The Retirement Ready Show

The Retirement Ready Show

By Tony Drake, CFP® (Drake & Associates, LLC)BusinessEducationInvesting
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The Retirement Ready Show episodes

  • Market Update: 11/16/20
    Weekly market commentary brought to you by Tony Drake, CFP® of Drake & Associates, LLC in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Find us at WealthWisconsin.com and weekly on WTMJ 620AM Saturdays at 1:00 pm on the Retirement Ready radio show.
    Investment advisory services provided by Drake & Associates, LLC, a State of Wisconsin registered investment adviser. Insurance products are offered through a separate company, LOFT Financial Advisory Group, LLC, a Wisconsin Insurance agency, clients are under no obligation to purchase any recommended insurance products.
    S&P 500 Index is an unmanaged group of securities considered to be representative of the stock market in general. The Dow Jones Industrial Average is a price-weighted average of 30 significant stocks traded on the New York Stock Exchange and the NASDAQ. The DJIA was invented by Charles Dow back in 1896. The Nasdaq Composite is an index of the common stocks and similar securities listed on the NASDAQ stock market and is considered a broad indicator of the performance of stocks of technology companies and growth companies. The MSCI EAFE Index was created by Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) that serves as a benchmark of the performance in major international equity markets as represented by 21 major MSCI indices from Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia. The 10-year Treasury Note represents debt owed by the United States Treasury to the public. Since the U.S. Government is seen as a risk-free borrower, investors use the 10-year Treasury Note as a benchmark for the long-term bond market.
    You cannot directly invest in an index. Investing involves risk including the potential loss of principal. No investment strategy can guarantee a profit or protect against loss in periods of declining values. Diversification does not guarantee profit nor is it guaranteed to protect assets. Opinions expressed are subject to change without notice and are not intended as investment advice or to predict future performance. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Consult your financial professional before making any investment decision. Fixed income investments are subject to various risks including changes in interest rates, credit quality, inflation risk, market valuations, prepayments, corporate events, tax ramifications and other factors. Drake & Associates does not offer tax or legal advice.
    3 min
  • Retirement Ready - Long-Term Care
    November marks long-term care insurance month, and the COVID-19 pandemic has many people taking a closer look at care options for themselves or their older loved ones. In this episode, we're going over the cost of long-term care and how the Coronavirus has changed the insurance process.
    The Retirement Ready radio show is featured every Saturday on WTMJ 620 AM at 1:00 pm. We will bring you information on: Social Security options, retirement trends, options to retire with life changes and achieving a secure financial future. Listen live: www.wtmj.com/listen-live
    Investment advisory services provided by Drake & Associates, LLC, a State of Wisconsin registered investment adviser. Insurance products are offered through a separate company, LOFT Financial Advisory Group, LLC, a Wisconsin Insurance agency, clients are under no obligation to purchase any recommended insurance products. Advice and opinions expressed during Retirement Ready are solely that of the hosts or guests of Drake & Associates, LLC and not WTMJ Radio or Good Karma Brands Milwaukee, LLC.
    34 min
  • Market Update: 11/09/20
    Weekly market commentary brought to you by Tony Drake, CFP® of Drake & Associates, LLC in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Find us at WealthWisconsin.com and weekly on WTMJ 620AM Saturdays at 1:00 pm on the Retirement Ready radio show.
    Investment advisory services provided by Drake & Associates, LLC, a State of Wisconsin registered investment adviser. Insurance products are offered through a separate company, LOFT Financial Advisory Group, LLC, a Wisconsin Insurance agency, clients are under no obligation to purchase any recommended insurance products.
    S&P 500 Index is an unmanaged group of securities considered to be representative of the stock market in general. The Dow Jones Industrial Average is a price-weighted average of 30 significant stocks traded on the New York Stock Exchange and the NASDAQ. The DJIA was invented by Charles Dow back in 1896. The Nasdaq Composite is an index of the common stocks and similar securities listed on the NASDAQ stock market and is considered a broad indicator of the performance of stocks of technology companies and growth companies. The MSCI EAFE Index was created by Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) that serves as a benchmark of the performance in major international equity markets as represented by 21 major MSCI indices from Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia. The 10-year Treasury Note represents debt owed by the United States Treasury to the public. Since the U.S. Government is seen as a risk-free borrower, investors use the 10-year Treasury Note as a benchmark for the long-term bond market.
    You cannot directly invest in an index. Investing involves risk including the potential loss of principal. No investment strategy can guarantee a profit or protect against loss in periods of declining values. Diversification does not guarantee profit nor is it guaranteed to protect assets. Opinions expressed are subject to change without notice and are not intended as investment advice or to predict future performance. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Consult your financial professional before making any investment decision. Fixed income investments are subject to various risks including changes in interest rates, credit quality, inflation risk, market valuations, prepayments, corporate events, tax ramifications and other factors. Drake & Associates does not offer tax or legal advice.
