Are you over 50 and worried you don’t have enough saved for retirement? You’re not alone — but here’s the good news: it’s never too late.

In this launch episode, Certified Financial Planner Melissa Caro joins us to reveal:

✅ Why starting small (even $25/month) can spark real financial momentum
✅ How to fight back against “💸 Bill Creep” that steals your money
✅ The 3 first steps to catch up on retirement savings without feeling overwhelmed

00:00 Introduction to Financial Wellness
04:59 Understanding Retirement Preparedness
07:27 Real-Life Success Stories
10:23 The Importance of Financial Assessment
13:13 Identifying and Eliminating Unnecessary Expenses
15:52 Strategies for Debt Management
18:59 Creating a Purposeful Spending Plan
21:46 Conclusion and Next Steps
27:14 New Chapter

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Join hosts Angela Walker and Reg as they share how The WI$E Retirement Podcast got started. WISE stands for Wellbeing, Investing, Saving, and Earning, covering everything from money mindset to purpose-driven spending.

Whether you’re 40+, planning for your future, or want to create generational wealth for your family, this podcast is for you!

In this trailer, Angela and Reg talk about:

✅ How they started this podcast to help themselves and others

✅ The importance of financial planning & mental preparation

✅ Lessons learned from decades of friendship and money experiences

✅ How to make budgeting feel empowering instead of stressful

💡 Tune in, tune up, and take control of your money!

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Follow along and start planning your WI$E retirement today!