The moral of the story is "The Rich Don't Pay Taxes" like everyone else because they work with teams like mine.

Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased taxes, America is now in a retirement income crisis. Kraig Strom, the host of Personal Pension Radio, is focused on helping you pack your bags for both halves of the retirement journey.  Kraig's mission is help you build & protect your wealth and lifestyle today and generationally. Along the way, Kraig is ready to assist with all matters related to your financial wellbeing as well as your business and family legal needs. 

Optimizing Retirement income and protecting your legacy does not happen with a product. You must have an integrated approach.

DISCLOSURE:  KRAIG IS THE INCOME ENGINEER BUT HE IS NOT AN ATTORNEY OR A CPA. KRAIG STROM IS A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER PROFESSIONAL AND A PARALEGAL. PLEASE DO NOT CONSIDER THINGS ON THIS SHOW AS ADVICE. PLEASE SPEAK WITH A QUALIFIED CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER OR LEGAL PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY FINANCIAL or LEGAL DECISIONS.

Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased taxes, America is now in a retirement income crisis. Kraig Strom, the host of Personal Pension Radio, is focused on helping you pack your bags for both halves of the retirement journey.  Kraig's mission is help you build & protect your wealth and lifestyle today and generationally. Along the way, Kraig is ready to assist with all matters related to your financial wellbeing as well as your business and family legal needs. 

Optimizing Retirement income and protecting your legacy does not happen with a product. You must have an integrated approach.

DISCLOSURE:  KRAIG IS THE INCOME ENGINEER BUT HE IS NOT AN ATTORNEY OR A CPA. KRAIG STROM IS A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER PROFESSIONAL AND A PARALEGAL. PLEASE DO NOT CONSIDER THINGS ON THIS SHOW AS ADVICE. PLEASE SPEAK WITH A QUALIFIED CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER OR LEGAL PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY FINANCIAL or LEGAL DECISIONS.

If you have not noticed, we have a new resident at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave in DC and he is burning through executive order ink faster than anyone in history. Politics aside, now is the time to schedule a strategy session with the team at Barth Calderon. All we know for sure is that big changes are coming and the future favors those who are prepared.

Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased taxes, America is now in a retirement income crisis. Kraig Strom, the host of Personal Pension Radio, is focused on helping you pack your bags for both halves of the retirement journey.  Kraig's mission is help you build & protect your wealth and lifestyle today and generationally. Along the way, Kraig is ready to assist with all matters related to your financial wellbeing as well as your business and family legal needs. 

Optimizing Retirement income and protecting your legacy does not happen with a product. You must have an integrated approach.

DISCLOSURE:  KRAIG IS THE INCOME ENGINEER BUT HE IS NOT AN ATTORNEY OR A CPA. KRAIG STROM IS A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER PROFESSIONAL AND A PARALEGAL. PLEASE DO NOT CONSIDER THINGS ON THIS SHOW AS ADVICE. PLEASE SPEAK WITH A QUALIFIED CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER OR LEGAL PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY FINANCIAL or LEGAL DECISIONS.

I find it ironic that certain people like to brag about their investment prowess or boast about their success in business at the same time they make horrible financial decisions with how they spend their money.

Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased taxes, America is now in a retirement income crisis. Kraig Strom, the host of Personal Pension Radio, is focused on helping you pack your bags for both halves of the retirement journey.  Kraig's mission is help you build & protect your wealth and lifestyle today and generationally. Along the way, Kraig is ready to assist with all matters related to your financial wellbeing as well as your business and family legal needs. 

Optimizing Retirement income and protecting your legacy does not happen with a product. You must have an integrated approach.

DISCLOSURE:  KRAIG IS THE INCOME ENGINEER BUT HE IS NOT AN ATTORNEY OR A CPA. KRAIG STROM IS A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER PROFESSIONAL AND A PARALEGAL. PLEASE DO NOT CONSIDER THINGS ON THIS SHOW AS ADVICE. PLEASE SPEAK WITH A QUALIFIED CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER OR LEGAL PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY FINANCIAL or LEGAL DECISIONS.

How many times do I need to say this before I stop getting the same terrible phone call? COME ON MAN!

Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased taxes, America is now in a retirement income crisis. Kraig Strom, the host of Personal Pension Radio, is focused on helping you pack your bags for both halves of the retirement journey.  Kraig's mission is help you build & protect your wealth and lifestyle today and generationally. Along the way, Kraig is ready to assist with all matters related to your financial wellbeing as well as your business and family legal needs. 

Optimizing Retirement income and protecting your legacy does not happen with a product. You must have an integrated approach.

DISCLOSURE:  KRAIG IS THE INCOME ENGINEER BUT HE IS NOT AN ATTORNEY OR A CPA. KRAIG STROM IS A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER PROFESSIONAL AND A PARALEGAL. PLEASE DO NOT CONSIDER THINGS ON THIS SHOW AS ADVICE. PLEASE SPEAK WITH A QUALIFIED CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER OR LEGAL PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY FINANCIAL or LEGAL DECISIONS.

