A Wiser Retirement®

By Wiser Wealth Management

Ready to take control of your financial future? A Wiser Retirement® Podcast breaks down the strategies, insights, and real-world lessons you need to build lasting wealth and retire with conf

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The podcast currently has 354 episodes available.

A Wiser Retirement® episodes:

March 22, 2026 333. What If Social Security Disappeared?
More than 70 million Americans receive Social Security benefits every month. For millions of retirees, disabled workers, and surviving family members, that monthly check is a crucial part of their financial stability. But what would actually happen if Social Security suddenly disappeared? In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, we break down how Social Security works, why it matters so much, and why its disappearance would have massive economic and social consequences.
Related Podcast Episodes:
Ep 109. Common Social Security Questions Answered
Ep 222. When should I claim Social Security if I don’t need it?
Related Financial Education Videos:
How Do You Apply for Social Security?
Claiming Social Security at 62 vs. 67 vs. 70: What’s the Real Difference?
How Much is Social Security Reduced if I Have a Pension?
Learn More:
Founded in 2001, Wiser Wealth Management is a fee-only fiduciary financial planning and wealth management firm helping individuals, families, and business owners make informed financial decisions.
Have questions about your financial plan? Schedule a Complimentary Consultation to discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom. We are local to Atlanta, but can meet with you virtually from wherever you are.
Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, and the tax impact on inheritance, and more!
Stay Connected:
Follow Wiser Wealth Management on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Subscribe to A Wiser Retirement® YouTube Channel for more financial education videos and podcast episodes.

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March 15, 2026 332. The 2026 Housing Market: Trends, Changes, and What to Expect
Housing affects nearly every part of life, whether you rent, own, invest, or you’re just trying to keep up with rising costs. In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, we sit down with Tom Townsend, REALTOR® of Tom Townsend Realty Group to break down the housing trends shaping 2026.
Related Podcast Episodes:
Ep 267. The 2025 Housing Market: Trends, Changes, and What to Expect
Ep 198. Real Estate Market Trends: What to Watch for in 2024 with Tom Townsend
Related Financial Education Videos:
How to Reduce Capital Gains When Selling Real Estate
Should I invest in real estate or stocks?
Other Links:
Tom Townsend Realty Group
Learn More:
Founded in 2001, Wiser Wealth Management is a fee-only fiduciary financial planning and wealth management firm helping individuals, families, and business owners make informed financial decisions.
Have questions about your financial plan? Schedule a Complimentary Consultation to discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom. We are local to Atlanta, but can meet with you virtually from wherever you are.
Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, and the tax impact on inheritance, and more!
Stay Connected:
Follow Wiser Wealth Management on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Subscribe to A Wiser Retirement® YouTube Channel for more financial education videos and podcast episodes.

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March 08, 2026 331. Crypto, Retirement, and Taxes: What’s the Strategy?
Crypto is becoming a bigger part of retirement conversations, but how does it actually fit into a coordinated tax and estate strategy? In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, we break down how to thoughtfully integrate crypto into a diversified retirement plan without derailing your long-term goals.
Related Podcast Episodes:
Ep 326. Why Crypto Still Confuses Investors
Ep 306. Crypto in Your 401(k)? The Future of Retirement Investing
Ep 286. How can I evaluate crypto as a potential investment?
Other Links:
Teton Crypto Capital
Learn More:
Founded in 2001, Wiser Wealth Management is a fee-only fiduciary financial planning and wealth management firm helping individuals, families, and business owners make informed financial decisions.
Have questions about your financial plan? Schedule a Complimentary Consultation to discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom. We are local to Atlanta, but can meet with you virtually from wherever you are.
Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, and the tax impact on inheritance, and more!
Stay Connected:
Follow Wiser Wealth Management on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Subscribe to A Wiser Retirement® YouTube Channel for more financial education videos and podcast episodes.

