Are you just prepping for taxes, or actually planning for them? Mike Douglas breaks down the crucial difference between tax prep and tax planning, revealing how a forward-thinking strategy can help you keep more of your hard-earned money. Learn why integrating your financial, tax, and estate plans matters—and how avoiding siloed advice can make a real impact in retirement.

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What do a Paris jewelry heist and your retirement plan have in common? This episode reveals how simple mistakes—like weak passwords or one-dimensional financial strategies—can leave you vulnerable. Mike Douglas shares real stories and practical tips on diversifying your retirement plan, managing taxes, and building a life that goes beyond spreadsheets. Tune in for insights that challenge conventional wisdom and help you rethink your financial future.

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What do the Louvre heist and your retirement plan have in common? Sometimes, simple solutions leave you exposed. Mike Douglas unpacks the most common financial mistakes retirees make, from relying on one “bucket” of money to ignoring taxes, inflation, and family preparedness. Learn why a purposeful, diversified strategy is key to protecting your wealth and peace of mind—because in retirement, overlooking the details can be costly.

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Is your retirement plan running on a playbook from a decade ago? Mike Douglas tackles why sticking to outdated strategies can cost you, the importance of proactive tax planning, and how building multiple income streams can protect your financial future. Hear real stories of retirees who revamped their approach and gained confidence in uncertain times. Catch all the insights from this past weekend’s radio show.

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What happens when families avoid talking about inheritance? Mike Doulgas dives into the real-life drama of legacy planning, revealing why open conversations and financial education are crucial for preserving your legacy. Hear how secrecy can spark family conflict—and learn strategies to help your wealth last for generations.

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Are you letting “spendophobia” steal your retirement joy? Certified financial planner Mike Douglas shares seven practical steps to overcome the fear of spending, from building a detailed financial plan to understanding the real purpose of money. Explore how mindset, habits, and life experiences shape your approach to retirement, and learn strategies for making the most of your healthiest years. This episode guides listeners through actionable ways to shift from saving to living.

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Are you ready to flip decades of saving into a life of spending—without regret? This weekend's radio show dives into “spendophobia,” the fear that keeps retirees from enjoying their hard-earned savings. Hear practical strategies, real-life stories, and how to transition from saver to spender, overcome scarcity mindsets, and make your retirement truly fulfilling. Discover the seven habits that can help you break free from financial anxiety and start living your best retired life, right here in Michigan.

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What if the next big shift in your 401k isn’t on your radar? Mike Douglas breaks down five proposed changes that could reshape how you save for retirement—from caregiver credits and automated annuities to new rules on withdrawals and expanded plan access. Explore the pros, cons, and real-life implications of these ideas, plus practical tips for reviewing your own 401k strategy. Get informed about what’s happening behind the scenes in retirement planning.

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What can a chili cook-off teach you about retirement planning? This past weekend’s show explores why shortcuts might work in the kitchen but can backfire with your finances. Mike Douglas shares real stories about RMDs, Roth conversions, and the importance of building a plan that fits your life—not someone else’s recipe. Plus, hear cautionary tales of windfalls gone wrong and how to avoid costly mistakes as you approach retirement.

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What does it really mean to “invest in yourself” as you approach retirement? This episode explores how taking ownership—like Sarah Blakely did with Spanx—can transform your financial future and your sense of purpose. Mike Douglas discusses why knowing who you are, what you want, and how you want to live matters as much as the numbers. Discover the five pillars of a fulfilling retirement plan, and why your next chapter is about more than just money.

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