    3 min
  • Retirement Ready - Election Impact on Markets
    There's no question the 2020 Presidential election was unlike any other in history. In a year marked by uncertainty and stock market volatility, many retirement savers are feeling nervous. In this episode, we're looking at how the election impacted the markets and sharing tips for your retirement savings.
    The Retirement Ready radio show is featured every Saturday on WTMJ 620 AM at 1:00 pm. We will bring you information on: Social Security options, retirement trends, options to retire with life changes and achieving a secure financial future. Listen live: www.wtmj.com/listen-live
    Investment advisory services provided by Drake & Associates, LLC, a State of Wisconsin registered investment adviser. Insurance products are offered through a separate company, LOFT Financial Advisory Group, LLC, a Wisconsin Insurance agency, clients are under no obligation to purchase any recommended insurance products. Advice and opinions expressed during Retirement Ready are solely that of the hosts or guests of Drake & Associates, LLC and not WTMJ Radio or Good Karma Brands Milwaukee, LLC.
    34 min
  • Market Update: 11/02/20
    Weekly market commentary brought to you by Tony Drake, CFP® of Drake & Associates, LLC in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Find us at WealthWisconsin.com and weekly on WTMJ 620AM Saturdays at 1:00 pm on the Retirement Ready radio show.
    Investment advisory services provided by Drake & Associates, LLC, a State of Wisconsin registered investment adviser. Insurance products are offered through a separate company, LOFT Financial Advisory Group, LLC, a Wisconsin Insurance agency, clients are under no obligation to purchase any recommended insurance products.
    S&P 500 Index is an unmanaged group of securities considered to be representative of the stock market in general. The Dow Jones Industrial Average is a price-weighted average of 30 significant stocks traded on the New York Stock Exchange and the NASDAQ. The DJIA was invented by Charles Dow back in 1896. The Nasdaq Composite is an index of the common stocks and similar securities listed on the NASDAQ stock market and is considered a broad indicator of the performance of stocks of technology companies and growth companies. The MSCI EAFE Index was created by Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) that serves as a benchmark of the performance in major international equity markets as represented by 21 major MSCI indices from Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia. The 10-year Treasury Note represents debt owed by the United States Treasury to the public. Since the U.S. Government is seen as a risk-free borrower, investors use the 10-year Treasury Note as a benchmark for the long-term bond market.
    You cannot directly invest in an index. Investing involves risk including the potential loss of principal. No investment strategy can guarantee a profit or protect against loss in periods of declining values. Diversification does not guarantee profit nor is it guaranteed to protect assets. Opinions expressed are subject to change without notice and are not intended as investment advice or to predict future performance. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Consult your financial professional before making any investment decision. Fixed income investments are subject to various risks including changes in interest rates, credit quality, inflation risk, market valuations, prepayments, corporate events, tax ramifications and other factors. Drake & Associates does not offer tax or legal advice.
    3 min
  • Retirement Ready - Medicare
    Retirement brings about new financial topics to tackle, and one of the most confusing is Medicare. Open enrollment for the federal insurance program runs through December 7th. In this episode, we're helping you understand all there is to know before signing up.
    The Retirement Ready radio show is featured every Saturday on WTMJ 620 AM at 1:00 pm. We will bring you information on: Social Security options, retirement trends, options to retire with life changes and achieving a secure financial future. Listen live: www.wtmj.com/listen-live
    Investment advisory services provided by Drake & Associates, LLC, a State of Wisconsin registered investment adviser. Insurance products are offered through a separate company, LOFT Financial Advisory Group, LLC, a Wisconsin Insurance agency, clients are under no obligation to purchase any recommended insurance products. Advice and opinions expressed during Retirement Ready are solely that of the hosts or guests of Drake & Associates, LLC and not WTMJ Radio or Good Karma Brands Milwaukee, LLC.
    36 min
  • Market Update: 10/24/20
    Weekly market commentary brought to you by Tony Drake, CFP® of Drake & Associates, LLC in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Find us at WealthWisconsin.com and weekly on WTMJ 620AM Saturdays at 1:00 pm on the Retirement Ready radio show.
    Investment advisory services provided by Drake & Associates, LLC, a State of Wisconsin registered investment adviser. Insurance products are offered through a separate company, LOFT Financial Advisory Group, LLC, a Wisconsin Insurance agency, clients are under no obligation to purchase any recommended insurance products.
    S&P 500 Index is an unmanaged group of securities considered to be representative of the stock market in general. The Dow Jones Industrial Average is a price-weighted average of 30 significant stocks traded on the New York Stock Exchange and the NASDAQ. The DJIA was invented by Charles Dow back in 1896. The Nasdaq Composite is an index of the common stocks and similar securities listed on the NASDAQ stock market and is considered a broad indicator of the performance of stocks of technology companies and growth companies. The MSCI EAFE Index was created by Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) that serves as a benchmark of the performance in major international equity markets as represented by 21 major MSCI indices from Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia. The 10-year Treasury Note represents debt owed by the United States Treasury to the public. Since the U.S. Government is seen as a risk-free borrower, investors use the 10-year Treasury Note as a benchmark for the long-term bond market.