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March 01, 2026 330. How to Build a Business That Funds Your Life, Not Consumes It
A lot of entrepreneurs start a business for the same reason: freedom. Freedom to set their schedule, choose their clients, and build something meaningful. But for many owners, the reality flips suddenly the business can’t function without them, and the very thing they built to create flexibility becomes the reason they feel trapped. In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, we sit down with Marty Paradise, Certified Business Coach of Paradise Business Coaching to unpack a tough question: If your business can’t run without you, do you truly own a business or does the business own you?
Related Podcast Episodes:
Ep 207. What are the biggest struggles of a small business owner?
Ep 247. Why It’s Crucial to Separate Your Business and Personal Assets
Ep 293. Retirement for Business Owners: Selling Your Business or Passing It On
Related Financial Education Videos:
How do I minimize taxes as a small business owner?
What financial steps should I take before starting a business?
Other Links:
Paradise Business Coaching
Learn More:
Founded in 2001, Wiser Wealth Management is a fee-only fiduciary financial planning and wealth management firm helping individuals, families, and business owners make informed financial decisions.
Have questions about your financial plan? Schedule a Complimentary Consultation to discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom. We are local to Atlanta, but can meet with you virtually from wherever you are.
Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, and the tax impact on inheritance, and more!
Stay Connected:
Follow Wiser Wealth Management on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Subscribe to A Wiser Retirement® YouTube Channel for more financial education videos and podcast episodes.

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February 22, 2026 329. Digital Estate Planning: What Happens to Your Online Life?
In today’s world, much of our financial, personal, and sentimental lives live online. From bank accounts and crypto wallets to photos, emails, and social media profiles, your digital assets don’t disappear when you’re gone. If they’re not planned for, they can create confusion, stress, and even permanent loss for your loved ones. In this episode of the A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, Shawna Theriault, CFP®, CPA, CDFA®, and Estate Planning Attorney Arun Gupta unpack what digital estate planning really means, and how you can take action in under an hour.
Related Podcast Episodes:
Ep 312. Is Crypto Right for You?
Ep 220. Is Bitcoin more than digital gold?
Related Financial Education Videos:
Using an Online Estate Planning Service vs Using a Local Attorney
Does inheritance count as income?
Other Links:
AG Law
Learn More:
Founded in 2001, Wiser Wealth Management is a fee-only fiduciary financial planning and wealth management firm helping individuals, families, and business owners make informed financial decisions.
Have questions about your financial plan? Schedule a Complimentary Consultation to discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom. We are local to Atlanta, but can meet with you virtually from wherever you are.
Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, and the tax impact on inheritance, and more!
Stay Connected:
Follow Wiser Wealth Management on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Subscribe to A Wiser Retirement® YouTube Channel for more financial education videos and podcast episodes.

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February 15, 2026 328. Do Pilot Unions Really Make You Richer? The Economics of Collective Bargaining
Airline pilots love to debate (and sometimes complain about) unions, but do pilot unions actually make pilots “richer”? In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, we break down what unions really change, what they don’t, and why the answer depends on how you define “richer.”
Related Podcast Episodes:
Ep 259. What Pilots (& Others) Should Consider 5 Years Before Mandatory Retirement
Ep 273. How Early Retirement Affects Pilot Benefits
Ep 322. How Airline Pilots Can Make the Most of Their Profit-Sharing Bonus
Related Financial Education Videos:
When Should Pilots File for Social Security?
What Would a Change in FAA Retirement Age Mean for Pilots?
Learn More:
Founded in 2001, Wiser Wealth Management is a fee-only fiduciary financial planning and wealth management firm helping individuals, families, and business owners make informed financial decisions.
Have questions about your financial plan? Schedule a Complimentary Consultation to discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom. We are local to Atlanta, but can meet with you virtually from wherever you are.
Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, and the tax impact on inheritance, and more!
Stay Connected:
Follow Wiser Wealth Management on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Subscribe to A Wiser Retirement® YouTube Channel for more financial education videos and podcast episodes.

