Social Security is often misunderstood and ill-planned for, costing lost opportunities for many Americans. Myths, rumors, and misunderstandings are pervasive in the world of Social Security. In this show, we’ll look to clear up 5 misunderstandings about Social Security.

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Are you tired of one-size-fits-all financial advice that doesn't quite fit your unique needs and goals? In this episode, we'll tackle the question of whether an advisor should tailor a plan to fit your personality. We'll discuss the pros and cons of different approaches and explore how understanding your financial personality can help you make more informed decisions.

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Do you ever feel like your retirement planning goals are always moving? You're not alone. We’ve found that people often move the goalposts in their own retirement planning, often to their detriment. In this episode, we're diving deep into the psychology of retirement planning and the dangers of moving the goalposts.

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Retirement can come with a lot of tax questions and concerns. From understanding the tax implications of withdrawing from your retirement accounts to minimizing taxes on investment income, it can be overwhelming. On today’s episode, we’ll break down the top tax questions retirees are asking in 2023. Before you file your 2022 taxes and plan ahead for the rest of the year, make sure to listen to this episode as we’ll discuss some important tax questions that retirees should ask themselves to ensure they're making the most of their retirement savings and minimizing their tax burden.

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After being discussed in Congress for nearly a year and a half, the SECURE Act 2.0 passed in January. Listen to today’s episode to see what you need to know and learn four ways the new changes might impact you.

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With every new year, many of us spend some time setting new goals, benchmarks, and desired milestones to achieve in the months ahead. On today’s show, we’ll explore some of our personal and professional goals for 2023 and explore what might be some worthwhile goals for you to add to your list.

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It's time to make sure your bases are covered and you're ready for the light at the end of the tunnel: Retirement. In this episode, we will discuss 10 points to help determine your retirement readiness.

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Makin’ a list and checkin’ it twice! We’ll describe a scenario, you tell us if the financial advisor is being naughty or nice…

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The European Financial Review recently released a study on the ways that investor biases impact their financial behavior and decisions. How have you seen some of these biases manifest themselves in people?

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Major life events can sometimes be expected or unexpected. Either way, sometimes we make the wrong choices during these events. Let's jump into some smart decisions to make during major life events.

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