Many investors make the mistake of planning retirement based on a lump sum, not their need for income. This is backwards and can lead to uncertainty. Listen as John Kuykendall discusses the importance of income planning & insurance on this week’s episode. 

Memorial Day weekend is when we pay special tribute to those that have fallen and given the ultimate sacrifice in honor and service of this country. Tune in this week as John Kuykendall talks about one of America’s favorite holidays, as well as discussing what you can and cannot control when planning for your retirement.

An annuity is the only type of account that will continue to pay a continued predictable income even after it hits a 0 balance. They eliminate the risk of running out of assets also meaning that you run out of income. In this week’s show John Kuykendall will discuss the value of annuities and TSP’s.

6 KILLERS OF RETIREMENT – In today’s world we all use GPS to know where we are and where we are going. A written income plan is your GPS when it comes to planning for retirement. If you don’t have one you will most likely end up lost and wondering if you will have enough income in retirement. Listen as John Kuykendall discusses the need for a written income plan.

On this week’s episode John Kuykendall will discuss the ongoing roles and responsibility involved with being a continued caretaker for parents and we will also discuss how to provide protections against placing this burden on others.

ARE YOU PREPARED? – Do you hold annual reviews of your plan to assess if you have met previous goals and to set new goals and benchmarks? On this week’s episode John Kuykendall addresses different questions that you should ask yourself when planning for retirement.

The absence of planning is probably the most significant reason why fear is so common when it comes to retirement. Not addressing income planning can lead to a less fulfilling retirement lifestyle. Listen as John Kuykendall discusses the importance of having a written plan for generating retirement income.

YOUR 401(K) & EMPLOYER PLAN – What are the best options to save towards retirement? If a Roth 401(k) is offered, is that an option I should take advantage of? Tune in to learn about your employer retirement savings options and your 401(k) as John Kuykendall discusses what you need to know on Financial Focus.

ROTH CONVERSION OPPORTUNITIES – Are you aware of the advantages of a ROTH IRA? Do you know the difference between contributions & conversions? Tune in to learn more as John Kuykendall discusses tax-deferral & it’s consequences, tax-free income, & Roth IRA’s.