Avoid This Costly Mistake in Your Estate Plan

You’ve spent decades building your retirement savings—but do you know how that money will turn into a paycheck? Catherine Gross discusses why income planning is one of the most important parts of retirement and why many retirees focus on saving without preparing for the distribution phase. The conversation explores Social Security, pensions, 401(k)s, protected income strategies, and the role each can play in covering retirement expenses. Learn how evaluating income needs, savings, and risk tolerance can help create a clearer picture of where your retirement paycheck may come from. Want to begin building your retirement and tax plan? Click Here to Schedule a 15-minute Discovery Call Follow us for more helpful insights: 🖱️ Facebook- https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt 🖱️ LinkedIn- https://bit.ly/44T88a9 🖱️ X - https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you planning for a longer life—or unintentionally planning to run out of money too soon? Mike Canet and Ryan Herbert explore the growing impact of longevity on retirement planning and the balance between spending and saving. The discussion highlights common fears around outliving assets, underspending in early retirement, and navigating income strategies through changing market conditions. You’ll also hear how different tools and approaches—paired with a structured plan—can help address income needs while allowing flexibility for lifestyle decisions. It’s a practical look at aligning retirement planning with both life expectancy and personal goals. Want to begin building your retirement and tax plan? Click Here to Schedule a 15-minute Discovery Call Follow us for more helpful insights: 🖱️ Facebook- https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt 🖱️ LinkedIn- https://bit.ly/44T88a9 🖱️ X - https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What could a simple deed change save your family from thousands in unnecessary costs? This episode tackles one of the most common retirement concerns: how to handle real estate efficiently in an estate plan. The team breaks down how probate works, why many aim to avoid it, and how tools like transfer-on-death deeds can simplify the process in certain states. They also discuss common mistakes, including adding children as joint owners and the potential tax and liability consequences. Plus, hear practical considerations around Medicare timing and tax-efficient ways to cover premiums.  Want to begin building your retirement and tax plan? Click Here to Schedule a 15-minute Discovery Call Follow us for more helpful insights: 🖱️ Facebook- https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt 🖱️ LinkedIn- https://bit.ly/44T88a9 🖱️ X - https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the stock market isn’t telling you the full story about your retirement? In this episode, Ryan Herbert breaks down why market headlines and economic signals can feel disconnected and why relying on them alone may create unnecessary stress. They revisit past market cycles to illustrate how volatility can affect withdrawals and long-term outcomes, especially early in retirement. The conversation shifts to a more practical focus: understanding your monthly income needs, identifying reliable income sources, and evaluating how much risk you’re comfortable carrying. Instead of reacting to daily market noise, the discussion centers on building a plan designed around consistent income and personal spending needs in retirement. Want to begin building your retirement and tax plan? Click Here to Schedule a 15-minute Discovery Call Follow us for more helpful insights: 🖱️ Facebook- https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt 🖱️ LinkedIn- https://bit.ly/44T88a9 🖱️ X - https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is doing nothing with your money actually a risky decision? In this episode, Mike Canet and Ryan Herbert break down why “wait and see” can create unintended consequences, especially as you move closer to retirement. They explore how fear driven by politics, markets, and headlines can lead to financial paralysis, and why a one-size-fits-all, set-it-and-forget-it approach may fall short in later stages of life. You’ll hear how a coordinated financial plan that covers investments, taxes, and estate considerations can bring clarity to complex decisions. Want to begin building your retirement and tax plan? Click Here to Schedule a 15-minute Discovery Call Follow us for more helpful insights: 🖱️ Facebook- https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt 🖱️ LinkedIn- https://bit.ly/44T88a9 🖱️ X - https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens if you “retire your risk” at the exact moment you need a strategy the most? This episode explores whether pulling back from the market in retirement actually creates new risks, like falling behind inflation or misaligning your goals. Katherine Groce & Lawrence Kiely break down how separating income from growth assets can help shape a more flexible approach, with “buckets” designed for income, lifestyle, and legacy. They also discuss how risk tolerance can evolve over time, why performance comparisons can be misleading, and how a plan—not headlines or market trends—drives better decisions. Want to begin building your retirement and tax plan? Click Here to Schedule a 15-minute Discovery Call Follow us for more helpful insights: 🖱️ Facebook- https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt 🖱️ LinkedIn- https://bit.ly/44T88a9 🖱️ X - https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is diversification really working the way you think or is it missing the bigger picture in retirement? This episode explores why some retirement-focused portfolios outperformed growth models, and what that reveals about strategy versus simple asset allocation. The conversation breaks down how traditional diversification has evolved, why risk management matters differently in retirement, and how income, taxes, and distribution planning fit into the equation. You’ll also hear why chasing returns can lead to unintended consequences, and how aligning investments with specific goals may change the approach. It’s a practical look at shifting from accumulation to a more balanced, income-aware mindset. Want to begin building your retirement and tax plan? Click Here to Schedule a 15-minute Discovery Call Follow us for more helpful insights: 🖱️ Facebook- https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt 🖱️ LinkedIn- https://bit.ly/44T88a9 🖱️ X - https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Canet sits down with Bill Murray and his brothers for a wide‑ranging, unscripted discussion that jumps from the future of their long‑running charity golf tournament to beloved family memories, including famously labor‑intensive fried chicken and the cast‑iron skillet behind it. Along the way, they share offbeat party‑crashing stories, reflections on unforgettable performances, and a few laughs about aging, beards, and movie roles. Want to begin building your retirement and tax plan? Click Here to Schedule a 15-minute Discovery Call Follow us for more helpful insights: 🖱️ Facebook- https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt 🖱️ LinkedIn- https://bit.ly/44T88a9 🖱️ X - https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines scream disaster, but do they deserve control over your retirement decisions? In this episode, Ryan Herbert and Lawrence Kiely unpack why market predictions, social media takes, and financial fear‑mongering often miss the mark. From bold calls that never came true to hot investing trends pushed for clicks, they explain why reacting to noise can derail long‑term planning. The conversation focuses on understanding context, filtering sources, and aligning financial decisions with your stage of life; not headlines, hype, or well‑meaning family opinions. Want to begin building your retirement and tax plan? Click Here to Schedule a 15-minute Discovery Call Follow us for more helpful insights: 🖱️ Facebook- https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt 🖱️ LinkedIn- https://bit.ly/44T88a9 🖱️ X - https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most people don’t schedule a retirement checkup because something went wrong—they do it because it’s finally time. In this episode, the team discusses why so many pre-retirees approach retirement without a written plan and what changes when income replaces a paycheck. The conversation covers common assumptions about “winging it,” why even experienced professionals often lack their own plans, and the difference between accumulation-focused advice and income-focused planning. Want to begin building your retirement and tax plan? Click Here to Schedule a 15-minute Discovery Call Follow us for more helpful insights: 🖱️ Facebook- https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt 🖱️ LinkedIn- https://bit.ly/44T88a9 🖱️ X - https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.