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February 08, 2026 327. What Tax Planning Strategies Should You Implement for 2026?
As a new tax year begins, it brings important updates that can significantly impact your retirement and tax strategy. On this episode of the A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, we break down what’s changing in 2026, what’s staying the same, and how to make smarter decisions early in the year, before opportunities slip away.
Related Podcast Episodes:
Ep 86. Important things to Know About Taxes
Ep 262. Optimizing Your Tax Plan for 2025: Key Moves to Make
Ep 308. The Silent Tax: How Inflation Erodes Your Retirement
Related Financial Education Videos:
Second Home Considerations: Tax Implications of Multiple Residences
How do I minimize taxes as a small business owner?
How does the lifetime gift tax exemption work?
Learn More:
Founded in 2001, Wiser Wealth Management is a fee-only fiduciary financial planning and wealth management firm helping individuals, families, and business owners make informed financial decisions.
Have questions about your financial plan? Schedule a Complimentary Consultation to discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom. We are local to Atlanta, but can meet with you virtually from wherever you are.
Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, and the tax impact on inheritance, and more!
Stay Connected:
Follow Wiser Wealth Management on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Subscribe to A Wiser Retirement® YouTube Channel for more financial education videos and podcast episodes.

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February 04, 2026 326. Why Crypto Still Confuses Investors
Crypto continues to be one of the most misunderstood areas of investing. In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, we sit down with Robert Swarthout, Founder and CEO of Teton Crypto Capital, to unpack why crypto still feels confusing, what problems it’s actually trying to solve, and how regulation could shape its future.
Related Podcast Episodes:
Ep 312. Is Crypto Right for You?
Ep 306. Crypto in Your 401(k)? The Future of Retirement Investing
Ep 286. How can I evaluate crypto as a potential investment?
Other Links:
Teton Crypto Capital
Learn More:
Founded in 2001, Wiser Wealth Management is a fee-only fiduciary financial planning and wealth management firm helping individuals, families, and business owners make informed financial decisions.
Have questions about your financial plan? Schedule a Complimentary Consultation to discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom. We are local to Atlanta, but can meet with you virtually from wherever you are.
Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, and the tax impact on inheritance, and more!
Stay Connected:
Follow Wiser Wealth Management on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Subscribe to A Wiser Retirement® YouTube Channel for more financial education videos and podcast episodes.

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February 01, 2026 325. What Are The Biggest Financial Scams Right Now?
If someone called you today claiming your bank account was hacked, would you know exactly how to respond? In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, we dive into the latest financial scams, how they work, and most importantly, how to protect yourself and your loved ones before real damage is done.
Related Podcast Episodes:
95. ESG: Scam or Saving the World?
Related Financial Education Video:
Social Security Workshop Scams
Learn More:
Founded in 2001, Wiser Wealth Management is a fee-only fiduciary financial planning and wealth management firm helping individuals, families, and business owners make informed financial decisions.
Have questions about your financial plan? Schedule a Complimentary Consultation to discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom. We are local to Atlanta, but can meet with you virtually from wherever you are.
Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, and the tax impact on inheritance, and more!
Stay Connected:
Follow Wiser Wealth Management on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Subscribe to A Wiser Retirement® YouTube Channel for more financial education videos and podcast episodes.

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January 25, 2026 324. How Can We Build a Strong Future for Our Special Needs Child?
Families navigating a special needs diagnosis often find themselves overwhelmed, emotional, and unsure where to begin. In this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, Casey Smith sits down with Meaghan Timko, Founder of Parallel and COO of Gradual Behavioral Health, to unpack what thoughtful, proactive planning really looks like for families supporting children with special needs.
Related Podcast Episodes:
Ep 210. How can I set my child up for financial success?
Ep 279. What Should Parents of Children with Disabilities Know About Estate Planning?
Related Financial Education Videos:
Why Every Parent Should Consider a Roth IRA for Their Child
How do I save money for my child's education?
Other Links:
Parallel
Gradual Behavioral Health
Learn More:
Founded in 2001, Wiser Wealth Management is a fee-only fiduciary financial planning and wealth management firm helping individuals, families, and business owners make informed financial decisions.
Have questions about your financial plan? Schedule a Complimentary Consultation to discover how we can help you achieve financial freedom. We are local to Atlanta, but can meet with you virtually from wherever you are.
Access Our Free Guides: Gain valuable insights on building a financial legacy, the importance of a financial advisor for business owners, and the tax impact on inheritance, and more!
Stay Connected:
Follow Wiser Wealth Management on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
Subscribe to A Wiser Retirement® YouTube Channel for more financial education videos and podcast episodes.

This podcast was produced by ...
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How many episodes does A Wiser Retirement® have?

The podcast currently has 354 episodes available.

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