance (LRAB) to be .02%, meaning that...
This week’s mixtape: buried creativity, the return of builders, the midlife pivot and Brett Michaels sweaty t-shirts
Stop trading time for money. Here is how to use AI and Beehiiv to build a digital asset without dancing on TikTok.
With 2025 coming to an end, it’s time for my annual tradition of gathering my favorite investment writing of the year. I started this tradition in 2017, and have continued it ever since (2018, 2019, 2...
Today, I'm thrilled to welcome Fritz Gilbert back for his second appearance on the podcast. Fritz is an award-winning blogger and author of The Retirement Manifesto, one of the most influential retire...
Steve spent more than two decades building video games, working with a team that felt more like family than coworkers. By all measures, he loved his work. But a heart attack in 2021 changed everything...
Retiring at 50 sounds bold, almost unthinkable for most people, but for Kent, it was the only decision that made sense once life, loss, and perspective pushed everything into focus. In this conversati...
Dale Hall of the Society of Actuaries explains how to project your longevity and why informed life expectancy matters for retirement planning.
? Show Notes In this episode, Roger Whitney kicks off a month-long series on year-end planning for retirement. He shares insights on tax loss harvesting, a technique that can help you minimize capital...
Most retirees unknowingly leave thousands of dollars on the table just by filing for Social Security the wrong way. In this episode, Ryan and Tyson Thacker reveal how the right…
Learn how Social Security benefits may apply to spouses, ex-spouses, and surviving partners. Find out if you’re eligible for extra payments and how to claim what you’re owed.
Discover why the biggest barrier to deeper relationships after 50 isn't conflict — it's the certainty we cling to without even realizing it. In this episode, we discuss: Why certainty "hardens" as we ...
Author Beth Pinsker shares her experience overcoming the challenges of financial caregiving based on her book “My Mother’s Money.”
? Show Notes In this Thanksgiving Eve episode, Roger Whitney encourages listeners to carry gratitude into everyday life, emphasizing the value of recognizing specific moments and taking “mental snapsh...
Holiday spending is rising sharply in 2025, with shoppers planning to spend more on gifts and online purchases than last year. This guide shares 8 steps to help you avoid holiday debt, set clear expec...
Retiring with a pension changes everything about your retirement math. Most people think about retirement in terms of net worth—how close they are to a million, two million, or more. But if you have a...
Spend safely in retirement? It sounds promising. Discover how to implement this retirement income strategy developed at Stanford. Read more… The post Want Reliable Retirement Income? Use the Sp...
The risk of poor returns early in retirement could spoil the whole thing - how can you mitigate the sequence of returns trap in retirement?...
? Show Notes In this episode, Roger Whitney dives into the essentials of required minimum distributions, explaining the age thresholds, how the amounts are calculated using IRS life expectancy tables,...
? Show Notes In this episode, Roger Whitney explores the psychology of loss aversion and how it affects financial decision-making. He introduces the new Retirement Toolbox segment, offering practical,...
"What we really want lies underneath what we settle for." Learn how to move from vague financial goals to purpose-driven planning....
After decades of saving/investing, it's hard to immediately switch to spending mode. Here's what worked for me over the last few years! Read more → The post Learning How to Spend Money (While Enj...
While time is running out to make Roth conversions before the end of the taxable year, consider taking your time and developing a long-term strategy....
Transitioning from saving to spending in retirement can be tricky, but devising a strategic plan can help ensure a smooth and worry-free retirement....
Explore some of the issues around the family home and how it works as an inheritance. The post The Pros and Cons of Inheriting a House: Understanding How to Make Good Plans for Your Heirs appeared fir...
As you approach retirement, understanding spousal benefits can empower both you and your partner to make well-informed decisions. The post Spousal Benefits: Learn How to Make the Most of Social Securi...
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....
Answering listener questions about what to know before buying into a practice, how to think about what “net worth” really means, and the important basics on special needs trusts. The post ...
It's time to stop chasing net worth and start chasing real worth. Here's how to craft a plan that supports your well-being today and in the future....
A major reason not to set your retirement plan on autopilot: sequence of returns risk. Here's how to help ensure a bad market won't sink your golden years....
I expect to retire in the next 12-24 months, and I’m looking for advice on how to handle multiple income streams. Like a lot of people, for almost 40 years, nearly all our household income has c...
What can the Disney movie, Finding Nemo, teach us about how to effectively make our way through the world of finance? The post Just Keep Swimming appeared first on The White Coat Investor - Investing ...
? Show Notes In this episode, Roger Whitney explores the psychology of loss aversion and how it affects financial decision-making. He introduces the new Retirement Toolbox segment, offering practical,...
Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA spitball withdrawal strategies, Roth conversion timing, and saving priorities for every stage of life, today on Your Money, Your Wealth® podcast numb...
Here are 10 methods to help your child with their housing costs, along with the pros and cons of each and a ranking of all the options. The post How to Help Your Child Buy a Home appeared first on The...
Everyone's wondering if this is the worst time to retire. With high valuations, stubborn inflation, and constant uncertainty, it's easy to feel uneasy about your timing. In this episode, we look at wh...
Today, I'm speaking with David McKnight. David is a best-selling author, world-renowned tax strategist, and financial educator who challenges some of the most popular (and misleading) retirement gurus...
A single misunderstanding about Social Security spousal benefits can cost couples thousands over retirement. This episode unpacks the real math behind how Social Security treats spouses, ex-spouses, a...
FROM THE ARTICLE. These steps can help protect your savings as rising prices erode retirees’ purchasing power. By Cameron Huddleston, AARP. Published November 04, 2025. Your wallet isn’t t...
24 Tips for How to Get Free Food With No Money...
I recorded a new YouTube video this week about the various benefits of a simplified retirement portfolio and how to get there (I’ll share when it’s live). Most of us — myself certain...
Government 457(b) plans are about to get more complex as new Roth catch-up requirements come into force. Here's how to prepare for the changes....
My wife and I have always been savers. Now in retirement I'm struggling to spend any money beyond the required bills, food, and payments. With our pensions and social security, the basics are way more...
What if the “smart” money choice isn’t the choice that builds your best life? This Root Talks episode starts with a bucket-list moment for James—throwing the first pitch at a P...
Answering listener questions, where we break down the pros and cons of reinvesting dividends automatically vs. manually, explore how to balance the risk of relying on a pension and 457(b), and talk ab...