Retirement Starts Today
Benjamin Brandt CFP®, RICP®
Do you want to spend more money in retirement, while paying less taxes? Great news, you're in the right place!
I'll also teach you the benefits of retiring TO something, while most retirees only solve half the equation by retiring FROM something. Tune in every Monday morning - hosted by Benjamin Brandt CFP, RICP.
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I'll also teach you the benefits of retiring TO something, while most retirees only solve half the equation by retiring FROM something. Tune in every Monday morning - hosted by Benjamin Brandt CFP, RICP.
Join my "Every Day is Saturday" weekly newsletter for show notes, free book giveaways and other great retirement content: www.retirementstartstodayradio.com/newsletter
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Jul 15, 2019 • 26min
4 Tips for Tax Beneficial Charitable Giving with John Madison, Ep #96
Charitable giving in a tax beneficial way has gotten a bit more complicated with the new tax law. Of course, we donate to charities to help those less fortunate, but it helps when we receive tax benefits as well. CPA, John Madison, joins me to discuss how to reap the most tax benefits from your […]
Jul 8, 2019 • 15min
$110,000 per Household is Lost by Poor Social Security Timing, Ep # 95
Is your Social Security timing losing you money? Millions of Americans don't ideally time their Social Security and end up losing thousands of dollars. On today's episode of Retirement Starts Today I focus on 3 articles. The first one focuses on Morning Star's star ratings. You'll learn how and why they are getting an overhaul. […]
Jul 1, 2019 • 21min
Set it and Forget it! A Rallying Cry for Target Date Funds, Ep # 94
On this episode of Retirement Starts Today, we'll discuss the pros and cons of target date funds as well as Vanguard's managed payout fund. You'll learn exactly what a target date fund is and why they are the preferred vehicle of the majority of 401K savers. We'll discuss an Investment News article that warns of […]
Jun 24, 2019 • 25min
Tweak Your Retirement Strategies to Create an Epic Retirement Plan, Ep #93
I recently had 2 fantastic questions about retirement strategies come to my inbox. Both questions require thoughtful, detailed answers. So on today's episode of Retirement Starts Today, I focus on carefully answering both of these questions. On this episode, you'll learn how to tweak an already fantastic retirement plan and turn it into an epic […]
Jun 17, 2019 • 25min
How to Add Exercise to Your Retirement Lifestyle with Pete McCall, Ep # 92
When planning your retirement lifestyle it's a good idea to think about how to add exercise into your routine. Many people who haven't made exercise a regular part of their lives may think that it will be difficult but retirement is a great time to start a new lifestyle. Fitness expert, Pete McCall, joins me […]
Jun 10, 2019 • 20min
Will You Need Life Insurance in Retirement? Ep # 91
Are you planning to keep up your life insurance in retirement? One listener asks if I think it's necessary. I also answer another question from a listener about diversification. As you approach retirement, you may want to rethink your risk tolerance. Do you feel secure in your asset allocation? Many people prefer to stay safe […]
Jun 3, 2019 • 23min
Do You Have Moldy Money Laying Around? Ep #90
Do you have moldy money hanging out in your accounts? I'm not talking about the cash that got wet and stuck in the back of a drawer. Moldy money is the topic of today's Retire Ready segment, you'll want to listen to find out why you don't want to keep moldy money around. You'll also […]
May 27, 2019 • 22min
Life Planning in Retirement with George Kinder, Ep #89
The father of life planning, George Kinder, joins me on this episode of Retirement Starts Today Radio. George trains financial advisors to look at the softer side of retirement planning, at what he calls life planning. He helps financial advisors teach their clients how to live life to the fullest in retirement. Life planning is […]
May 20, 2019 • 24min
What's Your Retirement Planning Process? with Jason Parker, Ep #88
Do you have a retirement planning process? Do you know how much you need to retire? Have you thought about what the purpose of your money is? Jason Parker from Sound Retirement Radio is my guest today and is here to discuss the steps you need to take to begin considering your retirement. Jason has […]
May 13, 2019 • 21min
My Favorite Retirement Podcasts, #87
Podcasts! I love them (and I'm guessing you do too). This week I'm sharing my favorite retirement podcasts that will educate and entertain you all the way to your ideal retirement. Also in today's episode of Retirement Starts Today, I will help you understand reverse mortgages. You'll discover what they are and whether they are […]
