Approaching Retirement? What to Do with Your Pension and 401(k)

The Two Ways Your Money Can Work for You in Retirement

People often hear about many different ways to invest, generate income, or seek growth. But at the most basic level, most investment returns come from one of two places: lending your money or owning something with growth potential. In this episode of the Retirement Income Show, Michael Eastham breaks down the difference between lending and owning, why each comes with different risks and opportunities, and how understanding this concept may help you make more informed decisions within your retirement income plan. Listen now to learn how this simple framework may help you better understand the role your money plays in retirement. This content is for educational purposes only and should not be considered individualized financial advice. Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal.

The Fallacies of Wall Street Investing

In this week’s episode of Retirement Income Show with Michael Eastham, he discusses several common investing ideas people often hear during their working years: stay invested, trust the averages, focus on long-term growth, and let the market do its work. Those ideas may be useful, but retirement can change the conversation. Once you move from saving for retirement to relying on your savings for income, factors like withdrawals, market timing, taxes, Social Security, Medicare, RMDs, and risk tolerance may all become more important. What worked during the accumulation years may need to be reviewed as you approach or enter retirement. In this episode, Michael explains why retirement investing should be part of a broader retirement income strategy — not the entire plan by itself. 🎧 Listen now to learn why your retirement strategy should fit your life, your income needs, and your comfort with risk.

Worst Retirement Mistakes to Avoid

Part of building a more confident retirement strategy is knowing which mistakes to watch for. In this episode, we discuss some of the common missteps retirees and pre-retirees can make, why they matter, and how thoughtful planning may help you avoid unnecessary surprises. From income planning and taxes to market decisions, Social Security, and estate coordination, small oversights can sometimes create bigger challenges down the road. Join us for a plain-English conversation about how to approach retirement decisions with more clarity and confidence. This content is for educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized financial, tax, or legal advice. Investment Advisory services offered through Fellowship Investment Advisors, LLC, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor.

Income Investing Basics for Retirement

Retirement can feel more secure when you understand the basics of income investing. In this week’s episode of Retirement Income Show with Michael Eastham, he explains why income investing basics matter as you approach or enter retirement. Understanding the basics can help you discover how income investing may fit into your retirement thinking and why it deserves attention. This episode is for retirees and pre-retirees who want a clearer, calmer way to think about retirement income. That clarity can support greater peace of mind as you prepare for the years ahead. Listen now to learn why income investing basics can be an important part of retirement.

What Happy Retirees Have in Common

Retirement should feel less uncertain and more enjoyable, but many people wonder what actually leads to lasting happiness after work. In this week’s episode of Retirement Income Show with Michael Eastham, he shares patterns noticed after meeting with and speaking to thousands of pre-retirees and retirees over the years. The conversation focuses on what happy retirees tend to have in common and what those approaching retirement may want to think about as they prepare for the next chapter. It’s a calm, practical look at retirement happiness, built around real conversations and common themes that can help bring more clarity and peace of mind. 🎧 Listen now to discover what happy retirees have in common.