As record numbers of Americans turn 65 in 2026, healthcare and retirement income planning become critical focus areas for financial advisors. In this episode of Accumulation to Activation, Mike McGlothlin and Tim Ash take a deep dive into healthcare planning in retirement and how advisors can help clients navigate Medicare decisions, rising healthcare costs, and long‑term care risks over time.

The discussion explores how healthcare conversations evolve at age 65, 75, and 85, the importance of reducing stress through coordinated care strategies, and how guaranteed income planning can support long‑term retirement outcomes. Mike and Tim also share insights on annuity performance reviews, protected versus unprotected AUM, and how freeing up assets can improve both client outcomes and practice value.

Designed for advisors seeking practical, educational strategies, this episode highlights ways to better serve pre‑retirees and retirees while planning for healthcare, longevity, and income sustainability in an increasingly complex retirement landscape.

2026 brings a surge of Americans turning 65, creating new challenges for financial advisors. In this episode, Mike McGlothlin and Tim Ash share actionable strategies to help clients transition from employment to enjoyment. Learn how to manage inflation risk, optimize Social Security, and build sustainable income plans. Plus, insights on healthcare costs, fixed-income risk, and leveraging annuities for guaranteed income. Tune in for practical ideas to strengthen retirement planning conversations and deliver lasting value.

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Higher interest rates have unlocked the powerful strategy of annuity arbitrage — leveraging today’s rate environment to boost guaranteed income, reduce insurance costs, and create tax-efficient legacies. Learn how clients can “refinance” annuities, turn qualified assets into a personalized Roth-like solution, and take control of wealth transfer for future generations.

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Qualified Longevity Annuity Contracts (QLACs) remain one of the most underutilized tools in retirement planning. Hosts Mike McGlothlin and Tim Ash break down the new $210,000 limit, why removing the 25% cap matters for client strategies, and how QLACs can help defer RMDs, reduce taxes, and protect against longevity risk. Listen now to learn how to turn recent legislative updates from the Secure Act 2.0 into tax-friendly solutions for your clients.

Living longer sounds great — until clients face the financial and emotional realities that come with it. In this episode of From Accumulation to Activation, Tim and Mike unpack the risks of outliving your income, skyrocketing healthcare costs and the critical role of guaranteed lifetime income. They share practical strategies for advisors to help clients plan for retirement with confidence, including conversations around Medicare, long-term care and care coordination. If you want to future-proof your retirement planning approach, this episode is a must-listen.

Can your clients turn their 401(k) into a pension-like asset? In this episode, Mike and Tim unpack the concept of ‘pensionizing’ using an annuity, explore QLAC strategies and share how advisors can help clients create guaranteed lifetime income while managing longevity and tax risks in retirement.

Explore how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act reshapes estate and tax planning. Learn what's new, such as clarity on estate tax exemptions, and what remained in place, including retirement contribution limits and RMD rules. Mike McGlothlin and Tim Ash share insights on wealth planning, income tax implications for inherited accounts and techniques like annuity arbitrage that could improve outcomes.

What really happens to your clients’ qualified money? In this kickoff episode of From Accumulation to Activation, Mike McGlothlin and Tim Ash reveal the four possible outcomes for retirement assets—and why taxes, longevity, and guaranteed income strategies matter more than ever. Learn how to move clients from employment to enjoyment with confidence.

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