More retirees than ever are turning to financial advisors for the first time, and they're all circling the same core question: "Am I going to be OK?" In this episode, Mark Elliott and Eric Hogarth from Johnson Brunetti walk through five of the biggest questions retirees bring to the table and show you how the right plan could turn your retirement fears into confidence.

A million dollars sounds like the magic number — the point where you can finally relax and enjoy retirement. But does it actually hold up in 2026? With inflation still running hot and healthcare costs climbing, the honest answer is… it depends. In this episode, Mark Elliott and Eric Hogarth break down what really determines whether $1 million lasts a lifetime — and why many savvy retirees build an income plan, not just an asset plan.

Retirement now feels more expensive than ever, and the latest numbers prove it. Americans say they need $1.46 million to retire comfortably, while nearly half worry they could outlive their savings altogether. In this episode, Mark Elliott and Eric Hogarth break down what this rising “magic number” really means, why so many people feel behind, and how a well written plan can help turn a stressful target into a workable path forward.

Thinking back just 30 years to 1996 is exciting but also provides us a snapshot of what retirement might bring. Eric Hogarth and Mark Elliott go back in Financial Time to 1996, where we check to see what Baby Boomers were doing in their building their wealth years.

Remember when you were working, and you could count on a regular paycheck hitting your bank account every month? For many retirees, that predictable income is replaced by constantly checking portfolio values and worrying about market fluctuations. But retirement doesn't have to feel like a financial rollercoaster. Eric Hogarth and Mark Elliott discuss why having dependable income sources are so important for today's retirees.

Financial Advisor Eric Hogarth and Co-Host Mark Elliott discuss an eye-opening look at why retirees are blindsided by higher taxes, and discover the strategic 'three-bucket' plan that can save you tens of thousands over your lifetime. Don’t just file your taxes—plan them!

More retirees than ever are turning to financial advisors for the first time, and they're all circling the same core question: "Am I going to be OK?" In this episode, Mark Elliott and Eric Hogarth from Johnson Brunetti walk through five of the biggest questions retirees bring to the table and show you how the right plan could turn your retirement fears into confidence.

Thinking back just 30 years to 1996 is exciting but also provides us a snapshot of what retirement might bring. Eric Hogarth and Mark Elliott go back in Financial Time to 1996, where we check to see what Baby Boomers were doing in their building their wealth years

People already find retirement planning overwhelming—and just when they feel like they’ve finally got everything in place and their plan is on track, their financial advisor steps in and says it’s time to rebalance. Suddenly, they’re again faced with having to make decisions they were uncomfortable making in the first place. Financial Advisor Jake Doser and co-host Mark Elliott discuss exactly why rebalancing your portfolio down the road could be beneficial to your retirement goals?

Financial Advisor Eric Hogarth and Co-Host Mark Elliott discuss an eye-opening look at why retirees are blindsided by higher taxes, and discover the strategic 'three-bucket' plan that can save you tens of thousands over your lifetime. Don’t just file your taxes—plan them!