The Get Ready For The Future Show

What Mistakes Should I Avoid When Planning Early for Retirement?

We're answering these questions from you in this episode:
Mistakes to avoid when planning early for retirement
Can my adopted grandchildren get some of my social security?
Do I really need a budget?
How can I overcome inflation if I'm not actively getting a paycheck?
And if you would like YOUR questions answered in the show, give us a call at 501.381.5228!
Originally aired 5/10/2023

(FF) Economic Update: Inflation Down, Prices Up

Is the latest inflation data released this week good news or bad news for the market? That’s the subject of this week’s Fastest 4 Minutes in Finance!
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I Know What I Want in Retirement, So How Should I Invest?

We're hitting three big questions this week from listeners like you:
What adjustments should I make to my retirement strategy?
How can I prepare for higher medical costs with inflation rising?
How do annuities fit into a retirement plan?
And if you would like YOUR questions answered in the show, give us a call at 501.381.5228!
Originally aired 5/3/2023

Should I Avoid My New Employer Plan If It’s Bad?

Here are YOUR questions we're answering in this episode:Should I avoid an employer plan if "sucks?"Is it ever wise to sell in a market upswing?Should we pay off our mortgage or build our dream home?What's the deal with reverse mortgages?And if you would like YOUR questions answered in the show, give us a call at 501.381.5228!For more information on reverse mortgages, visit HUD.gov. Originally aired 4/26/2023

How Do I Minimize My Retirement Income Taxes?

We're answering these questions from you in this episode:Taxes in retirementEmployer plans for small businessesThe right way to claim Social SecurityEmployer plan or IRA?And if you would like YOUR questions answered in the show, give us a call at 501.381.5228!Originally aired 4/19/2023

How Do Interest Rates Impact My Future?

In this episode, we're tackling your questions about:• Are REITs (real estate investment trusts) good for your portfolio?• Inflation and volatility when nearing retirement• Rising interest ratesAnd if you would like YOUR questions answered in the show, give us a call at 501.381.5228!Originally aired 4/12/2023

Retiring Into a Down Market

We're starting a new format where we're answering questions directly from you, the listener! In this episode, you'll hear questions about:Retiring into a down marketWhat to do with inheritance moneyInvesting when you have inconsistent incomeAnd if you would like YOUR questions answered in the show, give us a call at 501.381.5228!Originally aired 4/5/2023

Why A Long Life May Be a Problem For Your Retirement

If you're a Star Trek fan, you know Mr. Spock's famous phrase, "Live Long and Prosper." We all hope for a long life and financial independence for a comfortable lifestyle. However, without proper planning, this hope may remain an unfulfilled fantasy. Today's Get Ready for the Future show discusses how a long life can create retirement problems. Lauren Mitchell, VP of Annuity Solutions at LPL Financial, joins us.Originally aired 3/29/2023

Market Misconceptions

The ability to live off your investments is a milestone on the path to financial independence. But, without the right focus, you could end up missing the mark. This week on the Get Ready For The Future Show, we're tackling some common retirement and investing misconceptions.

Stacking the Odds in Your Favor

We're kicking off this episode with an update on the recent bank fiasco with Silicon Valley Bank (SVB). From there, we're looking at your odds of a successful retirement. And how to stack those odds in YOUR favor.Originally aired 3/15/2023