The father of the 4% Rule emerges from his golf course retirement home to say he was wrong. For years, Wall Street has told us that the 4% rule for retirement income planning is gospel. Of course, we know that the 4% rule has not worked out too well in recent years. Now we hear from the creator and he admits his error but it's not what you think.

Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased taxes, America is now in a retirement income crisis. Kraig Strom, the host of Personal Pension Radio, is focused on helping you pack your bags for both halves of the retirement journey.  Kraig's mission is help you build & protect your wealth and lifestyle today and generationally. Along the way, Kraig is ready to assist with all matters related to your financial wellbeing as well as your business and family legal needs. 

Optimizing Retirement income and protecting your legacy does not happen with a product. You must have an integrated approach.

DISCLOSURE:  KRAIG IS THE INCOME ENGINEER BUT HE IS NOT AN ATTORNEY OR A CPA. KRAIG STROM IS A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER PROFESSIONAL AND A PARALEGAL. PLEASE DO NOT CONSIDER THINGS ON THIS SHOW AS ADVICE. PLEASE SPEAK WITH A QUALIFIED CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER OR LEGAL PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY FINANCIAL or LEGAL DECISIONS.

What is the the only thing more costly then buying and maintaining a private boat?

Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased taxes, America is now in a retirement income crisis. Kraig Strom, the host of Personal Pension Radio, is focused on helping you pack your bags for both halves of the retirement journey.  Kraig's mission is help you build & protect your wealth and lifestyle today and generationally. Along the way, Kraig is ready to assist with all matters related to your financial wellbeing as well as your business and family legal needs. 

Optimizing Retirement income and protecting your legacy does not happen with a product. You must have an integrated approach.

DISCLOSURE:  KRAIG IS THE INCOME ENGINEER BUT HE IS NOT AN ATTORNEY OR A CPA. KRAIG STROM IS A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER PROFESSIONAL AND A PARALEGAL. PLEASE DO NOT CONSIDER THINGS ON THIS SHOW AS ADVICE. PLEASE SPEAK WITH A QUALIFIED CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER OR LEGAL PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY FINANCIAL or LEGAL DECISIONS.

Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased taxes, America is now in a retirement income crisis. Kraig Strom, the host of Personal Pension Radio, is focused on helping you pack your bags for both halves of the retirement journey.  Kraig's mission is help you build & protect your wealth and lifestyle today and generationally. Along the way, Kraig is ready to assist with all matters related to your financial wellbeing as well as your business and family legal needs. 

Optimizing Retirement income and protecting your legacy does not happen with a product. You must have an integrated approach.

DISCLOSURE:  KRAIG IS THE INCOME ENGINEER BUT HE IS NOT AN ATTORNEY OR A CPA. KRAIG STROM IS A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER PROFESSIONAL AND A PARALEGAL. PLEASE DO NOT CONSIDER THINGS ON THIS SHOW AS ADVICE. PLEASE SPEAK WITH A QUALIFIED CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER OR LEGAL PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY FINANCIAL or LEGAL DECISIONS.

Listener Ralph asked whether it is financially smart for him to consider buying a home at the younge age of 25. What kind of mortgage should he use and how much down payment should he plan for?

Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased taxes, America is now in a retirement income crisis. Kraig Strom, the host of Personal Pension Radio, is focused on helping you pack your bags for both halves of the retirement journey.  Kraig's mission is help you build & protect your wealth and lifestyle today and generationally. Along the way, Kraig is ready to assist with all matters related to your financial wellbeing as well as your business and family legal needs. 

Optimizing Retirement income and protecting your legacy does not happen with a product. You must have an integrated approach.

DISCLOSURE:  KRAIG IS THE INCOME ENGINEER BUT HE IS NOT AN ATTORNEY OR A CPA. KRAIG STROM IS A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER PROFESSIONAL AND A PARALEGAL. PLEASE DO NOT CONSIDER THINGS ON THIS SHOW AS ADVICE. PLEASE SPEAK WITH A QUALIFIED CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER OR LEGAL PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY FINANCIAL or LEGAL DECISIONS.

Time and time again, we see companies and their owners operating under a false sense of S-Corp or LLC security. Understanding inside AND outside liability is the key to building the right protection around the Golden Goose.

Thanks to the death of private pensions, the devaluation of Social Security benefits and other undeniable retirement factors such as inflation and increased taxes, America is now in a retirement income crisis. Kraig Strom, the host of Personal Pension Radio, is focused on helping you pack your bags for both halves of the retirement journey.  Kraig's mission is help you build & protect your wealth and lifestyle today and generationally. Along the way, Kraig is ready to assist with all matters related to your financial wellbeing as well as your business and family legal needs. 

Optimizing Retirement income and protecting your legacy does not happen with a product. You must have an integrated approach.

DISCLOSURE:  KRAIG IS THE INCOME ENGINEER BUT HE IS NOT AN ATTORNEY OR A CPA. KRAIG STROM IS A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER PROFESIONAL AND A PARALEGAL. PLEASE DO NOT CONSIDER THINGS ON THIS SHOW AS ADVICE. PLEASE SPEAK WITH A QUALIFIED CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER OR LEGAL PROFESSIONAL BEFORE MAKING ANY FINANCIAL DECISIONS.