Neil Henry talks about long-term care and how people often underestimate its cost. He shares stats of how many people need LTC (and how this is sometimes temporary) and what the different types are. Neil also compares the rough costs of the different phases of that care and shares a story about how a person with proper coverage saved themselves tens of thousands of dollars. Neil also talks about the preferred type of coverage and how standalone long-term care insurance can end up extremely costly. And he shares about his love for the mountains of Virginia and what he does in his cabin there.

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Neil Henry discusses Medicare and explains the age that most people are eligible for it and how long before then that they should apply for the coverage. He also shares what Plan A & B plans are, what Medicare Advantage is, and what other costs people need to plan for. Neil also discusses what he sees as some good political news that is also shaping the market.

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Neil Henry discusses how inflation can wreck retirement income, if people are not careful. He emphasizes the importance of making a plan and how he factors in certain increases over time, so people can have a plan for money to outlive them. Neil also talks about using annuities and other tools to dispense this income and also how taxes can really bit people if they do not plan for them.

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Neil Henry returns to talk about something that has become a bigger staple in retirement portfolios: annuities. Neil explains the different kind of annuities and how certain kinds have given all of them bad names. Neil describes how to build a retirement income plan and why annuities have gotten more popular in recent years.

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Neil Henry breaks down Medicare for listeners and talks about plans A, B, C, and D and what  Medigap and Medicare Supplement Insurance are. Neil also gives the pros and cons of the Medicare Advantage Plan and some examples of how that can work against a person's best interests. He talks about his holiday plans and if he likes to sail his boat in cold weather. 

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Neil Henry discusses the results of the presidential election and how Trump's victory will affect any current or future tax cuts. Neil also talks about wonky job numbers, future government job cuts, and how all of that can affect the economy.

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Henry and Associates founder and financial planner Neil Henry discusses what RMDs are and how both they and their tax implications can surprise people. Neil breaks down the method he uses to prepare clients for this and which retirement accounts RMDs impact. He also describes his love for sailing and the big steps he took to protect his sailboat before Hurricane Helene struck South Carolina.

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Neil shares his insights on how inflation affects retirement planning and what strategies can help retirees cope with rising prices. He explains why fixed rate annuities are an attractive option for retirees who want to lock in high interest rates and secure a steady income for life. He also discusses how annuities can diversify one's portfolio and reduce exposure to market volatility and tax liabilities.

Neil also cautions retirees against underestimating the impact of inflation on their purchasing power and quality of life. He emphasizes the need to plan ahead and hedge against inflation by choosing retirement products that can adjust to changing economic conditions. He offers some tips on how to evaluate different annuities and find the best fit for one's goals and risk tolerance.

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The conversation discusses the impact of taxes on retirement planning and starts with a discussion about whether American athletes have to pay taxes on the medals they win at the Olympics. The conversation then delves into various forms of income that can be taxed during retirement, such as Social Security, interest-bearing accounts, sales of stocks and bonds, and withdrawals from traditional IRAs and 401(k)s. The importance of considering inflation and the timing of Social Security benefits is also highlighted.

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Everyone dreams of retirement, but all the perks and daily activities of the lifestyle still require funding, which means you’ll have to provide your own paychecks in your golden years.

That’s where “Regarding Retirement” steps in. Hosted by Neil Henry of Henry and Associates, this podcast offers a steady and timely stream of advice and insight focused on how you are approaching saving for (and spending throughout) your retirement years. Subscribe and listen as Neil provides important information in an easy-to-digest manner that will give a better understanding of how prepared you are to make your next years the best yet.

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