There are plenty of mistakes that can be made when planning for retirement, so I want to warn you about 8 common mistakes that I see.

We will talk about the importance of knowing your true spending number, understanding the impact of inflation on retirement spending, balancing investment strategies, planning for taxes, timing Social Security, evaluating the need for Roth conversions, preparing for long-term care, and creating a comprehensive estate plan.

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Jacob Duke, CFP, MBA is the founder of Rivertree Wealth and the host of the Retirement Answers podcast.

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Social Security taxation is confusing for most... "Am I being taxed on my Social Security benefits?" "WHY am paying tax on my Social Security?" "How is Social Security tax calculate?" These are the common questions retirees have and I answer them in this episode.

Jacob Duke, CFP, MBA is the founder of Rivertree Wealth and the host of the Retirement Answers podcast.

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In this episode of the Friday Q&A, Jacob discusses a listener's dilemma of choosing between taking a lump sum or opting for a monthly pension in retirement. With a detailed inquiry involving health concerns, survivor benefits, and financial flexibility, the discussion delves into various factors such as fixed income, monthly expenses, Social Security benefits, and personal circumstances like employment status and legacy planning.

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Jacob Duke, CFP, MBA is the founder of Rivertree Wealth and the host of the Retirement Answers podcast.

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Still trying to figure out when you are going to retire? Do you have a specific age in mind? It can be hard to decide and then actually go through with it because of the unknown and the "what-ifs" of retirement.

But the biggest "what-if" in my opinion isn't what could go wrong in retirement... The biggest "what-if" is getting to the end of your life wishing you would have retired sooner so you could enjoy more time with your family or go on your dream vacation while you had the health.

In this episode, I share 4 reasons why you should think about retiring TODAY.

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Jacob Duke, CFP, MBA is the founder of Rivertree Wealth and the host of the Retirement Answers podcast.

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In this Friday Q&A, we tackle a common question from a soon-to-be retiree who is anxious about taking the leap into retirement despite strong financial standing. Discover the psychological challenges and mindset shifts necessary for a smooth transition into retirement.

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00:00 Introduction
00:12 Today's Question
00:30 Financial Overview
01:24 Psychological Aspects of Retirement
02:34 Advice for a Smooth Transition
05:25 Encouragement

When you turn 73 or 75, you will be required to begin taking money from your tax-deferred IRAs, 401ks, 403bs, etc. This is through what is called Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs).

While RMDs aren't the worst thing ever, they can create some tax issues in the future if you don't plan accordingly. In this epsiode, I share 5 ways you can lower your RMDs to minimize their negative tax impact in the future.

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Jacob Duke, CFP, MBA is the founder of Rivertree Wealth and the host of the Retirement Answers podcast.

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In the first episode of the Friday Q&A series,I address a viewer's question about whether to pay off their house before retirement. The husband is close to retirement and considers using his ESOP to pay off their recently purchased home. I discuss the pros and cons of this decision, including tax implications and the importance of maintaining liquidity.The episode offers valuable insights for anyone contemplating similar financial moves in the context of retirement planning.

One of the biggest factors in your ability to retire is whether or not you have debt. If you have no debt, retirement becomes that much easier. BUT does that mean you should pay off your mortgage before retirement at all costs? That's what I discuss in this episode.

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Jacob Duke, CFP, MBA is the founder of Rivertree Wealth and the host of the Retirement Answers podcast.

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"The market is at all-time highs! We are due for a recession! I'm going to wait for the next pullback..."

These the statements we all tell ourselves, but we shouldn't follow our own hunches and opinions. This week, I am talking through a framework that you can use to help answer the question, "Is now a good time to buy stocks?"

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Jacob Duke, CFP, MBA is the founder of Rivertree Wealth and the host of the Retirement Answers podcast.

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Most people only think about the money side of retirement. Do I have enough? When should I start Social Security? Which account should I pull money from first?

These are all important questions, but the personal and emotional side of retirement often gets overlooked because the financial questions are top of mind.

I encourage you to ask yourself, "What are you retiring to?" You know what you are retiring from, but having a game plan for what you are going to do in retirement is crucial so you don't end up lonely, sad, and hating what is supposed to be a wonderful period of life.

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Jacob Duke, CFP, MBA is the founder of Rivertree Wealth and the host of the Retirement Answers podcast.

DISCLAIMER: This should not be taken as tax, legal, or investment advice. All content is for educational purposes only.