Smart Money Moves with Marc Trost

Trust vs. Will—What’s the Right Choice for Your Legacy?

In this eye-opening episode of Smart Money Moves with Marc Trost, Marc shares the top financial planning errors he's seen throughout his career—and the consequences that come with them. Whether you're 25 or 65, these insights are essential to setting up a confident and secure retirement. Main Points Discussed: - Failing to plan: Why "set it and forget it" doesn't work for retirement. - Updating your plan: How often you should review your financial and estate plans. - Trusts vs. Wills: What they do, how they’re different, and who really needs them. - Managing from the grave: How trusts help protect your legacy from being squandered. - Withdrawal risk: Why taking out too much money too soon is one of the biggest retirement killers. - The cost of delay: Why starting retirement planning early—ideally 5–10 years out—makes a big difference. - A personal example: How Marc helped his 25-year-old son set up a path to tax-free retirement income. Ready to take control of your retirement plan? Subscribe to Smart Money Moves with Marc Trost on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or our YouTube channel for more insights. YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@marctrostfinancial Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/smart-money-moves-with-marc-trost/id1815315892 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/20UojkPcEdb3vz0RJHdNEg Visit www.marktrostfinancial.com to book your personalized consultation today!

What Most Retirees Don’t Know (But Need to Learn ASAP)

Welcome to the very first episode of Smart Money Moves with Marc Trost, where we explore how to make confident, informed decisions about your retirement. In this episode, Marc opens up about a personal family experience that forever changed the way he approaches financial planning—and why clarity, transparency, and deep relationships are at the heart of his process. Main Points Discussed: * Marc’s early career in banking and his transition into financial planning * The personal experience with his parents that sparked his mission * The importance of trust and education when working with clients * The discovery process Marc uses to help clients understand what they have—and what they actually need * Why in-person meetings still matter and how body language helps build trust * The most common fear among clients: running out of money—and how Marc addresses it * His strong stance on transparency, especially around fees and commissions * Real stories of nervous retirees, patient planning, and building long-term financial confidence Call to Action (CTA): 🎧 Tune in now on your favorite platform or watch on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRUxJ_R_HikvEskf6jzza3A] 💬 Want personal guidance? Visit www.marktrostfinancial.com [https://www.marktrostfinancial.com/] to schedule a free consultation 📲 Subscribe to Smart Money Moves with Marc Trost for more insights and real-world retirement strategies