In this episode of Ready for Retirement, James discusses when it does (and doesn't) make sense to work with a financial planner. Questions Answered: When does it make most sense to consider working with a financial advisor?What are the main benefits you can expect from working with a financial advisor?How can your overall retirement strategy be improved by having a financial advisor?Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction 
3:05 - Cost/Benefit Decision
6:36 - Cost of an Advisor
11:30 - Partnering Throughout Life
16:45 - History of 4% Rule
23:09 - Sign of a Good Financial Life
28:05 - Working With Us  Check out all of our podcast episodes and more on our YouTube channel here!

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Listener Sherry asks a good question: How do large, one-off expenses (like a new roof, new car, etc.) fit in the 4% Rule? 

James explains the concept of the 4% Rule and its limitations while demonstrating how it can be an effective guideline in planning and forecasting retirement success. 

He addresses the importance of anticipating one-off expenses and, depending on your portfolio withdrawal rate, using sinking funds to get a reality check on where you stand.


Questions answered:
Are one-off expenses covered in the 4% Rule?
Who should be concerned with creating sinking funds for one-off expenses?


Timestamps:
0:00 - Sherry’s question
3:19 - Shortcomings of the 4% Rule
5:30 - Look at income and outcome
6:58 - Portfolio withdrawal rate
10:51 - Example of no margin
13:02 - Sinking funds
16:57 - New reality check
18:49 - Consider the duration of expenses
20:17 - The wrap-up Create Your Custom Strategy ⬇️ 
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Planning for Large Costs in Retirement | Beyond the 4% Rule

Healthcare subsidies are like a tax break and should always be optimized, right? That seems like an easy question that should have a straightforward answer. But the correct answer is, “It depends.” 

Cole from Move Health is back, as he and James explain how advanced premium tax credits work, when you might not want to take them, and why it’s imperative to have a financial plan and a tax strategy in mind as you make healthcare insurance decisions. They share case studies and remind listeners that we don’t need to feel intimidated regarding healthcare in early retirement. We just need to be informed.


Questions Answered:
Who is eligible for advanced premium tax credits?
When should I not try to optimize healthcare subsidies?


Timestamps:
0:00 - ACA coverage
2:19 - Advanced premium tax credits
4:59 - Determining subsidies
8:09 - Modified adjusted gross income
9:36 - Estimating income
13:17 - Optiming premiums and subsidies
15:28 - Tax/subsidies strategies
18:56 - A case study
21:43 - When to optimize subsidies
27:10 - Another case study
29:34 - Tips and takeaways


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Early Retirement Health Insurance Strategies | Roth Conversions vs. ACA Subsidies

We meet many people who are in a position to retire early. But when they think about healthcare in retirement and not being eligible for Medicare until age 65, they feel stuck, even though they’re ready for retirement in every other way. 

Cole Craven of Move Health Partners chats with James about the healthcare options that are available for early retirees and why there is no one-size-fits-all, “best” solution. He also lays out a general timeline for ensuring a smooth transition between your current healthcare, early-retirement healthcare, and post-age 65 healthcare. 
 Questions Answered: What are my healthcare options if I retire before age 65? What are advanced premium tax credits, and how can I make the most of them?

Time stamps:
0:00 - Cole Craven on early retirement
4:05 - 5 pre-65 retirement healthcare options 9:35 - Determining the best option 11:38 - Advanced premium tax credits 13:27 - Upcoming ACA changes 16:16 - Is low-income strategy a good idea? 18:50 - How/where to get coverage 22:03 - Timeline for pre-and-post 65 24:32 - Wrap-up 
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Health Insurance Options for Early Retirement

Drew Shockley of MOVE Health Partners joins James to address questions about Medicare. He overviews the Medicare system, explains Parts A, B, C, and D, and breaks down what Medicare does and doesn’t cover, who is covered, and when/why you might want alternative coverage. 

Questions Answered:
I’m 65, still working and qualify for Medicare, but I have health coverage through my employer. What should I do?
Does Medicare provide good, reliable coverage?

Timestamps:
0:00 - Medicare overview
5:28 - About enrollment
9:49 - Part C, Advantage vs traditional
16:26 - Switching plans
19:26 - Plans F, G, etc.
22:56 - Plan D
26:11 - Dental and vision
28:25 - Fear about coverage
33:09 - Denied coverage?
35:19 - What Medicare doesn’t cover
37:24 - Other options
39:08 - MOVE Health Partners Create Your Custom Strategy ⬇️ 
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Everything You Need to Know About Medicare: Q&A with a Medicare Expert

Graham and his wife are in their early 50s and plan to retire in 5 years. He wonders if they should continue maxing out their 401ks, how their investments should change, and what they should do with savings accounts to best prepare for their retirement goals. 

James addresses these questions, Graham’s biggest risk as he nears retirement, and potential tax strategies for him to employ.


Questions answered:
Which is a better tax strategy – tax gain harvesting or Roth conversions?
Do I need to have a dedicated emergency fund in cash? 


Timestamps:
0:00 - Graham’s question
3:16 - The move from single position
5:43 - Identify biggest risk
8:00 - Tax gain harvesting and Roth conversions
12:14 - Tax strategy
15:14 - Two variables to consider
20:44 - Max out 401k plans?
22:07 - A question of tax
24:52 - Tax plan in action
26:44 - Concern about emergency savings Create Your Custom Strategy ⬇️ 
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When Does it Make Sense to Work with a Financial Advisor?

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