Plan With Dan

A few weeks back, we talked about what a holistic plan really looks like. One of the five core elements also happens to be one of the most overlooked and forgottten pieces of a retirement plan. For a myriad of reasons, individuals and even financial advisors often skip over the family legacy or estate planning portion of a plan. Failing to plan for that element can lead to a lot of confusion and frustration within families. Dan will share with us some of the heartbreaking stories he's witnessed, but we'll also share some of the success stories that have blossomed out of properly addressing this retirement planning concern.

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Dan was on an international flight recently (flew on the Dreamliner, in fact), and sat next to a passenger who was suffering from Aerophobia, the fear of flying. The fear and nervousness was so paralyzing it caused quite the disruption on the 14-hour journey. It got Dan thinking about how we react to stressful situations in the financial world. Do you feel a sense of panic when the market takes a tumble? Do you spend a lot of time worrying about what you can't control? If so, this is the podcast for you. We'll discuss some ways you can plan for market crashes that should eliminate some of your concern. We'll also talk about ways to cope and deal with the stress that sometimes accompanies retirement planning.

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No matter where you fall on the age or income spectrum, it's probably a good idea for you to at least consider a Roth IRA. In almost every case, you'll reap some great rewards by utilizng that retirement savings vehicle. Dan will walk us through why it's typically a good idea to have a Roth IRA in your arsenal and lay out some of the top benefits you'll encounter.

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Some people think they have a comprehensive financial plan, but in reality their plan often lacks critical components. Some people will figure out the right way to structure an income plan, but they'll overlook the role of taxes or healthcare. Sometime the investment plan is solid, but there's no plan of action for how to distribute those funds as income in retirement. Dan will walk us through the five key areas you need to address to truly have a "holistic" or comprehensive financial plan.

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As financial professionals, there are things that we wish everyone knew and understood. On this podcast, we’ll explore how a financial advisor’s job would be different, and easier, if everybody understood at least five things.

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There’s a lot of talk in March about leprechauns, four leaf clovers and pots of gold at the ends of a rainbow. The bad news, however, is that none of those things will help you get wealthy or retire successfully. Well, okay, if you find a pot of gold you’ll be in pretty good shape. But those odds are slim at best. So, instead of waiting for luck to find us, how about we make our own financial luck? Here are some easy tips to follow to make it happen.

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We discuss Dan's blog about an article he wrote on guidlines with powers of attorney.

We answer questions from listeners like you regarding the 4% rule, what to do when inheriting stocks, and how to get on the same page with a spouse.

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You know it’s not a good thing to lie to yourself in any aspect of life. So, let’s “keep it real” and go over some of the common financial lies we tell ourselves and explore why it’s dangerous to approach retirement planning with these mindsets.

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You probably have a specific routine for how you like to go grocery shopping. Some of us are list-makers, others kind of wing it. Some put everything neatly in the cart while you might be one of those folks who just tosses it all into a big pile. Let’s discuss how retirement is a lot like shopping for groceries. Try not to get too hungry while we do this...

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