Your home is more than just a roof over your head; it's a treasure trove of memories and emotions. As you consider your estate planning, it's essential to think about how to pass this cherished asset on to your heirs. The Friends Talk Money team dives into the heart of estate planning and explores all your options for your most emotional asset—your home. Whether you want to keep it in the family, sell it, or create a trust, we're here to guide you through those tough decisions.

As more retirees seek to reenter the workforce, it is crucial to know how to position yourself for success in today's competitive job market. In this episode, the Friends Talk Money team shares valuable insights on updating your resume effectively. With years of experience in your industry, focus on maintaining a concise and impactful resume. Highlight your achievements with quantifiable metrics and incorporate relevant keywords to make your resume stand out to potential employers. Listen to learn more!

On the latest episode of Friends Talk Money, the crew sits down with IRA and Tax Guru Ed Slott to dive deep into all things retirement savings.

Expert Brian Gordon explains how a recent law created a clever new way to pay for premiums in case you ever need long-term care.

Taking care of loved one's with special needs can be incredibly overwhelming, especially if you're going at it alone. That's why it's so important to know where to turn for help. Mary Anne Ehlert, founder of Protected Tomorrows, recently joined the Friends Talk Money team to share her personal experience as a caregiver to her own sister with special needs. Mary Anne shed light on the complexities and amount of work required to financially care for someone who cannot earn an income of their own. She also described what motivated her to start Protected Tomorrows and help families to access the vital resources and professional support they need.

The Friends Talk Money team is joined by Alexandra Armstrong, CFP®, CRPC® who is the chairman and founder of Armstrong, Fleming & Moore, Inc. Alex has worked in the investment field for more than 40 years and back in 1977, was the first person to earn the Certified Financial Planner™ certification in Washington, DC. On this episode, Alex discusses her book On Your Own, a widows guide to emotional and financial well-being and offers useful advice to those who are struggling with becoming a widow.

Our next special guest has undeniably made the most significant impact on your retirement savings strategy. In this episode, the Friends Talk Money team sits down with Ted Benna, the father of the 401(k) plan. Ted shares the fascinating story of how he conceived this groundbreaking idea, navigated the IRS approval process, and gives us a glimpse into his current projects.

New Social Security Commissioner Cuts Clawbacks!

There's nothing more painful than losing your job when you're older and not being able to get a new one.

Research says there's a stigma about "older unemployment" - especially when it drags on for more than a year!

Meet Ben who is going through that right now. He remains optimistic, but details the hazards -- even for those in technology -- when a job disappears. Some helpful perspective for you - or someone you might know and love.

The price of prescription drugs can be enormous when you're on Medicare, so in this Friends Talk Money episode, we offer advice on how to pay the least for your medications. With help from expert Diane Archer of JustCareUsa, we discuss when to use your Medicare Part D plan, what to know about prescription discount cards and programs from drug companies and states that can lower your prescription costs.