    You cannot directly invest in an index. Investing involves risk including the potential loss of principal. No investment strategy can guarantee a profit or protect against loss in periods of declining values. Diversification does not guarantee profit nor is it guaranteed to protect assets. Opinions expressed are subject to change without notice and are not intended as investment advice or to predict future performance. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Consult your financial professional before making any investment decision. Fixed income investments are subject to various risks including changes in interest rates, credit quality, inflation risk, market valuations, prepayments, corporate events, tax ramifications and other factors. Drake & Associates does not offer tax or legal advice.
    3 min
  • Retirement Ready - Caregiver Challenges
    We often hear how the sandwich generation is under pressure - they're caring for aging parents while also caring for their own children. This caregiving role is expensive and can put their retirement savings at risk. In this episode, we talk about the challenges they face and how to overcome them.
    The Retirement Ready radio show is featured every Saturday on WTMJ 620 AM at 1:00 pm. We will bring you information on: Social Security options, retirement trends, options to retire with life changes and achieving a secure financial future. Listen live: www.wtmj.com/listen-live
    Investment advisory services provided by Drake & Associates, LLC, a State of Wisconsin registered investment adviser. Insurance products are offered through a separate company, LOFT Financial Advisory Group, LLC, a Wisconsin Insurance agency, clients are under no obligation to purchase any recommended insurance products. Advice and opinions expressed during Retirement Ready are solely that of the hosts or guests of Drake & Associates, LLC and not WTMJ Radio or Good Karma Brands Milwaukee, LLC.
    36 min
  • Market Update: 10/19/20
    Weekly market commentary brought to you by Tony Drake, CFP® of Drake & Associates, LLC in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Find us at WealthWisconsin.com and weekly on WTMJ 620AM Saturdays at 1:00 pm on the Retirement Ready radio show.
    Investment advisory services provided by Drake & Associates, LLC, a State of Wisconsin registered investment adviser. Insurance products are offered through a separate company, LOFT Financial Advisory Group, LLC, a Wisconsin Insurance agency, clients are under no obligation to purchase any recommended insurance products.
    S&P 500 Index is an unmanaged group of securities considered to be representative of the stock market in general. The Dow Jones Industrial Average is a price-weighted average of 30 significant stocks traded on the New York Stock Exchange and the NASDAQ. The DJIA was invented by Charles Dow back in 1896. The Nasdaq Composite is an index of the common stocks and similar securities listed on the NASDAQ stock market and is considered a broad indicator of the performance of stocks of technology companies and growth companies. The MSCI EAFE Index was created by Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) that serves as a benchmark of the performance in major international equity markets as represented by 21 major MSCI indices from Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia. The 10-year Treasury Note represents debt owed by the United States Treasury to the public. Since the U.S. Government is seen as a risk-free borrower, investors use the 10-year Treasury Note as a benchmark for the long-term bond market.
    You cannot directly invest in an index. Investing involves risk including the potential loss of principal. No investment strategy can guarantee a profit or protect against loss in periods of declining values. Diversification does not guarantee profit nor is it guaranteed to protect assets. Opinions expressed are subject to change without notice and are not intended as investment advice or to predict future performance. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Consult your financial professional before making any investment decision. Fixed income investments are subject to various risks including changes in interest rates, credit quality, inflation risk, market valuations, prepayments, corporate events, tax ramifications and other factors. Drake & Associates does not offer tax or legal advice.
    3 min
  • Retirement Ready - Planning Secrets To Help You Retire Happy
    You know the saying: Money can't buy happiness. While that may be true, we've learned there is one thing you can do financially to impact your happiness in retirement, and that's proper planning! In this episode, we share planning secrets to help you Retire Happy.
    The Retirement Ready radio show is featured every Saturday on WTMJ 620 AM at 1:00 pm. We will bring you information on: Social Security options, retirement trends, options to retire with life changes and achieving a secure financial future. Listen live: www.wtmj.com/listen-live
    Investment advisory services provided by Drake & Associates, LLC, a State of Wisconsin registered investment adviser. Insurance products are offered through a separate company, LOFT Financial Advisory Group, LLC, a Wisconsin Insurance agency, clients are under no obligation to purchase any recommended insurance products. Advice and opinions expressed during Retirement Ready are solely that of the hosts or guests of Drake & Associates, LLC and not WTMJ Radio or Good Karma Brands Milwaukee, LLC.
    36 min

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Can you afford to retire — and will your money last as long as you do? Every week, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Tony Drake and the advisors at Drake & Associates answer the questions that decide…

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