The Get Ready For The Future Show

Leaving Your Financial Legacy

Part of our mission statement is "leaving a legacy for generations to come." That sounds great! But what does it take to get there? We've got the straight talk you need to know about generational wealth in this episode!Originally aired 12/21/2022

Mind the Gap

What income streams do you have that will never run out in retirement? Once you know how much guaranteed income you will have in retirement, will that cover your basic expenses? That’s our topic in this episode! And joining us again from our partners at LPL Financial is Chief Economist Jeffrey Roach!Originally aired 12/14/2022

5 Hard to Break 401(k) Habits

From not contributing enough to their account, to letting their investments sit idle, many people fall into habits that can be detrimental to their long-term financial well-being. We've got tips in this episode on how to avoid these pitfalls and make the most of your 401(k) on your journey to financial independence!Originally aired 12/7/2022

How to Keep Your Information Safe

Identity theft is not a joke. Your personal information is a valuable commodity. And knowing how to protect your financial and online identity is extremely important! Luckily, we've got everything you need to know to protect yourself in this episode! Originally aired 11/30/2022

Cover Your Assets

Whatever retirement looks like for you, it can be a scary concept! But in this episode, we're talking about three risks that could put your financial independence at risk and how we recommend you cover your assets that you're worked so hard to build.Originally aired 11/16/2022

Long-Term Care

Estimates say that about 50% of older adults will need long-term care at some point in their lives; for adults over 65, the odds shoot up to 70%. That means it’s highly likely that at least one person per couple will need this type of help! Today’s show discusses the importance of long-term care and how it can help you purchase dignity and independence in retirement. Originally aired 11/9/2022

6 Important Questions About Social Security

Social Security is foundational to retirement planning, But with around 2,600 rules that govern it, it can be confusing! How can you be sure you're maximizing your benefit? We're giving you everything you need to know about Social Security in today's show!Social Security Administration website Originally aired 11/2/2022

TRICKS to a Healthy Retirement

It's a spooky edition of the Get Ready for the Future Show! Whether your retirement is over a decade away or getting close, planning is a necessity. And we're using the acronym TRICK to lay out five crucial elements to consider in your retirement plan.Originally aired 10/26/2022

How Much is Enough to Retire?

"How much is enough?" This is a question we’re asked often, especially with market conditions the way they’ve been lately. Does a true "number" exist for most people? Or is it more complicated than that? We discuss all that and more in this episode of the Get Ready For The Future Show!Originally aired 10/19/2022

ROI - Risk of Inaction

Investing can be a risky business, but is it so risky that you shouldn't take part? This episode is all about helping you navigate the uncertainty of the market and helping you better understand the risks you may face both by investing and avoiding investing.Originally aired 10/12/2022