financial planning

Why Retirement Feels So Unsettling Even When You Have Enough

Scott explores the emotional side of retirement and why confidence often comes from more than just having enough money.

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Nobody Teaches You How to Turn Savings Into a Paycheck

For most of your working life, the retirement message was simple: save consistently, invest for growth, and let time do the heavy lifting.

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Nobody Teaches You How to Turn Your 401(k) Into a Paycheck

Today, Scott explains why retirement income planning is completely different from simply building a large 401(k), and how to turn retirement savings into a reliable paycheck.

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The Mistakes That Quietly Cost Retirees, Part 2: The Tax Side of Retirement

This is Part 2 of our Hidden Risks series, and we’re shifting focus to one of the biggest long-term threats to your retirement: taxes.

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The Hidden Retirement Risks, Part 1: What Most People Forget to Protect

This is Part 1 of our Hidden Risks series, where we’re looking at the issues that can quietly derail a retirement plan if they’re not addressed.

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Term, Whole, or Universal Life Insurance? What Actually Matters After 50

Today, Scott breaks down breaks down term, whole, and universal life insurance, and more importantly, how to think about them at this stage of life.

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The Retirement Chart That’s Fooling Millions of People

A viral chart is making a bold claim: the later you retire, the shorter you live. It’s eye-catching, easy to share, and—at first glance—convincing.

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What Happens Throughout the Year During the Planning Process?

In this episode, Scott pulls back the curtain and walks through the firm’s annual service calendar, the intentional, season-by-season process that keeps retirement plans aligned, optimized, and protected all year long.

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Risk Tolerance: Preparing for Market Turbulence

Scott uses a weather lens to explain how preparation, not prediction, is what keeps retirement plans steady when volatility hits.

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An Economist Is Optimistic About 2026 – Should You Be?

After a year marked by volatility, uncertainty, and more than a few economic curveballs, it’s understandable if optimism doesn’t come easily. Today, Scott discusses a Bloomberg opinion column that argues the outlook for 2026 may be brighter than many people expect. A strong economy might lift markets, but a strong financial plan is what helps people stay confident no matter how the headlines turn out.

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The IRS Just Announced 2026 Tax Changes

It’s official, the IRS has released the full set of 2026 tax numbers, and the changes may impact more than just your next return. Scott walks through what’s actually changed and how it may impact you and your future. The real opportunity isn’t just knowing the numbers, it’s knowing how to use them. Listen in to see how these updates can create meaningful planning advantages heading into 2026 and beyond.

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New Trump Accounts Are Coming – Here’s How They Work

A new type of government-backed savings account for children, commonly referred to as a Trump Account, is set to launch in 2026, and it’s already drawing attention from parents and grandparents alike.

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5 Financial Advisor Red Flags You Can’t Ignore

Most advisors are well-intentioned, but not all advisors are the right advisor for you.

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Retirement Breaking News: The 4% Rule Gets a Makeover

The 4% rule gets talked about like gospel in retirement planning. But let’s be honest, it’s always been more of a rough guess than a golden rule. Now, its original creator is revising it to 4.7%.

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You Don’t Really Want a Financial Plan

Most people walk into a financial advisor’s office asking for more income or a better plan. But what they’re really searching for is something deeper.

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Your Emotions Might Matter More Than Math

What if I told you the key to financial success isn’t how smart you are with numbers, but how well you understand your own emotions?

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The Snowbird Retirement: Is a Seasonal Move Right for You?

We explore the world of snowbirding, why so many retirees are drawn to this lifestyle, and how it can be seamlessly integrated into your retirement plan.

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Changes to Contribution Limits in 2025

The 2025 contribution limits are now available and the tweaks might be significant for anyone approaching retirement.

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