The Right Path to Retirement

Before You Give Away the Family Home, Hear This

What if holding onto a family home could save your heirs thousands in taxes? Jimmy Lin uses a fascinating story from Augusta National and a homeowner who refused to sell to explain one of the most overlooked estate-planning concepts: the step-up in basis. Discover how inherited homes, investments, and other appreciated assets can be treated differently under the tax code, why gifting assets during your lifetime may have unintended consequences, and what families should consider before passing property to the next generation. If you want to begin the conversation on helping turn your retirement savings into income, preserving your retirement assets, and optimizing your taxes throughout retirement, go to rightpathwm.com [rightpathwm.com] and set up a meeting with Jimmy and the team or call 702-805-7000. Hear Jimmy Lin on “Right Path to Retirement Radio” each Saturday at 12 noon on News and Talk Radio 840 KXNT [https://www.audacy.com/stations/kxnt] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RightPathWealthManagement]  YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@rightpathtoretirement] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Cost of Emotionally Investing in Retirement

Watching your retirement account too closely might be the mistake that changes everything. As retirees near or enter retirement, emotions often drive decisions—whether it’s fleeing to cash during volatility or chasing high-risk trends to catch up. Jimmy Lin explains why these reactions, especially in the critical early years, can disrupt long-term plans. The conversation also highlights another overlooked risk: retiring too early without a plan—or waiting too long and missing the healthiest, most active years. Thoughtful planning, not impulse, shapes better outcomes. If you want to begin the conversation on helping turn your retirement savings into income, preserving your retirement assets, and optimizing your taxes throughout retirement, go to rightpathwm.com [rightpathwm.com] and set up a meeting with Jimmy and the team or call 702-805-7000. Hear Jimmy Lin on “Right Path to Retirement Radio” each Saturday at 12 noon on News and Talk Radio 840 KXNT [https://www.audacy.com/stations/kxnt] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RightPathWealthManagement]  YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@rightpathtoretirement] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Backdoor Roth Mistake Retirees Can Make

What sounds like a simple tax workaround could quietly create a bigger problem in retirement. In this episode, Jimmy Lin breaks down the backdoor Roth IRA strategy, explaining how high earners can bypass contribution limits—but also why it’s easy to get wrong. From overlooked IRS Form filings to the confusing pro rata rule, even small missteps can trigger unexpected tax consequences. The conversation highlights why tax strategies shouldn’t stand alone but fit into a broader retirement plan, balancing income sources, tax exposure, and long-term goals.   If you want to begin the conversation on helping turn your retirement savings into income, preserving your retirement assets, and optimizing your taxes throughout retirement, go to rightpathwm.com [rightpathwm.com] and set up a meeting with Jimmy and the team or call 702-805-7000. Hear Jimmy Lin on “Right Path to Retirement Radio” each Saturday at 12 noon on News and Talk Radio 840 KXNT [https://www.audacy.com/stations/kxnt] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RightPathWealthManagement]  YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@rightpathtoretirement] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Outliving Your Money? The New Retirement Reality

What if retirement lasts longer than your entire career? A new study suggests 40-year retirements may become the norm, forcing a shift in how income, risk, and longevity are planned. Jimmy Lin explains why longer life expectancies and earlier retirements are reshaping strategy, from delaying Social Security to building diversified income streams beyond the market. He also explores the growing risk of outliving savings and why outdated rules may fall short. This episode focuses on adapting retirement plans to handle volatility, inflation, and decades of uncertainty with a more flexible, comprehensive approach. If you want to begin the conversation on helping turn your retirement savings into income, preserving your retirement assets, and optimizing your taxes throughout retirement, go to rightpathwm.com [rightpathwm.com] and set up a meeting with Jimmy and the team or call 702-805-7000. Hear Jimmy Lin on “Right Path to Retirement Radio” each Saturday at 12 noon on News and Talk Radio 840 KXNT [https://www.audacy.com/stations/kxnt] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RightPathWealthManagement]  YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@rightpathtoretirement] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Why the “Dirty Word” of Retirement Is Making a Comeback

What if the retirement tool once seen as a “dirty word” is quietly making a comeback? This episode explores why annuities are gaining traction again and what’s changed from their troubled reputation years ago. Jimmy Lin breaks down how modern annuities differ, including improved flexibility, potential legacy features, and their role in today’s higher interest rate environment. The conversation also addresses common misconceptions, the risks tied to variable annuities, and how fees and market exposure can impact outcomes. As retirement planning continues to evolve, this discussion highlights how annuities may fit into the broader puzzle of generating income, managing risk, and supporting long-term financial strategies. If you want to begin the conversation on helping turn your retirement savings into income, preserving your retirement assets, and optimizing your taxes throughout retirement, go to rightpathwm.com [rightpathwm.com] and set up a meeting with Jimmy and the team or call 702-805-7000. Hear Jimmy Lin on “Right Path to Retirement Radio” each Saturday at 12 noon on News and Talk Radio 840 KXNT [https://www.audacy.com/stations/kxnt] Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/RightPathWealthManagement]  YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@rightpathtoretirement] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.