Ready, Set, Retire!

Ready, Set, Retire!

By Steve AnzuoniBusinessEducationInvesting
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Ready, Set, Retire! episodes

  • RMDs Are Required, But What Should You Do with Them?

    How do you turn decades of savings into retirement income without putting all your eggs in one basket? Steve Anzuoni discusses balancing guaranteed income with market growth, coordinating Social Security and annuities, and creating an income floor for retirement. He also explores required minimum distributions, including how RMDs can affect cash flow and taxes, plus options for retirees who don’t need those withdrawals for everyday expenses. It’s a practical look at building a flexible retirement strategy around income needs, investments, and legacy goals.

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    17 min
  • The Retirement Moves to Consider Before Year-End

    The retirement decisions you make today can shape your taxes, income, and flexibility for years to come. Steve Anzuoni explores year-end Roth conversions, the factors that can influence when to claim Social Security, and how Medicare costs can complicate tax planning. He also discusses building a retirement strategy around consistent saving, dependable income, appropriate risk, and unexpected expenses, including long-term care. It’s a practical look at coordinating the moving pieces of retirement instead of making each decision in isolation.

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    18 min
  • Social Security Now or Later? What Should Drive the Decision?

    When should you claim Social Security, and how could that decision affect the rest of your retirement plan? Steve Anzuoni explores why there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, examining factors such as health, employment, taxes, other income sources, and retirement goals. He also discusses Medicare costs, COLA adjustments, tax-conscious income strategies, and why more Americans are choosing to work later in life. It’s a practical look at approaching retirement decisions with a broader financial roadmap instead of focusing on any single factor.

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    15 min
  • Will Your Retirement Income Last as Long as You Do?

    Retirement planning isn’t just about how much you’ve saved; it’s about creating a plan for how you’ll use it and how you’ll spend your time. Steve Anzuoni explores retirement income considerations for couples with different life expectancies, including withdrawal strategies, annuities, Social Security, legacy planning, and emergency funds. He also discusses the often-overlooked emotional side of retirement, from replacing workplace routines to staying active, social, and engaged after the paycheck stops.

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    15 min
  • The Medicare Mistake 7 in 10 Retirees Make

    What if the retirement decisions, you’re putting on autopilot today could have a bigger impact than you realize tomorrow? Steve Anzuoni discusses why Medicare open enrollment deserves a closer look, how rising costs are affecting retirement savings habits, and why continuing to contribute to retirement accounts may still make sense as retirement approaches. He also explores the return of corporate pensions, the role of guaranteed income in retirement planning, and how annuities may help create a dependable retirement paycheck alongside Social Security.

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    15 min
  • Fed Rate Hikes, Market Fear, and Smarter Retirement Decisions

    What if the biggest threat to your retirement isn't a Fed rate hike or market headline, but the emotional decisions they trigger? Steve Anzuoni breaks down what the latest interest rate increase could mean for retirees, why short-term market reactions often lead investors astray, and how diversification, income planning, and risk management fit into a retirement strategy. Steve also discusses retirement roadmaps, the importance of reducing debt, and how some retirees can position assets for income while avoiding panic during market volatility.

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    16 min
  • Can AI Really Plan Your Retirement?

    Can artificial intelligence really build your retirement plan, or is it missing the most important piece of the puzzle? Steve Anzuoni explores why AI-generated financial advice can sound convincing yet fall short when it comes to retirement planning. He discusses the value of human experience, personalized strategies, Social Security decisions, Medicare considerations, tax planning, and his Buckets of Wealth approach. Steve explains why retirement planning is about more than numbers and why flexibility, income planning, and understanding your unique goals are critical to creating a retirement strategy that fits your life.

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    14 min
  • High Rates, Hidden Opportunities: What Retirees Need to Know

    Are high interest rates really the problem, or are they creating opportunities retirees are missing? Steve Anzuoni breaks down inflation, housing costs, rising interest rates, and why today's economy may be stronger than many headlines suggest. He discusses making savings work harder, uncovering forgotten retirement accounts, planning for healthcare and long-term care expenses, and staying proactive with retirement income strategies. Plus, Steve explains a new approach to long-term care planning that is generating significant interest among retirees looking to protect their nest eggs while preparing for the future.

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    17 min
  • Why Cash Flow Matters More Than Being the Richest Person in the Graveyard

    What if the biggest retirement mistake isn’t spending too much, but waiting too long to enjoy the life you’ve worked for? Steve Anzuoni explores the balance between creating lasting income and making meaningful memories in retirement. He discusses why cash flow matters more than hoarding wealth, ways to think about passing assets to the next generation, and how retirees can approach bucket-list goals with greater confidence. The conversation also examines Social Security’s long-term challenges and why building personal income sources remains an important part of retirement planning.

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    17 min
  • What Would Dolly Do? Lessons on Legacy, Life, and Retirement

    What if retirement readiness has less to do with age and more to do with purpose? Inspired by the life and work ethic of Dolly Parton, Steve Anzuoni explore what really signals it's time to retire. They discuss the difference between retiring because of a number on the calendar versus having a clear plan for the next chapter, the importance of staying active, common fears about running out of money, and how financial preparation can help bring confidence to a major life decision.

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    16 min

About Ready, Set, Retire!

From the publisher's feed

Planning for retirement is not a guessing game. Now is the time to plan! What have you done to protect yourself from another recession? Can you afford to ride the waves of a volatile market? When the paychecks stop but the bills keep coming, how are you going to maintain your lifestyle?

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