When Headlines Hijack Retirement Decisions

How Will Your Retirement Savings Turn Into a Paycheck?

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 [https://calendly.com/prostatis/15-minute-savvy-discovery-call-savvy-investor-podcast] Follow us for more helpful insights: 🖱️ Facebook- https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt [https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt] 🖱️ LinkedIn- https://bit.ly/44T88a9 [https://bit.ly/44T88a9] 🖱️ X - https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJ [https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJ] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Are You Planning to Live Longer Than Your Money?

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 [https://calendly.com/prostatis/15-minute-savvy-discovery-call-savvy-investor-podcast] Follow us for more helpful insights: 🖱️ Facebook- https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt [https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt] 🖱️ LinkedIn- https://bit.ly/44T88a9 [https://bit.ly/44T88a9] 🖱️ X - https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJ [https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJ] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Avoid This Costly Mistake in Your Estate Plan

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 [https://calendly.com/prostatis/15-minute-savvy-discovery-call-savvy-investor-podcast] Follow us for more helpful insights: 🖱️ Facebook- https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt [https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt] 🖱️ LinkedIn- https://bit.ly/44T88a9 [https://bit.ly/44T88a9] 🖱️ X - https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJ [https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJ] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Stop Watching the Market and Start Planning Your Retirement Income

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 [https://calendly.com/prostatis/15-minute-savvy-discovery-call-savvy-investor-podcast] Follow us for more helpful insights: 🖱️ Facebook- https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt [https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt] 🖱️ LinkedIn- https://bit.ly/44T88a9 [https://bit.ly/44T88a9] 🖱️ X - https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJ [https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJ] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

The Risk of Doing Nothing With Your Retirement Plan

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 [https://calendly.com/prostatis/15-minute-savvy-discovery-call-savvy-investor-podcast] Follow us for more helpful insights: 🖱️ Facebook- https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt [https://bit.ly/3PmJcSt] 🖱️ LinkedIn- https://bit.ly/44T88a9 [https://bit.ly/44T88a9] 🖱️ X - https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJ [https://bit.ly/3PHxqDJ] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.