In this episode of "New Focus on Wealth," certified financial planner Chad Burton discusses various topics related to retirement planning and financial security. He starts by paying tribute to Charlie Munger, vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, who recently passed away. Chad then delves into the performance of Berkshire Hathaway over the years and highlights the differences between its A and B shares. He also provides an update on the overall market and discusses the importance of having a dynamic withdrawal strategy in retirement, taking into account factors such as tax planning, healthcare costs, and market cycles. Chad emphasizes the need to track expenses, consider long-term care insurance, and utilize health savings accounts (HSAs) for retirement planning. He concludes by stressing the significance of maintaining good health and staying active in retirement. Listeners are invited to sign up for a webinar on the seven steps for retirement readiness, hosted by Chad and Rob Black.

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[00:01:33] Charlie Munger's passing.

[00:05:24] Value investing performance.

[00:09:41] Layaway and credit card usage.

[00:13:59] Medicare and supplemental insurance.

[00:17:42] Retirement withdrawal strategy.

[00:19:16] Endless travel for $2,500.

[00:24:18] Running Retirement on Fixed Budget.

[00:27:31] Long-term care costs.

[00:30:10] Long-term care insurance policies.

[00:33:33] Health Savings Account benefits.

[00:37:21] A shocking dance floor accident.

[00:41:13] The 4% draw rate.

[00:45:09] The benefits of EP Wealth's software.

[00:47:52] Seven steps to retirement readiness.

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